Car Hire - Fuerteventura El Matorral Airport (FUE)

Fuerteventura Airport, also known as El Matorral, sits just five kilometres southwest of the island's capital, Puerto del Rosario. With a hire car from Enterprise, you can leave the airport and start exploring this remarkable volcanic island straight away.

Puerto del Rosario is Fuerteventura's administrative capital and a working port city. It has a relaxed, local feel compared to the resort towns further north and south, with a seafront promenade, small museums and a scattering of cafes and restaurants. The city reflects everyday Canarian life rather than tourism, making it a worthwhile stop for those who want a more authentic sense of the island. From here, the road north leads to the dunes and beaches of Corralejo, while heading south takes you towards the wild coastline of the Jandia peninsula.

Car hire in Fuerteventura gives you the freedom to move around an island that is long, varied and not always easy to navigate by public transport. Bus routes exist but are limited in frequency, and many of the island's best beaches and landscapes are well off the main roads. A hire car means you can reach quieter spots without depending on timetables or transfers. Families travelling together often find a 7-seater people carrier or SUV the most practical choice for carrying luggage and moving comfortably between resorts. The roads are generally well-maintained and straightforward to drive, with clear routes connecting the main towns. Whether you are based in Corralejo in the north or Morro Jable in the south, having your own vehicle rental means you can cross the island in under an hour and make the most of your time there.

Nearby attractions

Fuerteventura has a strong mix of natural landscapes, history and coastline, all reachable within a short drive.

Corralejo Natural Park sits at the island's northern tip and is one of Fuerteventura's most striking sights. A vast expanse of golden dunes stretches along the coast, meeting turquoise water and pale sand beaches. The park is protected, so it remains largely undeveloped. Walking through the dunes offers views across to Lanzarote on a clear day.

The village of Betancuria sits in the mountains of the island's interior and was once the island's capital. It is one of the oldest settlements in the Canary Islands and has a quiet, well-preserved character with a historic church, small squares and a rural park surrounding it. The drive there takes you through some of the island's most dramatic scenery, with steep ridges and open valleys.

The Jandia Natural Park occupies the entire southwestern peninsula and contains some of the finest beaches in the Canary Islands, including the long, wild stretch of Playa de Sotavento. The park has a rugged, semi-desert landscape of volcanic origin, and the coastline alternates between broad sandy beaches and rocky cliffs.

Fuerteventura is a Biosphere Reserve with almost year-round sunshine, strong Atlantic winds that attract surfers and kite-boarders, and a pace of life that invites you to slow down and explore properly.