East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Car rental at East Midlands Airport, compare prices & where to collect

Most rental companies at East Midlands Airport are in the terminal or a few minutes away by shuttle. Booking ahead is almost always cheaper than the counter and locks in a car, especially in season.

East Midlands Airport is about 95 km southeast of East Midlands from East Midlands.

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Car rental from East Midlands Airport, every provider

A car for East Midlands with insurance, compare the rental companies.

Not just the centre

From East Midlands Airport to other towns

  • Birmingham · 55 km, ~77 min · £87-£138
  • Oxford · 120 km, ~126 min · £186-£296
  • Cambridge · 120 km, ~126 min · £186-£296
  • York · 126 km, ~133 min · £195-£310
  • Liverpool · 128 km, ~134 min · £198-£315

Estimates based on distance and the local tariff. Booking ahead is usually cheaper.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

Where do you collect the car at East Midlands Airport?
Desks are in the arrivals hall or a dedicated car park with a shuttle. After booking online you go to the company's desk with the voucher and your passport.
How much is a rental car at East Midlands Airport?
Price varies by season and car group. Compare every company below, the gap on the same car runs to tens of percent, and full insurance is usually the biggest difference.
Is there a one-way fee if you drop off elsewhere?
Yes, almost always, from €30 up, depending on distance. If your route is a loop, returning to the same airport avoids it.
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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Distances & fares: distance calc + local tariff · Terminal detail: the airport site