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Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from $21

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 12/7 and drop-off date of 19/7. 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 2025

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 13 juni 2025.

Most popular company

Italy Car Rent

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$66

Cheapest price per day

$21

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 13 juni 2025.

There are 185 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,531 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from $21 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Italy:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare car rental deals in Italy by type

Here are the best Italy small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Italy medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Italy SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Italy van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Baleno$21/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

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 $60. Data was last updated on 13 juni 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Italy, including locations near Rome, Milan and Florence. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Suzuki Baleno$21/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Fiat 500$23/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Audi A1$23/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1

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 car hire in Italy 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $38/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 52% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , offering prices from just $8.35/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Rent Smart 24, with rates starting at $43.88/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 $20/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Italy is July ($62/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

$24

February

$21

March

$24

April

$52

May

$49

June

$57

July

$62

August

$61

September

$54

October

$36

November

$21

December

$35

What car do most people hire in Italy?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Italy are the following: Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), and Intermediate cars (Audi A3 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 725 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 703.

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 1,917 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 juni 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Italy, Olbia is the cheapest city to rent a car ($24/day). Other popular cities in Italy to get a cheap rental car are: Rome ($31/day), Milan ($40/day), and Bari ($46/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 13 juni 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Italy region, including those located within the Rome, Milan and Florence area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Thrifty

7.5
Good
105 reviews178 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.2
Good
145 reviews180 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Budget

7.0
Good
106 reviews156 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.4
Okay
175 reviews317 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.1

Avis

6.0
Okay
58 reviews239 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Europcar

5.8
Fair
78 reviews215 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.6

Leasys Rent

6.8
Okay
6 reviews294 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

DRIVALIA

5.3
Fair
17 reviews338 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Italy, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 juni 2025.
  • 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , and with prices around $37/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $10/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Italy?

    At $29/day, the cheapest car rental price in Italy was found in Rome. On average, Rome has the cheapest daily rental car price ($41/day), which is 46% 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.

Car rentals by fuel type in Italy

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Italy. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 13 juni 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Italy. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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