Whether you’re holidaying with the whole family in tow, or just zipping around town for meetings and conferences, Avis has the ideal option for your Toulouse Airport car hire. We have 7-seaters and people carriers for big groups, and economy vehicles to suit those on a budget. There are also high-end models available if you check out our Avis Prestige premium service.

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport is located northwest of the city of Toulouse. If you are heading into the centre, you’ll need the D901 and the journey will take around 15 minutes.

Known as La Ville Rose, thanks to the colour of the bricks used to construct many of its buildings, the city of Toulouse has much to recommend it – a lively cultural scene, fine food markets and restaurants and a superb location at the confluence of the Canal du Midi and the River Garonne.

The Place du Capitole is at the city’s heart, where locals congregate to sip coffee or an aperitif and watch the world pass by. To the south of the square take time to explore the city's Old Quarter, brimming with cafes, shops and eateries.

On the city’s outskirts you’ll find Cité de l’Espace, a fascinating exploration of the role of Toulouse in France’s aerospace industry. The museum brings this industry to life through fascinating, hands-on exhibits and full-scale replicas of iconic spacecraft.

In France, please drive on the right side of the road.

Unique Country Driving Laws

• In built-up areas give way to traffic coming from the right “priorité a droite”
• Bus lanes are reserved exclusively for buses, taxis and bicycles
• Traffic on a roundabout has right of way

Speed Limits

For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers

• Urban areas: 31 mph (50 km/h)
• Motorways: 80 mph (130 km/h)
• Rural areas: 50 mph (80 km/h) or 62 mph (100 km/h)

Please be aware of changing speeds indicated by road signs and change of speed due to Weather conditions (130 km/h is reduced to 110 km/h)

Child Safety / Seatbelt Laws

It is compulsory for all to wear a seatbelt inside the vehicle. Children under 10 must be seated in a child seat.

Please note - It is the child’s parent/guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.

Read more about common road rules in France. 

The airport is ideally placed for driving further afield. If you’re heading to the Pyrenees, you’ll need to head south on the A64.

The Pyrenees
If you’re heading to the Pyrenees, you’ll need to head south on the A64. The Parc National des Pyrénées is wonderful walking terain, with its high peaks, streams, forests and wildlife. The steep and windy mountain passes offer incredible vistas and there are plenty of opportunities for a pit stops in the charming mountain villages. The Pyrenees is also the location of one of the world’s most important pilgrimage sites – Lourdes, which receives around six million visitors a year.

Carcassonne and Languedoc-Roussillon
Head east to Languedoc-Roussillon, with its rocky coastline, rugged interior and spectacular canyons. It’s a province filled with Romanesque abbeys and churches, Cathar castles and vineyards. Enjoy the stunning views as you negotiate winding hilltop roads and coastal drives. It’s an area steeped in history, often rebellious and resistant to foreign invaders and religions, and fortresses and lookouts that dot the landscape are a glimpse into that past.

Don’t miss the magnificent walled city of Carcassonne. Perched high on a rocky outcrop, this medieval walled city offer winding, cobbled streets and ancient stone houses and views for miles of the countryside beyond.

Pézenas
The old town of Pézenas is a full of grand old town houses, narrow cobbled streets, antique shops and flea markets. Try to visit on a Saturday, when many of the streets are filled with market stalls selling local produce and bric-a-brac.

How do I collect my hire car at Toulouse Airport?

When you land at Toulouse Airport, head from the arrivals hall to our desk. One of our members of staff will process your booking, and then you may proceed to collect your vehicle at the Car Rental Centre.

Can I return a rental car to the airport?

If you've rented a car from a different Avis hub but wish to return it at Toulouse Airport, then you must arrange your return prior to the commencement of your rental agreement. If you return your car to Toulouse Airport without specifying in your rental contract, a fee will apply.

Do I need winter tyres to drive in France?

No, there is no legal requirement for passenger cars in France to be equipped with winter tyres or chains. However, most of our cars in our Toulouse rental hubs will have winter tyres available.