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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R955

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 22/4 and drop-off date of 25/4. 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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Madrid, Spain car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Madrid, Spain. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 April 2026.

Most popular company

GOLDCAR

Price of petrol per litre

R29,37

Average price per day

R504

Cheapest price per day

R955

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 9 April 2026.

There are currently 249 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 64 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is van at R955 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R1 042+

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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault SanderoR964/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Suzuki Swift DzireR1 013/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire

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 R1 021. Data was last updated on 9 April 2026.
Nissan Grand LivinaR955/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Grand Livina
Suzuki Swift DzireR964/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Toyota AvanzaR964/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

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 R410, which is about 1 263% 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 8.6/10 with 3 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 14 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 November, when you can expect to pay R361/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Madrid is July (R640/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

R377

February

R443

March

R525

April

R591

May

R427

June

R459

July

R640

August

R607

September

R410

October

R443

November

R361

December

R640

Which car hire company has the most locations in Madrid?

Free2Move has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Madrid at 21.

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 9 April 2026.

Europcar

8,6
Very Good
3 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
14 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,9
Good
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,9

Sixt

7,3
Good
11 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,2

Dollar

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

8,4

Budget

7,2
Good
11 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

Centauro

5,6
Fair
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,4

Hertz

5,2
Fair
15 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,0

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 9 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Madrid?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R504/day when booking a car hire in Madrid. The absolute best deal a user found was for R258/day from Record Go, booked on Apr. 4.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Goldcar Rental SP?

    Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. Goldcar Rental SP, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R2 642/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 does it cost to rent a car in Madrid for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Madrid can be found for about R11 324, with the average price for a rental being around R377 a day. Book with Record Go, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 79% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Madrid.

  • 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 People carrier to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for People carrier car hire in May to be on average R1 012 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 9 April 2026.

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 (R41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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