Badajoz Airport (BJZ)
Driving Directions and Car Hire / Rental
(Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain)
The airport is located just 14 km / 9 miles from the city of Badajoz and 45 km / 28 miles from Merida, the capital of the Extremadura region. Badajoz Airport (BJZ), known locally as the 'Aeropuerto de Badajoz', is easily accessible by car and can be reached from several main directions. Drivers should take the N-V Motorway from the city then follow the signed access road, which leads directly to the airport.
Those looking to rent a car in the city itself will find both the Junda de Extremadura Tourist Office at the Plaza de la Libertad, and the Municipal Tourist Office along the Pasaje de San Juan, happy to assist with enquiries.
Car Rental, Driving and Rules of the Road in Badajoz
Badajoz Airport is close to a number of local regions, such as Novelda del Guadiana and Balboa to the north, Villafranco del Guadiana to the west, and also Aldea Conde and Talavera la Real, both of which are located on the eastern side of the airport. Beneath the airport and to the south, the Carretera / Autovia de Extremadura is the area's main thoroughfare, while the Rio Guadiana river flows to the north.
Those flying into Badajoz Airport looking to play a game of golf will be pleased to find the Golf de Guadiana course within minutes of the grounds, located to the west. Other popular recreational areas nearby include the Parque Natural Antonio Cuéllar to the south-west, in the Tres Arroyos area.
Speed limits in Badajoz, Spain
Urban areas: 50 kph / 30 mph
Open roads: 100 kph / 63 mph
Motorways / highways: 130 kph / 80 mph
Badajoz Airport (BJZ) Airport Car Rental / Car Hire
Two major car hire firms have offices in the airport. Whilst on-the-spot rentals are available, it is always advisable to call ahead and reserve your vehicle.
The following companies have offices in Badajoz Airport:
Avis
Europcar
Badajoz Airport (BJZ) Car Rental
Badajoz Airport (BJZ): Virtual Google Maps
