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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from R146
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 Europe with a pick-up date of 5/9 and drop-off date of 19/9. 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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Europe car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | R734 |
Cheapest price per day | R146 |
Popular car types in Europe
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Europe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Economy
R171+
Compact
R216+
Intermediate
R514+
Standard
R802+
Full-size
R1 157+
SUV
R460+
People carrier
R1 207+
Full-size SUV
R1 106+
Compare car hire deals in Europe by type
Here are the best Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Europe large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Europe van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Europe luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen up!R146/day
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Ford FiestaR171/day
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Renault SanderoR175/day
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Best car hire deals found in Europe
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
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Renault SanderoR171/day
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Ford KaR175/day
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Cheapflights insights for Europe car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Europe, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe?
To get the best deal on car hire in Europe, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R540, which is about 1 466% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Europe?
In Europe, the most affordable car hire company right now is GREEN MOTION , offering prices from just R225,25/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at R267,77/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Europe?
At Europe, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R440. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R864 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Europe, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R440. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R864 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R440
February
R464
March
R463
April
R633
May
R620
June
R705
July
R864
August
R825
September
R621
October
R542
November
R457
December
R623
What car do most people hire in Europe?
Compact cars (Ford Focus, for example) are the most popular in Europe. SUV (Kia Sportage) and Intermediate (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Europe.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Europe?
Free2Move has 4 753 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Europe at 4 652.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Europe?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Europe, start with Rome, where rates average R176/day. You can also find good prices in Lisbon (R219/day), Dublin (R306/day), and Funchal (R417/day).
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R626/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for R393/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Europe for about R5 449 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Europe?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Europe for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Europe for a month is R23 351. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
Car hires by fuel type in Europe
Browse car hires by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R15+).
Electric
R37+
Hybrid
R15+
Petrol/Diesel
R15+