Cagliari is the capital of the Italian island of Sardinia, the second largest island in the Mediterranean. Cagliari is a charming city which has many tourist sights within the walls of its mediaeval city. Close to Cagliari are golden beaches and historical places including the Roman bath ruins at Nora. The best way of exploring the area is cheap car hire at Cagliari Airport.

Cagliari is in the south of Sardinia. Access to Cagliari is provided by Cagliari-Elmas Airport the largest of the island’s three airports. The airport has services mainly provided by budget carriers. Alitalia flies domestic routes and British Airways has flights to Gatwick. The airport has a single three level passenger terminal.

The terminal’s Arrivals, baggage claim and car rental desks are on the lower level. Check-in and Departures are on the first floor. The terminal has a full range of facilities that includes a bank, ATMs, a first aid station, a post office, a business centre and Wi-Fi Internet access. There are also shops and cafés.

Budget car rental suppliers at Cagliari Airport are both local and international companies. Cheap car hire at Cagliari Airport can be booked online. The airport is five kilometres from Cagliari Town. Cagliari Airport has two car parks, that feature disabled spaces, near the passenger terminal.

Other means of transportation from Cagliari Airport are shuttle bus, taxi or private transfer. The taxi stand is outside Arrivals. The shuttle bus departs for Cagliari Bus Station every 30 minutes during the day. Tickets have to be purchased before boarding. Private transfers can be reserved with a travel agent or online.