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Cheap Car Rentals in Istanbul from $48

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Istanbul with a pick-up date of 31/5 and drop-off date of 25/6. 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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Istanbul car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.98

Average price per day

$39

Cheapest price per day

$48

Cheapest time to rent a car in Istanbul

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Istanbul and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

January

$37

February

$35

March

$42

April

$45

May

$43

June

$64

July

$65

August

$64

September

$43

October

$40

November

$37

December

$37

Popular car types in Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

There are, in total, 621 car hire locations in Istanbul that are operated by 112 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $48/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Istanbul hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Istanbul

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Istanbul to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Small cars

$24 - $73

All Car Types

$30 - $98

To hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of $45/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey (~$24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$73/day). In fact, December is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, hiring a small car saves you 29% 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 Istanbul small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of $60/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$105/day). In fact, February is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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 Istanbul medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of $91/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$320/day). In fact, October is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, hiring a large car is 32% 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 SUV in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of $51/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$113/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 Istanbul SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of $100/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$320/day). In fact, November is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, hiring a van is 38% 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.

Hyundai i20$48/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Kia Rio$58/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Suzuki Baleno$65/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 15 May 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis.

Garenta

41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

7.7
Good
4 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.0
Good
28 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.1
Okay
2 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Budget

6.1
Okay
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Avec Car Rental

5.6
Fair
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.6

Nokta Rent A Car

2.0
Poor
1 review43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best car rental deals found in Istanbul

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of $96. Data was last updated on 15 May 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Istanbul. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Hyundai i20$48/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Kia Rio$58/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Kia Soul$61/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Soul

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $39/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for $35/day from Windycar, booked on May 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Istanbul for a week from Windycar?

    Hiring a car in Istanbul for a week can be a great option for travel. Windycar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $227/week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Istanbul it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Istanbul for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Istanbul are typically $62 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to $62. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in June to be on average $38 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 15 May 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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