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Cheap Car Hire in Málaga from R233

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 Málaga with a pick-up date of 16/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. 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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Popular car types in Málaga

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Málaga and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 November 2025.
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There are, in total, 137 car hire locations in Málaga that are operated by 72 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R233/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Málaga hire providers:

Economy

Economy

R238+

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Compact

Compact

R331+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R442+

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People carrier

People carrier

R727+

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Mini

Mini

R233+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 330+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R257+

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Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R493+

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Compare car hire deals in Málaga by type

Here are the best Málaga small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Málaga medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Málaga SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen up!R233/day
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A/C
Volkswagen up!
Found 11/26/25
Kia PicantoR238/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 11/26/25
Hyundai AtosR305/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Found 11/26/25

Best car hire deals found in Málaga

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Málaga. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Málaga with an average daily rate of R503. Data was last updated on 27 November 2025.
Volkswagen up!R233/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Found 11/26/25
Kia PicantoR238/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 11/26/25
Hyundai VenueR257/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Venue
Found 11/26/25

Cheapflights insights for Málaga car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Málaga, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Málaga?

For the best savings on car hire in Málaga, make your reservation 44 days before pickup. The average price then is just R309/day – about 1 397% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Málaga?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Málaga is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 8.5/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Sixt
Sixt
8.5
Alamo
Alamo
7.9
Hertz
Hertz
7.1

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Málaga?

Planning to hire a car in Málaga? March is the cheapest month, costing about R206 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R497. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R223

February

R309

March

R206

April

R446

May

R309

June

R343

July

R463

August

R463

September

R377

October

R394

November

R206

December

R497

What car do most people hire in Málaga?

Intermediate cars (Audi A3, for example) are the most popular in Málaga. Economy (Citroen C3) and SUV (Volvo XC90) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Málaga.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Málaga?

Sunnycars has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Málaga at 6.

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Top rental agencies in Málaga

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Málaga known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Málaga. Reviews were last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thrifty

3 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

8,5
Very Good
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,4

Alamo

7,9
Good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,8

Hertz

7,1
Good
7 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,5

Dollar

6,9
Okay
1 review•4 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,8
Okay
7 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Europcar

5,3
Fair
2 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

4,6

Ok Mobility

3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

4,0

Comfort

4,0

Overall

3,3

Pick-up/drop-off

3,3

Value

3,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Málaga, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 November 2025.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Málaga for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Málaga from about R6 850 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Málaga?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Málaga for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Málaga for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Málaga, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Mini hire in Málaga is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for December, it will cost approximately R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Málaga

Browse car hires by fuel type in Málaga. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Málaga. Deals were last updated on 27 November 2025.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Málaga. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R18+).

Electric

Electric

R18+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R56+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R36+

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