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Cheap Car Hire in Costa del Sol from R132

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 Costa del Sol with a pick-up date of 16/2 and drop-off date of 18/2. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Costa del Sol?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Costa del Sol 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 17 January 2025.

January

R244

February

R319

March

R394

April

R394

May

R394

June

R376

July

R489

August

R507

September

R451

October

R489

November

R263

December

R545

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Costa del Sol is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 Costa del Sol

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Costa del Sol and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are currently 137 hire locations operating in Costa del Sol spread across 69 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Costa del Sol is small car at R132 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 267+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Costa del Sol

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Costa del Sol to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

R224 - R1 745

All Car Types

R224 - R1 731

To hire a small car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of R598/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Costa del Sol (~R224/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 745/day). In fact, November is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, renting a small car saves you 17% 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 Costa del Sol small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of R590/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Costa del Sol (~R274/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 962/day). In fact, August is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, renting a medium car 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 Costa del Sol medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of R313/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Costa del Sol (~R164/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R837/day). In fact, July is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, renting a SUV saves you 57% 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 Costa del Sol SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R132/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR138/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FiestaR166/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in Costa del Sol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Costa del Sol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Costa del Sol. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thrifty

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

8,1
Very Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,1

Solo Rent a Car

7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Dollar

8,0
Very Good
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Budget

7,6
Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,4

Hertz

7,5
Good
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Europcar

5,6
Fair
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

5,2

Avis

5,3
Fair
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,6

Comfort

5,6

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,3

Best Costa del Sol car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Costa del Sol. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Costa del Sol with an average daily rate of R366. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Hyundai i20R132/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR138/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford EcoSportR149/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Costa del Sol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Costa del Sol?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Costa del Sol from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (R132/day), CLICK RENT (R140/day), and Europcar (R443/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Costa del Sol?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Centauro (10,0 rating), Alamo (8,9 rating) and Wiber (8,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Costa del Sol.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Costa del Sol for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Costa del Sol for about R11 665 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Costa del Sol for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Costa del Sol it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 35%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Costa del Sol?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Costa del Sol for a month is certainly possible.

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