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Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from $9

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 8/1 and drop-off date of 10/1. 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 2024

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 9 December 2024.

Most popular company

NOLEGGIARE

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$108

Cheapest price per day

$9

What are the car hire 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 3,138 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 December 2024.

Price

$26 - $111

Out of all the popular cities in Italy, Florence is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $26/day. Renting a car in Florence is 77% cheaper than renting one in Milan where the per day rate is around $111. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Italy to get a rental car in are: Rome ($44/day), Venice ($52/day), and Milan ($111/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Rome should expect to spend around $44/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Italy is Rome.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Italy?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Italy 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 9 December 2024.

January

$20

February

$18

March

$29

April

$41

May

$46

June

$56

July

$63

August

$54

September

$49

October

$39

November

$27

December

$36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Italy is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 9 December 2024.

There are 178 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,249 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from $9 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

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Italy

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Italy to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 December 2024.

Small cars

$25 - $86

All Car Types

$40 - $223

To hire a small car in Italy, you would pay an average price of $53/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Italy (~$25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$86/day). In fact, March is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a small car saves you 38% 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 Italy small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Italy, you would pay an average price of $83/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Italy (~$24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$129/day). In fact, March is about 72% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, 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 Italy medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Italy, you would pay an average price of $185/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Italy (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$848/day). In fact, February is about 73% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a large car is 54% 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 Italy, you would pay an average price of $71/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Italy (~$6/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$126/day). In fact, March is about 92% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a SUV saves you 18% 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 Italy SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Italy, you would pay an average price of $137/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Italy (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$250/day). In fact, December is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a van is 37% 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 Italy van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Italy, you would pay an average price of $153/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Italy (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$1,045/day). In fact, February is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a luxury car is 44% 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 convertible in Italy, you would pay an average price of $58/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Italy (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$176/day). In fact, June is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Italy. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Italy, hiring a convertible saves you 34% 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$9/day
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Toyota Yaris

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 9 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Italy region, including those located within the Rome, Florence and Milan area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Free2Move

698 locations

Sunnycars

672 locations

DRIVALIA

335 locations

Hertz

309 locations

keddy by Europcar

309 locations

Leasys Rent

294 locations

MAGGIORE

281 locations

Avis

240 locations

Best Italy car rental deals found

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 $28. Data was last updated on 9 December 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Italy, including locations near Rome, Florence and Milan. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris$9/day
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Toyota Yaris
Holden Trax$9/day
4
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A/C
Holden Trax
Kia Niro$9/day
4
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Kia Niro

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Italy, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Italy?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Target Italy (10.0 rating), Felirent (10.0 rating) and Centauro (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Italy.

  • 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 Rent Smart 24, and with prices around $47/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Rent Smart 24 is MINI, which starts as low as $35/day.

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

    At $23/day, the cheapest car rental price in Italy was found in Venice. On average, Venice has the cheapest daily rental car price ($68/day), which is 40% 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 9 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Italy. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($13+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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