Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R109
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 Madrid with a pick-up date of 22/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Madrid?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madrid, Spain 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 21 February 2025.
January
R313
February
R313
March
R516
April
R424
May
R460
June
R460
July
R626
August
R663
September
R424
October
R516
November
R424
December
R682
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid 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 Madrid, Spain
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madrid, Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
There are currently 241 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 62 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at R109 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R109+
Compact
R149+
Intermediate
R729+
Full-size SUV
R1 048+
Mini
R101+
Passenger van
R1 740+
Premium SUV
R1 181+
Compact SUV
R135+
Compare available car types for rental in Madrid, Spain
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Madrid, Spain to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Small cars | R307 - R2 134 | |
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All Car Types | R331 - R2 134 |
To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R692/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~R307/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 134/day). In fact, October is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a small car saves you 20% 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 Madrid small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R639/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~R335/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 320/day). In fact, October is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a medium 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 Madrid medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R550/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~R356/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 308/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a SUV saves you 36% 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 Madrid SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R677/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Madrid, Spain (~R580/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 612/day). In fact, September is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a van saves you 21% 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 Madrid van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Madrid, Spain
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Madrid area such as Europcar, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Best Madrid, Spain car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of R486. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Madrid. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Madrid?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Madrid from the following companies over the past two weeks: Record Go (R101/day), CLICK RENT (R138/day), and Goldcar Rental SP (R165/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Madrid?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, CLICK RENT (8,8 rating), Europcar (8,8 rating) and Avis (8,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Madrid.
What are petrol prices like in Madrid?
The average price of petrol in Madrid is R30,05/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 352 and R1 953 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Dollar?
Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R9 456/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Madrid for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 50% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Madrid.
Can I rent a car for a month in Madrid?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Madrid for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Madrid are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in March to be on average R388 per day.
What car do most people hire in Madrid?
Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Madrid according to Cheapflights users.
Small car hires in Madrid, Spain
Find small car hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R414 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Van hires in Madrid, Spain
Find people carrier hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R1 758 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Madrid area. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain
Browse car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R7+).
Electric
R8+
Hybrid
R7+
Petrol/Diesel
R21+