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Croatia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Croatia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R492

Cheapest price per day

R92

Cheapflights insights for Croatia car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Croatia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R327/day – about 1 101% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Croatia?

In Croatia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just R190,87/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sixt, with rates starting at R200,45/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Croatia? March is the cheapest month, costing about R305 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R896. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R347

February

R373

March

R305

April

R395

May

R392

June

R443

July

R896

August

R672

September

R361

October

R373

November

R410

December

R408

What car do most people hire in Croatia?

SUV cars (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in Croatia. Intermediate (Audi A3) and Full-size (BMW X3) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Croatia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Croatia?

Mack has 54 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLEET has the second-highest number of locations in Croatia at 32.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Croatia?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Croatia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 156 pickup locations in Croatia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Croatia, Zagreb offers the lowest average car hire price at just R92/day. Other affordable options include Zadar (R196/day), Dubrovnik (R343/day), and Split (R796/day).

Top rental agencies in Croatia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Croatia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Croatia. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2026.

Sixt

7,5
Good
91 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
18 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

GREEN MOTION

6,2
Okay
29 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,4

Last Minute

22 locations

ACTIVE RENT A CAR

19 locations

ORYX

17 locations

Nova

18 locations

FLIZZR

22 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Croatia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Croatia?

    With an average price of R522/day, Avia Rent A Car is the most popular car hire provider in Croatia, booking 75% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    When visiting Croatia, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Zagreb where rental cars typically will cost around R359/day (33% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Croatia was found in Zadar for just R198/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Croatia?

    Cars in Croatia are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in Croatia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Croatia. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Croatia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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