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Cheap Car Rentals in Europe from $5

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Europe with a pick-up date of 12/7 and drop-off date of 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Europe car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on November 19, 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$34

Cheapest price per day

$5

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

Discover the price range for renting 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 November 19, 2024.

Price

$5 - $15

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Bucharest is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $5/day. Renting a car in Bucharest is 67% cheaper than renting one in London where the per day rate is around $15. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Milan ($6/day), Antalya ($6/day), and Athens ($7/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Milan should expect to spend around $6/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Europe is Milan.

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 November 19, 2024.

Small cars

$22 - $40

All Car Types

$38 - $70

To rent a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $28/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Europe (~$22/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$40/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a small car 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 Europe small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $43/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Europe (~$33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$63/day). In fact, March is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $97/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Europe (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$131/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a large car is 49% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Europe, you would pay an average price of $50/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Europe (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$65/day). In fact, May is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a SUV is 0% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of $74/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Europe (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$103/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a van is 33% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Europe, you would pay an average price of $41/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Europe (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$114/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a pickup truck saves you 16% 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.

To rent a luxury car in Europe, you would pay an average price of $138/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Europe (~$115/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$174/day). In fact, October is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a luxury car is 64% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Europe, you would pay an average price of $27/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Europe (~$21/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$43/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a convertible saves you 44% 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.

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Best Europe car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on November 19, 2024.
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Car rental FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $29/day when booking a rental car in Europe. The best deal a user found was for $19/day from Hit, booked on Nov. 17.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: CIRCULAR ($14/day), EXPY Car Rentals ($15/day), and ESSENCE CAR RENTAL ($16/day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the most popular car rental companies in Europe, offering car rentals for around $384 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 34% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Europe.

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

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Europe however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Hit currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 80% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Europe. Typically, a monthly car rental in Europe can be found for $1,644. You can find car rental deals to be on average $55 a day.

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Small car rentals in Europe

Find small car rental deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Europe cost an average of $5 per day. Price data was last updated on November 19, 2024.
Hyundai i10$5/day
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Car rentals by fuel type in Europe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on November 19, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($5+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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