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 R362, which is about 1 225% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Madrid?
In Madrid, the most affordable car hire company right now is Record Go, offering prices from just R118,98/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Goldcar Rental SP, with rates starting at R152,95/day.
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 8.2/10 with 12 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 R276/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Madrid is July (R672/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
R293
February
R310
March
R276
April
R586
May
R448
June
R483
July
R672
August
R621
September
R431
October
R500
November
R397
December
R638
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 27 October 2025.
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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 27 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R11 428/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.