Rome

Cheap Car Hire in Rome from R118

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 Rome with a pick-up date of 12/12 and drop-off date of 24/12. 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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Rome car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rome. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 November 2025.

Most popular company

RECORDGO

Price of petrol per litre

R33,50

Average price per day

R437

Cheapest price per day

R118

Popular car types in Rome

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rome and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 November 2025.

There are currently 524 hire locations operating in Rome spread across 91 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Rome is small car at R118 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

SUV

SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 409+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare car hire deals in Rome by type

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

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

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

Here are the best Rome van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AtosR118/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Datsun GoR121/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
Renault KwidR141/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Best car hire deals found in Rome

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Rome. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rome with an average daily rate of R311. Data was last updated on 15 November 2025.
Hyundai AtosR118/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Datsun GoR121/day
2
M
A/C
Datsun Go
Renault KwidR141/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Cheapflights insights for Rome car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Rome, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R290/day – about 1 005% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Rome?

Looking to hire a car in Rome? Rental Plus had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R83,22/day. Galdierirent also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R500,13/day.

What is the best car rental company in Rome?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Rome is Leasys Rent (rated 6.8/10 with 3 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.7/10 with 14 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Rome? February is the cheapest month, costing about R222 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R666. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R273

February

R222

March

R273

April

R513

May

R513

June

R615

July

R666

August

R598

September

R530

October

R427

November

R290

December

R461

What car do most people hire in Rome?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Rome are the following: SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar), and Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Rome?

Sunnycars has 57 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Rome at 37.

Top rental agencies in Rome

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rome known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rome. Reviews were last updated on 15 November 2025.

Leasys Rent

6,8
Okay
3 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

7,2

Dollar

6,7
Okay
14 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,5

Hertz

6,6
Okay
15 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,1

Budget

5,7
Fair
14 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,1

Avis

5,5
Fair
14 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,3

DRIVALIA

5,2
Fair
3 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,6

Comfort

5,6

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,2

Europcar

4,0
Mediocre
2 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

4,0

MEGADRIVE

11 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rome, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 November 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rome?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R437/day when booking a car hire in Rome. The absolute best deal a user found was for R312/day from Record Go, booked on Nov. 2.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rome for a week from Record Go?

    Record Go is one of the top picks in Rome. They can have you in a hire car for about R1 349 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rome for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 10% on a month-long rental by booking with Record Go. Record Go is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Rome can cost you on average R5 782 a month or R193 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    It costs R0 for a weekend car hire in Rome, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Rome in December, prices are R0 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Rome

Browse car hires by fuel type in Rome. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Rome. Deals were last updated on 15 November 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rome. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R9+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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Fiumicino
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