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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R399

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 23/9 and drop-off date of 5/10. 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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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 1 July 2026.

Most popular company

GOLDCAR

Price of petrol per litre

R27,07

Average price per day

R435

Cheapest price per day

R399

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 1 July 2026.

There are currently 254 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 67 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at R399 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 069+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

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 R548. Data was last updated on 1 July 2026.
Chevrolet SparkR399/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai i10R410/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Honda JazzR421/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

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 R443, which is about 1 289% 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 R13,12/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at R21,64/day.

What is the best car rental company in Madrid?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Madrid is CLICK RENT (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review). National (rated 8.8/10) 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 (R656/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

R541

April

R640

May

R574

June

R558

July

R656

August

R623

September

R410

October

R443

November

R361

December

R640

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 1 July 2026.

CLICK RENT

9,0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,7

National

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

8,2

Avis

8,3
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,0

rentalplus

1 location

Goto Global

1 location

Rhodium

2 locations

King Rent a Car

3 locations

Amigo Autos

1 location

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 1 July 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Madrid?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R435/day when booking a car hire in Madrid. The absolute best deal a user found was for R278/day from Record go, booked on Jun. 27.

  • 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 542/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 R10 894, with the average price for a rental being around R363 a day. Book with Record go, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 69% 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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in August to be on average R0 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 1 July 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 (R24+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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