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Cheap Car Hire in Europe from R121

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 2/9 and drop-off date of 17/9. 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 2026

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 13 August 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R612

Cheapest price per day

R121
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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 13 August 2026.
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Economy

Economy

R124+

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Compact

Compact

R158+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R423+

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People carrier

People carrier

R758+

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Mini

Mini

R121+

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Premium

Premium

R928+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R860+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 420+

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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 13 August 2026.
Chevrolet SparkR121/day
Chevrolet Spark
Found 08/11/26
GWM Ora Good CatR124/day
GWM Ora Good Cat
Found 08/11/26
Hyundai i20R140/day
Hyundai i20
Found 08/11/26

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 R538, which is about 1 417% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Europe?

In Europe, the most affordable car hire company right now is Galdierirent, offering prices from just R7,95/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is ADDCAR RENTAL , with rates starting at R9,96/day.

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

At Europe, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R434. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R778 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 November, with an average daily rate of just R434. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R778 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

R435

February

R474

March

R486

April

R570

May

R598

June

R634

July

R778

August

R768

September

R591

October

R512

November

R434

December

R585

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?

Cargini has 59 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Europe at 2 212.

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 13 August 2026.

If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Europe, start with Barcelona, where rates average R113/day. You can also find good prices in Porto (R117/day), Rome (R151/day), and Lisbon (R170/day).

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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R457/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for R160/day from U-Save, booked on Aug. 8.

  • 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 R4 199 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 995. 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 13 August 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R19+).

Electric

Electric

R55+

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Hybrid

R19+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R19+

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