Istanbul

Cheap Car Hire in Istanbul from R406

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 Istanbul with a pick-up date of 17/10 and drop-off date of 22/10. 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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Istanbul car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 September 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

R22,24

Average price per day

R463

Cheapest price per day

R406

Popular car types in Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 September 2025.

There are 115 hire agencies servicing Istanbul. These agencies, altogether, have 638 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Istanbul with prices from R406 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Istanbul:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Istanbul by type

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

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

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

Toyota YarisR406/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan AlmeraR425/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R446/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car hire deals found in Istanbul

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of R579. Data was last updated on 19 September 2025.
Toyota YarisR406/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan AlmeraR425/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R446/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Cheapflights insights for Istanbul car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Istanbul, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R469, which is about 1 490% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, the most affordable car hire company right now is CIRCULAR , offering prices from just R339,46/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at R417,64/day.

What is the best car rental company in Istanbul?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Istanbul is Garenta (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 7.7/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Istanbul, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R382. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R817 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 Istanbul, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R382. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R817 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

R382

February

R382

March

R434

April

R469

May

R504

June

R660

July

R764

August

R817

September

R539

October

R417

November

R382

December

R400

Which car hire company has the most locations in Istanbul?

Nokta Rent A Car has 45 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Garenta has the second-highest number of locations in Istanbul at 39.

Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 19 September 2025.

Garenta

39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

7,7
Good
4 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

GREEN MOTION

7,3
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

7,3

Sixt

7,0
Good
28 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

Budget

6,1
Okay
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,1
Okay
2 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,7

Avec Car Rental

5,6
Fair
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,6

Nokta Rent A Car

2,0
Poor
1 review45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R463/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for R394/day from CIRCULAR , booked on Sep. 14.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Istanbul for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Istanbul, offering car hire for around R3 388 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Istanbul?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Istanbul for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Istanbul for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 29% on a month-long rental by booking with CIRCULAR . CIRCULAR is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Istanbul can cost you on average R14 520 a month or R484 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Istanbul for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Istanbul is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Istanbul. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Istanbul for as low as R543/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car hires by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 19 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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