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Cheap Car Rentals in Europe from $13

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Europe with a pick-up date of 24/8 and drop-off date of 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 26 July 2024.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$67

Cheapest price per day

$13

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 26 July 2024.

Price

$22 - $40

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Rome is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $22/day. Renting a car in Rome is 45% cheaper than renting one in Paris where the per day rate is around $40. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Athens ($23/day), Milan ($26/day), and Vienna ($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 $34/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 26 July 2024.

Small cars

$22 - $83

All Car Types

$30 - $369

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 (~$22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$83/day). In fact, November is about 63% 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 48% 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 $91/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Europe (~$24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$208/day). In fact, March is about 74% 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 saves you 17% 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 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 $501/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Europe (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$3,973/day). In fact, October is about 90% 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 79% 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 $74/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Europe (~$6/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$131/day). In fact, March is about 92% 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 saves you 32% 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 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 $186/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Europe (~$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$488/day). In fact, January is about 41% 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 42% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Europe, you would pay an average price of $57/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Europe (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$174/day). In fact, October is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a convertible saves you 49% 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.

Toyota Yaris$13/day
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Mercedes-Benz EQA$15/day
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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 26 July 2024.
Toyota Yaris$13/day
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Mercedes-Benz EQA$15/day
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Hyundai i20$17/day
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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 26 July 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $59/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for $34/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 21.

  • 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: GREEN MOTION ($28/day), SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ($32/day), and Alamo ($72/day).

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

    GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Europe for about $330 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 46% 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 47% 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 $1,413 a month or $47 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 26 July 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 ($17+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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