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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from R99

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 Europe with a pick-up date of 13/3 and drop-off date of 16/3. 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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Europe car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 January 2025.

Most popular company

U-Save

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R599

Cheapest price per day

R99

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Europe?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 January 2025.

Price

R231 - R860

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, London is the cheapest city to hire a car in at just R231/day. Hiring a car in London is 73% cheaper than hiring one in Istanbul where the per day rate is around R860. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a car hire in are: Lisbon (R341/day), Edinburgh (R347/day), and Amsterdam (R348/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travellers looking to hire a car in London should expect to spend around R231/day on their transportation. The most popular city to hire a car in Europe is London.

Popular car types in Europe

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Europe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 January 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

R1 166+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Europe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 January 2025.

Small cars

R378 - R1 082

All Car Types

R757 - R1 441

To hire a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R742/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Europe (~R378/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 082/day). In fact, January is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R969/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Europe (~R608/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 283/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R2 056/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Europe (~R1 213/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 988/day). In fact, April is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a large car is 50% 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 Europe, you would pay an average price of R1 082/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Europe (~R716/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 493/day). In fact, October is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a SUV is 4% 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 Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of R2 650/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Europe (~R1 460/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R5 430/day). In fact, May is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a van is 61% 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 Europe van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Europe, you would pay an average price of R2 098/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Europe (~R1 042/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 322/day). In fact, February is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, renting a luxury car is 51% 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.

Volkswagen Polo VivoR111/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Best Europe car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 24 January 2025.
Toyota RAV4R99/day
5
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A/C
Toyota RAV4
Suzuki CiazR101/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR101/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R510/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for R245/day from U-Save, booked on Jan. 20.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Europe?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (R210/day), U-Save (R233/day), and Allegiance (R309/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Europe for about R8 788 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 40% in Europe - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Europe?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Europe for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Europe for a month is R37 661. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car hires in Europe

Find small car hire deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Europe cost an average of R291 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.
Renault KwidR291/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Van hires in Europe

Find people carrier hire deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Europe cost an average of R275 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.
Suzuki ErtigaR275/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Europe

Browse car hires by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 24 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R6+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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