Italy

Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from ₹ 461

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 Italy with a pick-up date of 28/1 and drop-off date of 31/1. 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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Italy car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Italy. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2026.

Most popular company

NOLEGGIARE

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

₹ 4,798

Cheapest price per day

₹ 461

Popular car types in Italy

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Italy and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 January 2026.

There are, in total, 7,656 car hire locations in Italy that are operated by 197 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 461/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Italy hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 472+

Compact

Compact

₹ 527+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 1,534+

SUV

SUV

₹ 31,979+

Mini

Mini

₹ 461+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 6,451+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 461+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

₹ 491+

Compare car rental deals in Italy by type

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

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

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

Hyundai i20₹ 513/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Italy

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Italy. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Italy with an average daily rate of ₹ 1,473. Data was last updated on 21 January 2026.
Ford EcoSport₹ 461/day
4
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A/C
Ford EcoSport
Renault Duster₹ 471/day
4
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A/C
Renault Duster
Volkswagen Polo₹ 472/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Cheapflights insights for Italy car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in Italy 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 2,557/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 8,209% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is currently the cheapest car hire company in Italy with deals as low as ₹ 313/day found in the past two weeks. U-Save is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 361/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Italy?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Italy is November, when you can expect to pay ₹ 1,592/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Italy is July (₹ 4,074/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

₹ 1,717

February

₹ 1,609

March

₹ 1,630

April

₹ 3,007

May

₹ 3,235

June

₹ 3,830

July

₹ 4,074

August

₹ 3,851

September

₹ 3,541

October

₹ 2,664

November

₹ 1,592

December

₹ 2,842

What car do most people rent in Italy?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Italy. Intermediate (Audi A3) and SUV (Class Intermediate SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Italy.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 738 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 715.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Italy?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Italy, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,768 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Italy, Bari is the cheapest city to rent a car (₹ 460/day). Other popular cities in Italy to get a cheap rental car are: Naples (₹ 501/day), Rome (₹ 629/day), and Milan (₹ 1,535/day).

Top rental agencies in Italy

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Italy known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Italy. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2026.

Thrifty

7.3
Good
108 reviews184 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Dollar

6.9
Okay
139 reviews183 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.7
Okay
179 reviews319 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.4

Budget

6.6
Okay
117 reviews161 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Europcar

5.9
Fair
84 reviews216 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

Avis

5.8
Fair
73 reviews243 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.6

Ecovia

5.5
Fair
11 reviews121 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.9

DRIVALIA

4.7
Mediocre
19 reviews341 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Italy, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    When hiring a car in Italy, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is NOLEGGIARE , and with prices around ₹ 7,924/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from NOLEGGIARE is CONVERTIBLE, which starts as low as ₹ 4,622/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Italy?

    At ₹ 2,516/day, it is 42% cheaper on average to rent a car in Venice than any other city in Italy. The cheapest price found in Italy was for ₹ 1,083/day in Venice.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Italy?

    Cars in Italy are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Italy

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Italy. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 21 January 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Italy. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 6+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 20+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 9+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 6+

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