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Cheap Car Rental San Jose airport

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Car rental Gatwick Airport

Will you be visiting London soon and arrive at Gatwick Airport? Don’t forget to hire a car. You have the possibility to hire a car right at the Airport. And if you are looking for the best possible price, Holiday Cars is the one. We work exclusively with trusted car rental companies at Gatwick Airport, who offer the lowest prices when it comes to car rental in London. Book your holiday car now at Holiday Cars!

About Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport is one of London's major airports, next to London City, London Heathrow, London Luton and London Stansted. The airport is also known as London Gatwick and began its life in 1930 as the Surrey Aero Club. This was a small flyers club, which was exclusively used by flying enthusiasts. In 1958 Gatwick Airport was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II and was the world’s first airport with a direct railway link. Nowadays Gatwick Airport is not only well connected by rail, but also by road. Since Gatwick Airport was officially opened it has grown from just 186,000 passengers to over 45 million passengers each year. Gatwick is located in one of the best connected areas in the UK. From the airport you can fly to 228 destinations in 74 countries.

Car hire facilities at Gatwick Airport

Holiday Cars works with a variety of car rental companies in London. All of them are leading agents. That means that you’re in good hands if you hire a car at one of the companies we work with. You will definitely find a car exactly to your taste and need. The following companies are available at Gatwick Airport for car hire:
  • Budget
  • Europcar
  • Alamo
  • Avis
  • Sixt
  • Dollar
  • Thrifty


    • Why hire a car from a car rental at Gatwick Airport

    From Gatwick Airport there are many ways to travel to central London or any other part of London. You can travel by rail, coach, bus or taxi. But one of the easiest ways is to hire a car and travel by car. When you hire a car you have the freedom of movement. That means that you don’t have to worry about high taxi prices or about the schedules of public transportation. Thanks to a rental car you can discover the city on your own time, no need for rushing to bus stops or train stations. A car from a car hire company at Gatwick Airport also allows you to visit places that are not accessible or difficult to be reached by public transportation.

    Climate London

    The climate in London is influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. Because of that the weather in London can be cool, humid and rainy. London knows 4 separate seasons, but still has light showers and cloudy skies most of the year. The best time to visit London depends on your preferences. But if you want to visit when the weather is mild, it is better for you to go between March and May. This time of the year you will witness the royal parks and gardens blossoming. If you want to save money and don’t mind the cold it is best to visit London between December and February.

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    Tips and experiences for San Jose airport

    Our customers rated San Jose airport with an average of 9.0 based on 70 ratings, and these are the most recent tips, experiences and highlights.

