Istanbul

Cheap Car Hire in Istanbul from R366

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Istanbul with a pick-up date of 15/5 and drop-off date of 22/5. 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.
Istanbul, Türkiye
May 5 — May 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Istanbul, Türkiye
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

Istanbul car hires in 2024

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 28 April 2024.

Most popular company

DMRCAR

Price of petrol per litre

R25,20

Average price per day

R437

Cheapest price per day

R366

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 28 April 2024.

January

R338

February

R357

March

R376

April

R507

May

R488

June

R752

July

R770

August

R752

September

R507

October

R394

November

R338

December

R357

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Istanbul is January. 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 28 April 2024.

There are 93 hire agencies servicing Istanbul. These agencies, altogether, have 513 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Istanbul with prices from R366 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Istanbul:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 045+

Premium

Premium

R1 266+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate 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 28 April 2024.

Small cars

R311 - R963

All Car Types

R351 - R1 526

To hire a small car in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of R557/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~R311/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R963/day). In fact, February is about 45% 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 22% 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, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of R613/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~R259/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 299/day). In fact, January is about 58% 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 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 Istanbul medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of R1 895/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~R923/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 867/day). In fact, December is about 52% 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 63% 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, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of R589/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Istanbul, Türkiye (~R256/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 119/day). In fact, January is about 57% 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 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.

To hire a van in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of R1 113/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Istanbul, Türkiye (~R542/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R4 312/day). In fact, December is about 52% 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 37% 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.

Nissan AlmeraR366/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Nissan AlmeraR390/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Suzuki CiazR400/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 28 April 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Istanbul, including Garenta, Autounion Car Rental and Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Istanbul, including Garenta, Autounion Car Rental and Europcar.

Garenta

39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Autounion Car Rental

10,0
Wonderful
1 review9 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
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

GREEN MOTION

7,0
Good
3 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

7,3

Sixt

7,0
Good
21 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

CIRCULAR

6,8
Okay
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

6,0

Avis

6,3
Okay
16 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,1

Budget

5,2
Fair
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,7

Comfort

5,0

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,2

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 R558. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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.
Nissan AlmeraR366/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Nissan AlmeraR390/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Suzuki CiazR400/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R437/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for R334/day from Hit, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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 (R390/day), Pandora Car Hire (R400/day), and Goldcar Rental SP (R424/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), Garenta (10,0 rating) and Alamo (8,1 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 R25,20/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 134 and R1 638 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    DMR Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Istanbul, offering car hire for around R2 512 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 26%. 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 does it cost to rent a car in Istanbul for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 43% on a month-long rental by booking with Hit. Hit is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Istanbul can cost you on average R10 764 a month or R359 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • 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 Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Istanbul. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Istanbul for as low as R439/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.

See more FAQs

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 022 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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.
Suzuki ErtigaR560/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR625/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR630/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 28 April 2024.

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 (R19+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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