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Austria car hires in 2026

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 1 June 2026.

Most popular company

U-Save

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R574

Cheapest price per day

R264
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Cheapflights insights for Austria car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Austria, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Austria?

For the best savings on car hire in Austria, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R771/day – about 1 201% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Austria?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Austria is January, when you can expect to pay R781/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Austria is August (R1 160/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R781

February

R969

March

R839

April

R849

May

R926

June

R1 050

July

R1 137

August

R1 160

September

R949

October

R936

November

R852

December

R1 056

What car do most people hire in Austria?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Austria are the following: Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar), Intermediate cars (Suzuki Vitara or similar), and SUV cars (Suzuki Vitara or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Austria?

Avis has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. BUCHBINDER has the second-highest number of locations in Austria at 21.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Austria, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 98 pickup locations in Austria to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 June 2026.
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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 1 June 2026.

U-Save

8,4
Very Good
3 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

8,4

Hertz

7,6
Good
17 reviews•33 locations
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,6

Budget

6,8
Okay
20 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,7

Avis

6,5
Okay
13 reviews•15 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,1

BUCHBINDER

21 locations
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National

4 locations
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SAAS

1 location
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UFODRIVE

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Austria?

    At R387/day, the cheapest car hire price in Austria was found in Vienna. On average, Vienna has the cheapest daily rental car price (R609/day), which is 23% below average price for cities in Austria.

  • 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.

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