Car rental at the Flughafen Québec

Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, abbreviated YQB, is approximately 16 km west of the city centre. As the second busiest passenger airport in Québec Province, YQB serves over a million travellers each year.

• ICAO code: CYQB
• IATA code: YQB
• Passengers: Over a million annually

Car Rental at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport

Upon arrival, you'll find several major car hire companies conveniently located at the airport. We recommend pre-booking your rental car for the best available rates and selection of vehicles.

Driving in Québec

The driving experience in Québec differs from the UK in several ways. The most notable difference is that Canadians drive on the right-hand side of the road, and the driver's position is on the left inside the car.

Note that Québec has strict drink-driving laws: the legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08%, slightly higher than the UK limit of 0.05%. Remember that it's always safer not to drink and drive.

Fuel Stations Near Québec Airport

You'll find several petrol stations within a 5-10 minute drive of the airport, perfect for those last minute fill-ups before returning your rental car.

Accessibility and Connections

From the airport, it's a straight forward drive along Autoroute 40 to reach the city centre. Québec City is well connected with other significant locations like Montreal, which is about a 3 hours' drive away.

Currency Information

The currency in use is the Canadian Dollar (CAD). It is recommended to have some cash for tolls, parking and in places where cards are not accepted. The most common credit cards accepted are Visa and Mastercard.

Climate and weather

Québec experiences a humid continental climate, with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Ensure your rental vehicle is equipped with appropriate tyres for snowy conditions if you're visiting in winter.

Discover Québec City and Beyond

Québec City is renowned for its rich history, striking architecture, and tantalising cuisine. Make sure to visit Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage site. If you fancy a road trip, the beautiful Charlevoix region is just a couple hours drive from the city.

With a rental car at your disposal, the possibilities are endless. So buckle up and let the adventure begin!