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Cheap Car Hire in Istanbul from R482

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 Istanbul with a pick-up date of 23/4 and drop-off date of 4/5. 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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Istanbul car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 April 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

R22,91

Average price per day

R609

Cheapest price per day

R482
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Popular car types in Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 April 2026.
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There are 116 hire agencies servicing Istanbul. These agencies, altogether, have 630 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Istanbul with prices from R482 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Istanbul:

Economy

Economy

R482+

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Compact

Compact

R526+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R948+

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Standard

Standard

R1 060+

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Premium

Premium

R912+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 448+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R675+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R785+

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

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

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

Kia RioR482/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Found 04/15/26
Toyota YarisR526/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Found 04/14/26
Ford FiestaR535/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 04/15/26

Best car hire deals found in Istanbul

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of R795. Data was last updated on 16 April 2026.
Kia RioR482/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Found 04/15/26
Toyota YarisR526/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Found 04/14/26
Ford FiestaR535/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 04/15/26

Cheapflights insights for Istanbul car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Istanbul, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R540, which is about 1 537% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Istanbul?

In Istanbul, the most affordable car hire company right now is CIRCULAR , offering prices from just R388,83/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at R550,77/day.

What is the best car rental company in Istanbul?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Istanbul is Garenta (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Garenta
Garenta
10.0
Europcar
Europcar
8.0
GREEN MOTION
GREEN MOTION
7.3
Avis
Avis
7.1

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

At Istanbul, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R425. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R785 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Istanbul, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R425. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging R785 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R458

February

R425

March

R458

April

R458

May

R507

June

R638

July

R736

August

R785

September

R573

October

R507

November

R458

December

R458

What car do most people hire in Istanbul?

Full-size cars (Opel Zafira Tourer, for example) are the most popular in Istanbul. Intermediate (Audi A3) and Passenger van (Opel Zafira Tourer) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Istanbul.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Istanbul?

Nokta Rent A Car has 46 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Otocar Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Istanbul at 34.

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Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 16 April 2026.

Garenta

33 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

8,0
Very Good
1 review•12 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

GREEN MOTION

7,3
Good
2 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

7,3

Avis

7,1
Good
5 reviews•12 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,8

Sixt

6,9
Okay
28 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,1

Budget

6,2
Okay
10 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

6,2

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,2
Okay
2 reviews•28 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

Avec Car Rental

5,6
Fair
1 review•10 locations
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Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R609/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for R380/day from Nokta Rent A Car, booked on Apr. 11.

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

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Istanbul, offering car hire for around R3 014 per week on average.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 50% on a month-long rental by booking with Nokta Rent A Car. Nokta Rent A Car is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Istanbul can cost you on average R12 916 a month or R431 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Istanbul is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Istanbul. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Istanbul for as low as R574/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car hires by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 16 April 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R19+).

Electric

Electric

R34+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R41+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R19+

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