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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from R88
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 20/11 and drop-off date of 30/11. 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 30 september 2025.
Most popular company | DRIVALIA |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R501 |
Cheapest price per day | R88 |
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 30 september 2025.
Economy
R101+
Compact
R124+
Intermediate
R366+
Standard
R1 182+
SUV
R174+
People carrier
R621+
Full-size SUV
R2 259+
Mini
R88+
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!R88/day
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Hyundai AtosR95/day
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A/C
Renault SanderoR101/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 30 september 2025.
Volkswagen up!R88/day
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A/C
Hyundai AtosR95/day
2
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A/C
Renault SanderoR101/day
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A/C
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 R533, which is about 1 420% 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 R80,35/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is DRIVALIA , with rates starting at R166,92/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 R433. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R854 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 R433. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R854 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
R433
February
R458
March
R458
April
R626
May
R616
June
R698
July
R854
August
R850
September
R640
October
R543
November
R451
December
R629
What car do most people hire in Europe?
Economy cars (Opel Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Europe. Compact (Opel Corsa) and Standard (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 4 756 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Europe at 4 671.
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 30 september 2025.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Europe, start with Rome, where rates average R87/day. You can also find good prices in Porto (R125/day), Athens (R208/day), and Madrid (R212/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 30 september 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R491/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for R327/day from U-Save, booked on Sep. 28.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from DRIVALIA ?
DRIVALIA offers hire cars in Europe for about R3 995 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 R17 122. 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 30 september 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 (R13+).
Electric
R35+
Hybrid
R24+
Petrol/Diesel
R13+