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Cheap Car Hire in Italy from R218

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 1/7 and drop-off date of 11/7. 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 2025

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 15 June 2025.

Most popular company

Galierirent

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R578

Cheapest price per day

R218

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 15 June 2025.

There are, in total, 7 531 car hire locations in Italy that are operated by 185 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R218/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Italy hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 642+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Italy by type

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

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

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

Datsun GoR218/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
GWM Ora Good CatR253/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Kia PicantoR290/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 R824. Data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Italy, including options within a close proximity to Rome, Milan and Venice. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Datsun GoR218/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
GWM Ora Good CatR253/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Kia PicantoR290/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 R454/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 318% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is Target Italy, offering prices from just R73,15/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Galierirent, with rates starting at R101,66/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 R363. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R735 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 R363. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R735 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

R473

February

R438

March

R489

April

R692

May

R668

June

R689

July

R735

August

R707

September

R702

October

R527

November

R363

December

R504

What car do most people hire in Italy?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Italy are the following: SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 725 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 703.

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 1,917 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Italy, Rome offers the lowest average car hire price at just R196/day. Other affordable options include Milan (R278/day), Naples (R326/day), and Venice (R370/day).

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 15 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hiring agencies available in Italy, including locations near Rome, Milan and Venice. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Italy, including locations around Rome, Milan and Venice.

Thrifty

7,5
Good
105 reviews178 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,5

Dollar

7,2
Good
145 reviews180 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

Budget

7,0
Good
106 reviews156 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Hertz

6,4
Okay
175 reviews317 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,1

Avis

6,0
Okay
58 reviews239 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,8

Europcar

5,8
Fair
78 reviews215 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,6

Leasys Rent

6,8
Okay
6 reviews294 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

7,0

DRIVALIA

5,3
Fair
17 reviews338 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

5,7

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

6,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Italy, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    The most popular car hire company at Italy is Galierirent. With prices on MINI starting at R102/day about 144% more people book with Galierirent 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 Naples where rental cars typically will cost around R326/day (47% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Italy was found in Milan for just R285/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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