Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R298
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 Madrid with a pick-up date of 7/9 and drop-off date of 13/9. 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.
Popular car types in Madrid, Spain
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madrid, Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.
There are currently 247 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 63 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at R298 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R319+
Compact
R355+
Intermediate
R1 061+
Mini
R298+
Luxury
R1 657+
Premium SUV
R858+
Compact SUV
R325+
Intermediate SUV
R352+
Compare car hire deals in Madrid, Spain by type
Here are the best Madrid small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Madrid medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Madrid SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Madrid
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of R583. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Madrid. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Cheapflights insights for Madrid car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Madrid, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Madrid?
To get the best deal on car hire in Madrid, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R337, which is about 1 168% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Madrid?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Madrid is Europcar (rated 9.6/10 with 2 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Madrid?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Madrid is March, when you can expect to pay R283/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Madrid is December (R655/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R301
February
R319
March
R283
April
R602
May
R478
June
R461
July
R602
August
R638
September
R407
October
R478
November
R407
December
R655
What car do most people hire in Madrid?
Mini cars (Fiat 500, for example) are the most popular in Madrid. Compact (Fiat 500X) and Passenger van (Volkswagen Multivan) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Madrid.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Madrid?
Free2Move has 28 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Madrid at 18.
Top rental agencies in Madrid, Spain
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Madrid area such as Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Record Go?
Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. Record Go, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R2 572/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Madrid?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Madrid for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Madrid are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in July to be on average R367 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain
Browse car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R5+).
Electric
R5+
Hybrid
R9+
Petrol/Diesel
R53+