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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from £5

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Europe car hires in 2024

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 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

£28

Cheapest price per day

£5

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 19 March 2024.

Price

£1 - £9

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Bucharest is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £1/day. Renting a car in Bucharest is 89% cheaper than renting one in Rome where the per day rate is around £9. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Lisbon (£3/day), Alicante (£4/day), and Antalya (£5/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Alicante should expect to spend around £4/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Europe is Alicante.

Compare available car types for hire 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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

£16 - £41

All Car Types

£25 - £71

To hire a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of £29/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Europe (~£16/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£41/day). In fact, January is about 45% 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, hiring a small car saves you 41% 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 £48/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Europe (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£68/day). In fact, January 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, hiring a medium car saves you 3% 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 £84/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Europe (~£52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£112/day). In fact, January is about 39% 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, hiring a large car is 43% 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Europe, you would pay an average price of £43/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Europe (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£63/day). In fact, January is about 50% 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, hiring a SUV saves you 11% 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 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 £93/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Europe (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£125/day). In fact, February is about 43% 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, hiring a van is 48% 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 £110/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Europe (~£61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£157/day). In fact, February is about 45% 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, hiring a luxury car is 56% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Europe, you would pay an average price of £114/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Europe (~£67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£164/day). In fact, December is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Europe, hiring a convertible is 58% 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.

Hyundai i10£6/day
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Chevrolet Spark£6/day
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Hyundai i30£7/day
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Best Europe car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Hyundai i10£6/day
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Hyundai i10
Chevrolet Spark£6/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Kia Picanto£6/day
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £27/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for £7/day from INTERRENT , booked on Jul. 28.

  • 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: GREEN MOTION (£10/day), SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (£10/day), and Budget (£33/day).

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

    GREEN MOTION is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Europe. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £145 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe 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 Europe.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Europe check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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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 £6 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Fiat Panda£5/day
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Fiat Panda
Chevrolet Spark£5/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Fiat Panda£5/day
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Fiat Panda

Car hires by fuel type in Europe

Browse car hires by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£5+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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