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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from $12

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Europe car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$70

Cheapest price per day

$12

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Europe?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Price

$10 - $46

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Madrid is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $10/day. Renting a car in Madrid is 78% cheaper than renting one in Frankfurt am Main where the per day rate is around $46. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Athens ($14/day), Lisbon ($17/day), and Rome ($26/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in London should expect to spend around $39/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Europe is London.

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Europe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

$40 - $80

All Car Types

$57 - $132

To hire a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $58/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Europe (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$80/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a small car saves you 39% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $101/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Europe (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$135/day). In fact, January is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a medium car is 7% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $207/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Europe (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$700/day). In fact, February is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a large car is 55% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Europe, you would pay an average price of $125/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Europe (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$391/day). In fact, October is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a SUV is 24% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of $208/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Europe (~$120/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$313/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a van is 55% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $184/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Europe (~$86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$360/day). In fact, February is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a luxury car is 49% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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Best Europe car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $58/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for $22/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Mar. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Europe?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ($26/day), DRIVALIA ($29/day), and GREEN MOTION ($36/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA offers hire cars in Europe for about $488 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 50% on a hire car in Europe. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Europe?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Europe.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 93% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Europe can cost you on average $2,090 a month or $70 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Europe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($6+).

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Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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