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Cheap Car Hire in Italy from R252

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 Italy with a pick-up date of 14/9 and drop-off date of 4/10. 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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Italy car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Italy. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 July 2026.

Most popular company

Galdierirent

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R532

Cheapest price per day

R252
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Popular car types in Italy

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Italy and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 July 2026.
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There are, in total, 7 923 car hire locations in Italy that are operated by 250 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R252/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Italy hire providers:

Economy

Economy

R263+

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Compact

Compact

R314+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R443+

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Standard

Standard

R875+

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SUV

SUV

R772+

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Mini

Mini

R252+

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Premium

Premium

R1 876+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 701+

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Best car hire deals found in Italy

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Italy. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Italy with an average daily rate of R1 014. Data was last updated on 13 July 2026.
Hyundai AtosR252/day
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Hyundai Atos
Found 07/12/26
Renault SanderoR314/day
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Renault Sandero
Found 07/12/26
Suzuki SwiftR336/day
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Suzuki Swift
Found 07/12/26

Cheapflights insights for Italy car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Italy 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R537/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 393% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is Italy Car Rent, offering prices from just R17,42/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Galdierirent, with rates starting at R19,76/day.

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

At Italy, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R307. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R824 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 Italy, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just R307. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R824 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

R413

February

R429

March

R464

April

R649

May

R700

June

R751

July

R824

August

R755

September

R697

October

R498

November

R307

December

R537

What car do most people hire in Italy?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Italy are the following: SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar), and Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Cargini has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 251.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Italy?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Italy, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 394 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 July 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Italy, Venice offers the lowest average car hire price at just R114/day. Other affordable options include Bologna (R153/day), Rome (R180/day), and Olbia (R199/day).

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Top rental agencies in Italy

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Italy known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Italy. Reviews were last updated on 13 July 2026.

Avis

5,7
Fair
78 reviews•251 locations
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Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,6

Cargini

6 locations
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Infinity Rent a Car

1 location
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Rental4Leisure

39 locations
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Cilento Rent

3 locations
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OptimoRent

71 locations
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Liigu

19 locations
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Renault rent a car

4 locations
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Car hire FAQs

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

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    The most popular car hire company at Italy is Centauro. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R426/day about 142% more people book with Centauro than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Italy?

    When visiting Italy, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Verona where rental cars typically will cost around R434/day (27% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Italy was found in Naples for just R200/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Italy?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Italy.

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