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Cheap Car Hire in Istanbul from R286

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 Istanbul with a pick-up date of 19/4 and drop-off date of 27/4. 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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Istanbul car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Most popular company

MYNRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

R22,74

Average price per day

R340

Cheapest price per day

R286

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Istanbul 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 25 March 2025.

January

R400

February

R382

March

R382

April

R472

May

R436

June

R673

July

R709

August

R691

September

R472

October

R418

November

R400

December

R400

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Istanbul 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 Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

There are 111 hire agencies servicing Istanbul. These agencies, altogether, have 615 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Istanbul with prices from R286 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Istanbul:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Istanbul

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Istanbul to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

R359 - R803

All Car Types

R366 - R1 196

To hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R547/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R359/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R803/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a small car saves you 26% 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 Istanbul small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R728/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R331/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 159/day). In fact, November is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a medium car saves you 1% 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 Istanbul medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R1 218/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R860/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R2 524/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a large car is 41% 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 Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R724/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey (~R392/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 287/day). In fact, March is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a SUV saves you 1% 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 Istanbul SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R1 047/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey (~R338/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R2 682/day). In fact, February is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a van is 31% 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.

Toyota Corolla QuestR286/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR314/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R314/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 25 March 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis.

Garenta

41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

8,0
Very Good
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Avis

7,7
Good
4 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

Sixt

7,0
Good
28 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,1
Okay
2 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,7

Budget

6,1
Okay
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,2

Avec Car Rental

5,6
Fair
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,6

Nokta Rent A Car

2,0
Poor
1 review43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Best Istanbul car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of R468. Data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Istanbul area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Corolla QuestR286/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR314/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R314/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R340/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for R340/day from Myn Rent A Car, booked on Mar. 23.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Istanbul from the following companies over the past two weeks: EXPY Car Rentals (R314/day), GREEN MOTION (R438/day), and Nokta Rent A Car (R481/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Istanbul?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Autounion Car Rental (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) and Garenta (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Istanbul.

  • What are petrol prices like in Istanbul?

    The average price of petrol in Istanbul is R22,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 023 and R1 478 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Istanbul for a week from Myn Rent A Car?

    Myn Rent A Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Istanbul, offering car hire for around R2 380 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 32%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Istanbul.

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

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

  • How much is a car hire in Istanbul for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Istanbul is R0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Istanbul. For the month of April, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Istanbul for as low as R336/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Istanbul?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Renault Clio) in Istanbul, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Istanbul

Find small car hire deals in Istanbul from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Istanbul cost an average of R428 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Chevrolet SparkR405/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR405/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet SparkR473/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Istanbul

Find people carrier hire deals in Istanbul from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Istanbul cost an average of R1 066 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Istanbul area. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota AvanzaR370/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR373/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR383/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car hires by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R16+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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