Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from $12
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 Italy with a pick-up date of 7/11 and drop-off date of 14/11. 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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Italy car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Italy. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
Most popular company | Target Italy |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $59 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
Popular car types in Italy
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Italy and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
There are 261 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,968 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from $12 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Italy:
Economy
$12+
Compact
$17+
Intermediate
$35+
Mini
$12+
Compact SUV
$20+
Compact estate car
$26+
Intermediate SUV
$32+
Intermediate estate car
$32+
Best car rental deals found in Italy
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Italy. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Italy with an average daily rate of $25. Data was last updated on 8 October 2026.
Toyota Prius c$12/day
Suzuki Swift$12/day
Nissan Leaf$17/day
Cheapflights insights for Italy car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Italy, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Italy?
Book your rental car in Italy 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $58/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 74% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?
In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is Last Minute Rent, offering prices from just $8.28/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at $8.53/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Italy?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Italy is November, when you can expect to pay $31/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Italy is July ($83/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$36
February
$37
March
$43
April
$67
May
$72
June
$80
July
$83
August
$77
September
$74
October
$53
November
$31
December
$50
What car do most people hire in Italy?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Italy are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?
Cargini has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 252.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Italy?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Italy, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 393 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
Out of all the popular cities in Italy, Milan is the cheapest city to rent a car ($10/day). Other popular cities in Italy to get a cheap rental car are: Rome ($15/day), Naples ($28/day), and Bari ($34/day).
Top rental agencies in Italy
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Italy known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Italy. Reviews were last updated on 8 October 2026.
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Avis
81 reviews•252 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
5.6
Recent reviews
2.0
|Dec 2025Refused rental by agent
6.0
|Sept 2025Not super helpful but it could have been worse.
4.0
|Oct 2023The car was not properly prepared. They were behind , it was given a quick clean then handed over too us to inspect. The mileage on my invoice didn’t match. It has the previous drivers mileage included in mine. I took some pictures of things I thought were important. Car had no windshield washer fluid , found out highway, car was down oil, and tire had a slow leak that I nursed through the duration of our trip. When we returned they tried to say I damaged the plastic hubcap . I explained it was like that upon giving it to me . They said why didn’t I take a picture of it , I asked why didn’t you spend the time to point out all previous damages. They charge me $270 for a plastic hubcap that they probably won’t change. I have dealt with other car companies in Rome with no issues. I will never choose Avis again anywhere in the world. Stay away from this place in Rome.
6.0
|Jul 2023Very polite staff in pick up and drop off. Clean car. But the price I had reserved was much lower than the price I ended up paying because of the extra insurance that was necessary. Plus, big lines waiting to rent the car in 45 oC in Palermo. Should have more staff.
10.0
|Jul 2023Great little car, newer VW compact suv was 80% cleaned but I know this location was very busy. Ppl were helpful ans nice.
2.0
|May 2023Kayak and Avis both failed to notify me that an international drivers license would be needed. The people behind the desk at Avis said this was in the fine print. This is completely unacceptable and a detail this completely essential should be in bold red print. This should be better communicated to consumers to avoid such drastic issues.
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Avis Locations in Italy
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Cargini
6 locations
Cargini Locations in Italy
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Infinity Rent a Car
1 location
Infinity Rent a Car Locations in Italy
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Rental4Leisure
40 locations
Rental4Leisure Locations in Italy
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Cilento Rent
3 locations
Cilento Rent Locations in Italy
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RBC Autonoleggio.
1 location
RBC Autonoleggio. Locations in Italy
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OptimoRent
71 locations
OptimoRent Locations in Italy
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Liigu
19 locations
Liigu Locations in Italy
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Italy, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?
When hiring a car in Italy, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Europcar, and with prices around $83/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $46/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Italy?
At $18/day, the cheapest car rental price in Italy was found in Milan. On average, Catania has the cheapest daily rental car price ($44/day), which is 44% below average price for cities in Italy.
What side of the road do you drive on in Italy?
In Italy, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.
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