    03-11-2021
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    Not too big, so much better than most airports, but does present more confusion than appears to be necessary by having shuttles between terminals that are sometimes necessary just to collect the bags that presumably came on the same flight that you disembarked.
    07-10-2021
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    Plan ahead for the trip. Bring all the necessary things needed when travelling. Pay attention to all the traffic, road sign. Be a responsible driver. Don't drink and drive. Always be a careful driver (give way, be patient, follow DMV rules).
    11-09-2021
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    Check in online! Get to the airport early! Have ID and boarding pass in hand! Don't wear jewels or belts. Come with empty pockets
    05-08-2021
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    The airport is small and easy of getting around, for the car shuttle you just have to follow the signs, really easy process.
    24-06-2021
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    Plan ahead for travel. Make prior arrangements for rental car. Bring your patience, everyone is excited or emotional about travel. Be mindful of other travelers with your carry on.
    06-06-2021
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    To get to airport in time for your flight, make sure to not only allow enough time for rush our traffic to get their, but also allow enough time for rental car pickup/ delivery in case problems arise.
    26-05-2021
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    Book your vehicle as soon as you make the airline reservation. Choose from Mid-sized which have the largest selections. Most rentals are Local vehicles, imports are limited. Get in earlier in the morning to have the largest fleet to choose from. Add the insurance coverage for minimal headache. Don't believe you will need to pay extra for Satellite Radio since there is Bluetooth and USB in every vehicle and almost all have Smart Phones. Fill up the tank before returning for a no-hassle return.
    25-05-2021
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    Make sure that you clean out the vehicle before you actually return the car. I had the car for a week and I should have been more careful at checkout.
    15-05-2021
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    A somewhat circuitous walk to the rental car shuttle bus, but otherwise little difficulty with logistics.
    13-05-2021
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    San Jose is an easy airport to arrive at. The car rental counters are across the street from the baggage claim area. The rental cars are parked in the building across the baggage claim area. You take an elevator to the floor each of the car rental companies have the cars. When you return the car--follow the well marked signs at the airport to get you back to the correct rental car area. Easy drop off procedure.
    16-04-2021
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    I only attended a weddin so I didn’t go and do much in San Jose. It’s an expensive city... that’s for sure! Otherwise, there are a lot of great parks seems like and the weather is nice.
    04-03-2021
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    Small airport. Easy to navigate. Helpful info counter. Terminal B is a 10 minute walk from Terminal A. Don't try walking. Take the free shuttle bus. Car rentals are across the road from Terminal B. Returning your rental could be tricky. The Rental Return signage is not very prominent. It took me a second loop around the airport to find it and return my rental.
    18-02-2021
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    Make your reservation, way ahead of time. Get to the airport on time. Get a car big enough to take all your bags comfortably. Upgrade your car if cargo space is not enough Take good care of the car and park in a secure space overnight. Remember to remove all your bags from the rental car Hand the keys over to the attendant, to avoid locking them in
    17-02-2021
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    Please understand what kind of car and options you want BEFORE you get to the front of the line. My guess is that you just didn't wander off a street, to an airport rental car place looking for a vehicle. Had the "honor" of getting in line behind a couple that had NO clue what they were looking for. That poor worker on the other side of the counter----had to describe makes, models, sizes, options, costs, etc MULTIPLE times before the couple cleared the counter for my pre-arranged, decided reservation. My guess is that these people have driven a car before and are away that most models come with wheels, doors, and windows. I can understand the occasional "how much is an upgrade going to cost me" or "is there a special that I should know about", but the complete lack of preparation prior to getting to the front of the counter would be appreciated.
    24-12-2020
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    In case of problem, just go to all rental desks and ask for a quote Negotiate the prices A lot of Uber available around the airport Small airport but with all you need
    08-12-2020
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    I pre ordered my car through Holidaycars.com. I was able to pick and prepay for my Dollar car. This made picking up and returning the vehicle extremely easy. You know what you are paying. There are no other charges. Once you return you are quickly on your way!
    06-11-2020
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    Call ahead. Call. Everywhere. Ahead. Talk to a human. With your voice.
    20-10-2020
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    If flying out and need to return a rental car, give yourself an extra 15-30 minutes. You will need to wait for a shuttle to take you to the airport after returning your car. The airport is beautiful and easy to find what your looking for.
    12-08-2020
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    very convenience and security check lane and processing need improvements
    06-08-2020
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    I don't have a particular opinion about San Jose airport. It's close to my house and convenient.
    28-07-2020
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    If you arrive early for your flight, there is a lovely waiting area before you go through Security to the Gates. Lighting is soft, and there are comfortable couches to relax or nap on. There are also tables for your snacks, and snack and drink machines available. Free wi-fi lets you check your messages in a peaceful setting. If you want to make a phone call, there is no background noise. My husband and I wound down there for half-an-hour before going through security, and it refreshed us for our flight.
    24-07-2020
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    After returning the Rental Car there is a Long walk from terminal B to terminal A
    22-07-2020
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    I love that the car rental facility is in walking distance right across from the terminals. I didn't have to get on a car rental shuttle. There is a lot of walking as the terminal is quite large. Lots of retail and food options.
    13-07-2020
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    Unfortunately, since I was unable to rent the auto (through my own error...), I was not able to do or see any of what I had planned. I am looking forward to another opportunity to check out the area.
    12-07-2020
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    San Jose is a fantastic airport to fly into if you're going to the Bay Area or headed to Santa Cruz and the central coast (you can't miss Big Sur!). Drive straight from SJ on Hwy 17 to Santa Cruz. Hit up Cat and Cloud for coffee on the East Side, and Verve on Fair if you check out the West Side. Head south and hit Big Sur. Hop on Highway 1 heading back north and if you please, go north passed Santa Cruz all the way to San Francisco. On the way back to San Jose it's always worth checking out East Bay (Oakland/Berkeley) but try to time it to miss traffic (literally impossible).
    01-07-2020
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    I love the experience the cars were great everything turned out good and tell it was time to return the car to come to find out that you had to sign some box which was not explain to me at the time of rental signing of papers
    28-06-2020
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    San Jose airport is a great airport. It is small and easy to navigate around. It has good shops. Food outlets are sufficient for our travel needs. The staff are friendly. Going through security is fast and efficient. Overall a good travel experience.
    26-06-2020
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    Ask for directions at the counter. Sit back and enjoy your vacation.
    26-06-2020
