Cheapflights insights for Bilbao car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Bilbao, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Bilbao?
Book your car hire in Bilbao 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R330/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 212% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Bilbao?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Bilbao is Europcar (rated 8.7/10). Avis (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Bilbao?
Planning to hire a car in Bilbao? January is the cheapest month, costing about R260 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R764. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R260
February
R260
March
R278
April
R590
May
R417
June
R504
July
R712
August
R764
September
R382
October
R313
November
R278
December
R469
What car do most people hire in Bilbao?
Economy cars (Opel Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Bilbao. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) and Full-size (Mercedes-Benz C-Class) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Bilbao.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Bilbao?
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Bilbao at 7.
Top rental agencies in Bilbao
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bilbao known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bilbao. Reviews were last updated on 15 September 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bilbao, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Bilbao for a week from Centauro?
Centauro is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Bilbao. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R1 048 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Bilbao?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Bilbao.