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Car hire at Verona Airport - Exploring Northern Italy

Verona Airport (also known as Villafranca or sometimes Catullo Airport) is one of the main travel hubs for the central regions of northern Italy. Located just 12 km (about 15 minutes) south-west of the city, it is the preferred gateway for the growing number of travellers visiting the provinces of Bolzano, Brescia, Mantua, Rovigo, Vicenza, Trento and Verona.

Close to four million passengers fly in and out of Verona Airport every year, making it one of the busiest airports in Italy. It started life as a military airport during World War 1 and grew into a popular commercial air transportation facility following World War 2. Subsequent enlargements and development programmes have seen it emerge into a modern hub for people looking to visit explore the northern regions of Italy by car.

Although Verona is full of ancient history, it's well in tune with modern times. The city is a magical place where art and culture come together to provide visitors with the most memorable moments, such as watching a concert in its 2,000-year-old Roman arena or standing below the world's most famous balcony from Shakespeare's popular play, Romeu and Juliet. It's also the gateway to a vast region of unparalleled tourist destinations, including Venice, Lake Garda and Padua, all quickly and easily accessible to anyone with a car hire in Verona.

Visiting northern Italy with Auto Europe couldn't be easier. You can rent a car in Verona on our booking engine in a few simple steps, and always at the cheapest rates. If you any need help at all selecting the right vehicle for your trip, just give our rental specialists a quick call on +441233225114 and they will put you on the right road. For extra peace of mind, check out the ratings and comments posted by previous Auto Europe customers in the city on our Verona car hire reviews page.

Airport Information

Blessed with multiple connections, including a very fast overground train service, Verona Airport is located a few miles south-west of the city. Close to 4 million passengers a year use Verona Villafranca Airport, which is served by a host of domestic, international, regular and low-cost airlines offering direct and connecting flights to destinations all over Europe. Some of the best-known carriers include Aer Lingus, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, easyJet, Vueling and Wizz Air. In 2006, a new arrivals terminal opens its doors for the first time, effectively doubling the airport's capacity. The original Catullo building was also enlarged and refurbished to allow for greater departure numbers of passengers to be handled.

Verona Airport (VRN)
Address: Caselle di Sommacampagna, Via Calzoni 76, Verona, Italy 37066
Telephone: +39 045 809 5666
Airlines operating at Verona Airport: The list of the most important airlines operating at Verona Airport includes Aer Lingus, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair, TUI Airways, Vueling and Wizz Air, among others.

Where to pick up my car hire at Verona Airport

Many major international car rental companies operate at Verona Airport, including Avis, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt, as well as many of the most prestigious local car hire suppliers, most notably Maggiore and Sicily by Car. You'll find their offices a short distance away from the Arrivals exit in Car Park 3. Make sure you have all the necessary documents with you prior to arriving to pick up your vehicle, such as your passport, valid driving licence, car hire voucher and coverage details.

Car hire desks' operating hours

	Avis at Verona Airport Car Rental Centre, Verona, Italy 37060 +39 045 987571	Opening Hours: Daily 8.30am-10.30pm
	Budget at Verona Airport Car Rental Centre, Verona, Italy37060 +39 045 987571	Opening Hours: Daily 8.30am-10.30pm
	Enterprise at Verona Airport Car Rental Centre Verona, Italy 37060 +39 045 860 0846	Opening Hours: Daily 8am-11pm
	Hertz at Verona Airport Car Rental Centre Verona, Italy 37131 +39 045 8619042	Opening Hours: Daily 8.30am-11pm
	Sixt at Verona Airport Car Rental Centre Verona, Italy 37060 +39 02 9475 7979	Opening Hours: Daily 8am-11pm

Terminals

The terminal complex is in two parts - one for Arrivals and the other for Departures. It was recently expanded in order to cope with the growing number of passengers visiting northern Italy and today it caters for around four million movements each year. The departures hall hosts check-in facilities at the eastern side, with a lounge located on the first-floor's eastern wing. The main bus stand is located directly outside the Arrivals Hall.

Airport Facilities

Verona Airport is a major international air transportation facility and, as such, offers a wide range of modern passenger services and amenities. It is fully accessible to travellers of limited mobility and the main areas are fitted with disabled toilets, dedicated parking spaces and specially-adapted lifts. There are a number of ATMs, banks and bureaux de change facilities located in the main terminal building, along with baby-changing areas, a chapel, children's play zone and a permanently-manned first-aid post. Free Wi-fi is also available throughout the airport. Catering facilities include a dozen or so cafés/bars and numerous shops and foodhalls selling local wines, cheeses and cured meats. On-site restaurants are plentiful and passengers can enjoy international and Mediterranean-style cuisine whilst waiting for their flights, as well as pizzas and sushi. Verona Airport also has a large Duty-free store, VAT refund desk and a tourist office.

How to get to and from Verona Airport

Verona Airport is clearly sign-posted from the city centre. Just take road SS12 heading west, which merges with the south-bound SR62. Stay on that until you see the signs for the airport. If you're arriving to pick up your car rental at Verona Airport, regular Aerobus services operate between the airport and Verona's main railway station located in the city centre, with a typical journey taking around 15-20 minutes. From there, trains also serve most parts of the city and a number of key destinations further afield, such as Venice and Milan. There's also a taxi rank located just outside Arrivals where registered companies such as Unione Raio Taxi, Autoblu and Radiotaxi Catullo are available 24 hours a day to transport travellers to and from the city centre in about 15 minutes outside the morning and evening rush-hours.

Parking Tips

There are plenty of places where you'll be able to park your car hire in Verona. Wherever you see the blue road markings you'll find pay-and-display parking spaces (you can buy tickets at the meter or at the nearest tobacconist). One of the best car parks for visiting the main tourist sights is located at Piazza Cittadella, along with the one situated at Via M.Bentegodi 8/Piazza Bra (which is also located near many of the city's top attractions). The airport has several car parks (both multi-storey and open-air) offering both short- and long-term parking.

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