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Cheap Car Rentals in Málaga from $16
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 Málaga with a pick-up date of 26/8 and drop-off date of 29/8. 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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Popular car types in Málaga
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Málaga and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 August 2025.
In Málaga, there are 135 active hire locations from 70 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Málaga in the past week - currently priced from $16/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
$17+
Compact
$21+
Intermediate
$42+
Mini
$16+
Premium SUV
$72+
Compact SUV
$23+
Intermediate SUV
$26+
Compact estate car
$30+
Compare car rental deals in Málaga by type
Here are the best Málaga small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Málaga medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Málaga SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Fiat 500$16/day
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Toyota Yaris$17/day
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Best car rental deals found in Málaga
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Málaga. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Málaga with an average daily rate of $29. Data was last updated on 12 August 2025.
Fiat 500$16/day
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Toyota Yaris$17/day
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Kia Rio$17/day
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Cheapflights insights for Málaga car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Málaga, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Málaga?
For the best savings on car rentals in Málaga, make your reservation 43 days before pickup. The average price then is just $30/day – about 41% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Málaga?
In Málaga, the most affordable car hire company right now is Ok Mobility, offering prices from just $30.90/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Solo Rent a Car, with rates starting at $36.15/day.
What is the best car rental company in Málaga?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Málaga is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 8.5/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Málaga?
Planning to hire a car in Málaga? March is the cheapest month, costing about $20 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $49. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$22
February
$30
March
$20
April
$45
May
$32
June
$34
July
$45
August
$45
September
$39
October
$45
November
$24
December
$49
What car do most people hire in Málaga?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Málaga are the following: Compact cars (Seat Arona or similar), SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), and Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Crossover or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Málaga?
Sunnycars has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Málaga at 6.
Top rental agencies in Málaga
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Málaga known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Málaga. Reviews were last updated on 12 August 2025.
Thrifty
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Sixt
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.4
Alamo
7 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
9.0
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.8
Hertz
7 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
6.5
Dollar
1 review•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
7.9
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.9
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Overall
6.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
6.8
Europcar
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Overall
5.3
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
4.6
Ok Mobility
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Overall
3.3
Pick-up/drop-off
3.3
Value
3.3
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Málaga, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Málaga for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Málaga, offering car hire for around $418 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Málaga?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Málaga.
How much is a car hire in Málaga for a weekend?
It costs $85 for a weekend car hire in Málaga, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Málaga in September, prices are $0 per day on average.
Car rentals by fuel type in Málaga
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Málaga. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Málaga. Deals were last updated on 12 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Málaga. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($16+).
Electric
$16+
Hybrid
$21+
Petrol/Diesel
$19+