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Cheap Car Hire in Croatia from R197

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 Croatia with a pick-up date of 2/9 and drop-off date of 14/9. 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.
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Croatia car hires in 2025

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 6 July 2025.

Most popular company

XL Rent A Car

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

R819

Cheapest price per day

R197

Popular car types in Croatia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Croatia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 July 2025.

In Croatia, there are 871 active hire locations from 97 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Croatia in the past week - currently priced from R197/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

R1 924+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 318+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 578+

Compare car hire deals in Croatia by type

Here are the best Croatia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Croatia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Croatia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioR197/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Volkswagen up!R207/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota CorollaR220/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Best car hire deals found in Croatia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Croatia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Croatia with an average daily rate of R705. Data was last updated on 6 July 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Croatia, including options within a close proximity to Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Kia RioR197/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Volkswagen up!R207/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota CorollaR220/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 R432/day – about 1 666% 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 XL Rent A Car, offering prices from just R153,21/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sixt, with rates starting at R205,74/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 R286 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R818. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R344

February

R326

March

R286

April

R324

May

R346

June

R439

July

R818

August

R791

September

R464

October

R321

November

R341

December

R344

What car do most people hire in Croatia?

Mini cars (Fiat Panda, for example) are the most popular in Croatia. Full-size (Peugeot 5008) and SUV (Opel Mokka) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Croatia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Croatia?

Mack has 53 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLEET has the second-highest number of locations in Croatia at 32.

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 218 pickup locations in Croatia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 July 2025.

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 6 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Croatia, including those serving the greater Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Sixt

7,4
Good
89 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,1

GREEN MOTION

6,4
Okay
31 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
19 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,7

Mack

53 locations

FLEET

32 locations

CarWiz

24 locations

Sunnycars

24 locations

AIR-RENTACAR

23 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 6 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Croatia?

    With an average price of R354/day, XL Rent A Car is the most popular car hire provider in Croatia, booking 218% 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 Zadar where rental cars typically will cost around R757/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Croatia was found in Zadar for just R247/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. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Croatia. Deals were last updated on 6 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Croatia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R8+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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