Venice Airport Car Rental

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), located about 13 km from Venice’s city center, is a convenient starting point for travelers looking to explore the Veneto region and beyond by car. Renting a car here is especially useful if you’re planning to visit destinations that aren’t well connected by train or bus.

Location

The rental car desks are located on the third floor of the multi-storey car park P1, which is just a short walk from the arrivals terminal. Once paperwork is completed, the vehicles are picked up and returned in the same structure.

Approximate Prices

Prices vary by season, car type, and booking time, but here’s a general idea:

Economy (e.g., Fiat Panda, Toyota Aygo): €25–€50/day
Compact (e.g., VW Golf, Ford Focus): €35–€70/day
SUVs (e.g., Jeep Renegade): €60–€100/day
Luxury or Premium: €90–€150/day
Automatic Transmission: Usually €10–€15/day extra

Booking in advance online often results in better prices.

Popular Car Types

Small cars (Fiat Panda, Renault Clio): Ideal for navigating narrow roads in small towns.
Compact cars: Good balance of size and comfort.
SUVs: Preferred for countryside trips and mountain areas.
Automatic vehicles: Becoming more available but still less common than manual cars in Italy.

Popular Driving Destinations from Venice

Verona – ~1.5 hours: Famous for its Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
Dolomites – ~2–3 hours: Scenic alpine drives and ski resorts.
Lake Garda – ~2 hours: Beautiful lakeside towns like Sirmione and Riva del Garda.
Florence – ~3 hours: Ideal for longer road trips through Tuscany.
Trieste or Slovenian border – ~2 hours: Great for cross-border adventures.

Car Insurance in Italy

Insurance is a key part of car rentals in Italy:

Third Party Liability Insurance (TPL) – Mandatory and included in the rental.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) – Covers damage to the rental car but with an excess (deductible).
Theft Protection (TP) – Covers vehicle theft, also with an excess.
Super CDW / Zero Excess – Optional insurance to reduce the deductible to zero; highly recommended for peace of mind.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) – Covers medical expenses in case of an accident.

Credit cards may provide some coverage, but check with your provider before declining extra insurance.