What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Spain?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Spain, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,666 pickup locations in Spain to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2023.
Price | £3 - £9 |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Spain?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in 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 5 December 2023.
January
£10
February
£9
March
£8
April
£16
May
£13
June
£15
July
£20
August
£18
September
£14
October
£15
November
£8
December
£14
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Spain is March. 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 Spain
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 December 2023.
At £4/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Spain in the past week. Out of 136 car hire agencies operating in Spain, there are, in total, 3,866 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£21+
People carrier
£4+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£8+
Convertible
£4+
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£21+
People carrier
£4+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£8+
Convertible
£4+
Economy
£4+
Compact
£4+
Intermediate
£4+
Standard
£21+
People carrier
£4+
Mini
£4+
Passenger van
£8+
Convertible
£4+
Compare available car types for hire in Spain
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in 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 5 December 2023.
Small cars | £8 - £26 | |
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All Car Types | £27 - £60 |
To hire a small car in Spain, you would pay an average price of £17/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Spain (~£8/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£26/day). In fact, November is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a small car saves you 61% 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 Spain small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Spain, you would pay an average price of £35/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Spain (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£47/day). In fact, January is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a medium 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 Spain medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Spain, you would pay an average price of £62/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Spain (~£42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£86/day). In fact, January is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a large car 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.
To hire a SUV in Spain, you would pay an average price of £24/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Spain (~£14/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£35/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a SUV saves you 42% 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 Spain SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Spain, you would pay an average price of £56/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Spain (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£83/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a van is 24% 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 Spain van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Spain, you would pay an average price of £78/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Spain (~£42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£140/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a luxury car is 45% 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 convertible in Spain, you would pay an average price of £30/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Spain (~£10/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£48/day). In fact, January is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Spain. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Spain, hiring a convertible saves you 28% 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 Spain convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top hire agencies in Spain
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Spain. Reviews were last updated on 5 December 2023.
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Best Spain car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Spain with an average daily rate of £6. Data was last updated on 5 December 2023.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Spain, including options within a close proximity to Alicante, Palma de Mallorca and Málaga. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2023.
What are the requirements to hire a car in Spain?
Before you make your way to the car hire company you're hiring a car from in Spain, you'll need to make sure you meet the basic requirements and have all the documentation you need. You'll need to be over the age of 21 and have held a valid driving licence for at least a year. If you're not an EU driver, it's required by law that you have an international driving permit along with your original driving licence. This doesn't apply to drivers from the UK, though; you will be able to drive in Spain with your driving licence from your home country. Please bear in mind that if you're between the ages of 21 and 24, you'll typically incur an additional young driver surcharge on top of the standard hire fee. Remember to bring your passport, confirmation details and the credit card you used to book online. You cannot hire a car in Spain with a credit card if the card owner isn't present.
What are the rules for driving in Spain?
In order to ensure your safety and that of others, before picking up your cheap car hire in Spain, familiarise yourself with local driving laws. Stay up to date with the motor vehicle department of the local area to stay apprised of new changes to the law. In Spain, traffic flows on the right-hand side of the road and cars pass on the left-hand side. If you're approaching an intersection, vehicles to the right have priority. The general legal limit for drinking and driving is 0.05% and is heavily enforced; breaking this law could result in large fines, licence suspension or jail time in extreme cases. Wearing a seatbelt is compulsory for the driver and all passengers in the hired car in Spain, even in the back seat. If you don't have a hands-free device setup in your Spanish car hire, avoid using your mobile phone, as it is prohibited. If you're travelling with a child that's shorter than 135 cm or aged 12 or younger, it's prohibited for them to be in the front seat or in the rear seats without being restrained in a child car seat.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Spain?
Deciding on the best car hire in Spain depends mostly on your needs. Keep in mind that the roads can be narrow and traffic in the cities can be quite congested at times. If you're travelling with fewer passengers, consider hiring a lighter, smaller car for better fuel efficiency. Some of the major cities in Spain, like Madrid and Barcelona, have zero-emission and eco-friendly zones, so you may want to check out which electric cars are available for hire in Spain. If you're travelling with your family, avoid hiring an SUV and rather opt for a larger sedan or station wagon.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Spain?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, OWNERSCARS (10.0 rating), Quadis Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Turisprime (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Spain.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Spain?
With an average price of £20/day, Goldcar Rental SP is the most popular car hire provider in Spain, booking 195% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Spain?
At £8/day, the cheapest car hire price in Spain was found in Benidorm. On average, Santiago de Compostela has the cheapest daily rental car price (£16/day), which is 42% below average price for cities in Spain.
What side of the road do you drive on in Spain?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Spain.