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Cheap Car Hire in Italy from R214

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 5/10 and drop-off date of 11/10. 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 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 7 7월 2025.

Most popular company

Galierirent

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R497

Cheapest price per day

R214

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 7 7월 2025.

There are, in total, 7 568 car hire locations in Italy that are operated by 192 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R214/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Italy hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R3 159+

Luxury

Luxury

R2 183+

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:

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

Datsun GoR214/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
GWM Ora Good CatR226/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
GWM Ora Good CatR259/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat

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 R759. Data was last updated on 7 7월 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 Florence. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Datsun GoR214/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
GWM Ora Good CatR226/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
GWM Ora Good CatR259/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat

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 R451/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 293% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is Galierirent, offering prices from just R153,73/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is DRIVALIA , with rates starting at R345,58/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 R345. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R771 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 R345. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R771 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

R465

February

R427

March

R481

April

R672

May

R645

June

R771

July

R732

August

R692

September

R692

October

R514

November

R345

December

R493

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 Economy cars (Citroen C3 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 707.

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 1,928 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 7월 2025.

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 7 7월 2025.
Choose from the top car hiring agencies available in Italy, including locations near Rome, Milan and Florence. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Italy, including locations around Rome, Milan and Florence.

Thrifty

7,7
Good
106 reviews180 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,6

Dollar

7,1
Good
145 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Budget

6,9
Okay
110 reviews156 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,8

Hertz

6,4
Okay
178 reviews319 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,1

Avis

5,9
Fair
59 reviews243 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,0

Overall

5,9

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

5,7

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 reviews340 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 7 7월 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    The most popular car hire company at Italy is Galierirent. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R154/day about 247% 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 Rome where rental cars typically will cost around R355/day (50% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Italy was found in Rome for just R225/day.

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

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

Car hires by fuel type in Italy

Browse car hires by fuel type in Italy. Deals were last updated on 7 7월 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Italy. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

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