Cheap Car Hire in Austria from R2 750
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 Austria with a pick-up date of 28/6 and drop-off date of 30/6. 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.
Austria car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Austria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Most common car type | Economy |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Austria?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Austria 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 26 April 2025.
January
R525
February
R563
March
R525
April
R694
May
R769
June
R1 013
July
R1 088
August
R1 013
September
R732
October
R675
November
R600
December
R807
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Austria 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 Austria
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Austria and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 April 2025.
There are, in total, 443 car hire locations in Austria that are operated by 49 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R2 750/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Austria hire providers:
Economy
R2 750+
Compact
R2 778+
Intermediate
R3 318+
Compact estate car
R2 738+
Compact SUV
R2 885+
Intermediate SUV
R3 050+
Intermediate estate car
R3 149+
Standard estate car
R4 847+
Compare available car types for rental in Austria
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Austria to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Small cars | R303 - R1 374 | |
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All Car Types | R303 - R1 702 |
To hire a small car in Austria, you would pay an average price of R720/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austria (~R303/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 374/day). In fact, October is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Austria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austria, renting a small car 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 Austria small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Austria, you would pay an average price of R962/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austria (~R162/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 215/day). In fact, January is about 84% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Austria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austria, renting a medium car saves you 4% 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 Austria medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Austria, you would pay an average price of R1 312/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Austria (~R1 526/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 159/day). In fact, December is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Austria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austria, renting a large car 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.
To hire a SUV in Austria, you would pay an average price of R825/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austria (~R595/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 647/day). In fact, September is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Austria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austria, renting a SUV saves you 18% 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 Austria SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Austria, you would pay an average price of R1 483/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Austria (~R1 561/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 159/day). In fact, December is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Austria. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austria, 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.
Top rental agencies in Austria
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Austria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Austria. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Austria, including those serving the greater Vienna, Innsbruck and Salzburg area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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Best Austria car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Austria. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Austria with an average daily rate of R3 106. Data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Austria, including locations near Vienna, Innsbruck and Salzburg. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Austria?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10,0 rating), Autounion Car Rental (10,0 rating) and Thrifty (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Austria.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Austria?
With an average price of R614/day, Panek is the most popular car hire provider in Austria, booking 100% more hire cars than any other provider.
What side of the road do you drive on in Austria?
In Austria, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.