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    1) Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge 2) Go to the beach in Santa Cruz 3) Visit the Tech museum in San Jose 4) Visit Carmel 5) See the Sea Otters at Point Lobos, just south of Carmel 6) Visit the Aquarium in Monterey 7) Visit Picchetti winery in Cupertino. Bring a picnic and buy a bottle of wind. The grounds will make you feel like you've dropped through a worm hole into France.
    25-06-2020
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    I'd suggest getting Global Entry. It's $100 for 5 years to get TSA Pre-Check and expedited customs entry. Security is much faster and makes traveling a lot more pleasant.
    25-06-2020
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    It's a nice alternative to SFO but don't be in a hurry, and never trust the 101.
    17-06-2020
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    small airport that doesn't have great food options.
    16-06-2020
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    Don’t rent from Fox! The line can easily stretch to more than 20 minutes, you’ll be endlessly badgered to sign up for services you don’t need, and then you’ll be screamed at by Serena upstairs because they’ve rented you a car that isn’t available.
    15-06-2020
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    I would definitely chose to fly into San Jose over San Francisco. It is a very intimate airport and staff is very friendly.
    11-06-2020
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    Very clean and modern. Strong and free wi-fi access. Many eateries available to wait for plane boarding. Close access to highways.
    02-06-2020
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    No issues at the airport, have been through SJC many times before and usually seamless, as this trip was until I hit the car rental counter. Avoid Fox at all costs.
    01-06-2020
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    Great airport. Easy access and on-site rental cars. Never crowded.
    26-05-2020
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    None.
    25-05-2020
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    Print out driving directions in advance. Make sure both car mirrors are adjusted.
    02-09-2019
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    No suggestions this airport is easy to navigate
    01-09-2019
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    It’s a smaller airport than I thought. 1 area for customs... long lines! And a bus trip with all your luggage to get to the car rental area. Dropping off your car is an easy process, no hassles. Just the bus trip back to the terminals building with all your luggage and no carts.
    30-08-2019
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    Bring a small bag of candy or cookies for the desk crew and the crew working your flight. This small gesture can mean so much to them. Or just a simple smile and thank you when ever you see people working for an airline. They really do want to make your trip a positive experience, even when things happen beyond their control.
    30-08-2019
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    The distance from rental office to airport check in is to far and my mother is disabled so it wad a pain in the booty
    25-03-2019
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    Have reserved at the web of the company directly. Take with you copy of insurance. Take a trash bag with you, collecting the trip trash, so when delivering is faster. Bring a sanitizer lotion with you, so you can avoid get sick by touching the driving wheel . Be courteous with next customer, avoiding smoke in the car.
    29-12-2018
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    Children Museum/Great America/iMax theater
    03-12-2018
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    Coastal highway and River Road wineries are the way to go.
    26-09-2018
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    The car rental staff will try to sell you insurance despite your efforts to inform them that you have already purchased insurance from a third party and hold insurance on your personal vehicle as well. It is important to be vigilant of this so that you do not accrue any unnecessary charges for your rental.
    04-09-2018
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    Traveled to Vail & definitely recommend Epic pass, Vail Marriott & Game Creek restaurant!!!
    03-09-2018
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    Go visit the Natural Bridges State Park & Lighthouse Beach State Park in Santa Cruz if you are vacationing in the area between November- February. All the Monarch butterflies west of the Rocky Mountains migrate here for the winter & they are spectacular! This is why we took this vacation & used a Budget car rental!
    03-09-2018
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    It was Denver where we rented the car, not San Jose. Anyway, it was our first visit to Denver and we found it to be a lovely city. I would suggest a tour of down-town with a visit to the Larimar Square area for a lunch or dinner. We enjoyed a visit to Union Station to see the beautiful work they did on the renovation of the old train station. We stayed in Boulder and used that as a base for skiing at Copper Mountain and touring old, small mining towns like Nederland and Lyons. All in all a great trip that was made better with a great rental from Holiday!
    06-08-2018
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    I traveled to Yosemite and then to Lake Tahoe. Lake Tahoe is the awesome place one should visit in the life time. The heavenly rope way is the most thrilling experience over there. And I also traveled to Golden Gate Bridge, Bay bridge, vista point, SFO downtown are the must places to visit. I suggest one to travel during nights to feel the beauty of bay bridge. For the drive lovers I suggest to have a ride on the step roads in the SFO downtown.
    30-04-2018
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    My trip was to visit relatives in LA. They are constantly redoing their roadway. So a lot of congestion and delays. The Worldmark 3 bedrooms condo was, as always, a great place to stay at. Next to Disneyland.
    28-04-2018
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    I recommend San Jose as a hub for seeing both northern and Southern California. It is very close to San Francisco and Monterrey which makes it convenient for seeing the big city and the fantastic coast around Monterrey.
    24-04-2018
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    Clean city, friendly people.
    20-04-2018
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    SF is close by.
    20-03-2018
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    I lived there for years; lots to do; excellent food; I was happy to be back.
    13-03-2018
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    the most underrated big city in the states.
    19-02-2018
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    Consider applying for TSA. Security lines can be long and sometimes slow getting through the screening.
    18-02-2018
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    enjoy the area
    17-02-2018
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    We drove the pch the beaches were beautiful, make reservation for whale watching early, I you go to San Francisco book Alcatraz tour a month or more in advance.
    01-02-2018
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    Visit Half moon bay.
    08-01-2018
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    Tourist atractions recomendations
    08-12-2017
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    Visit the Tech Museum in downtown San Jose, the computer museum in Mountain View, and the new 49er stadium in Santa Clara. Lots of county parks to hike in for those that enjoy the outdoors.
    29-11-2017
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    Traveled to Southern California, best tip is to have more room than persons traveling! We had 15 seats for 9 (5 children) had plenty room for luggage and extras.
    27-09-2017
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    Very nice Airport!
    04-09-2017
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    San Jose is very crowded. Drivers are very aggressive!
    26-04-2017
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    Has many interesting attractions - museums, venues, etc. Also, close to San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Sonoma & Napa Valley, Yosemite NP & more..
    01-03-2017
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    100 % visit monterey and SF.
    14-02-2017
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    Be prepared to carry luggage by yourself from baggage claim to car rental location.
    05-02-2017
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    You need lots of time to do and see everything!