Italy

Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from S$ 7

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 20-3 and drop-off date of 28-3. 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 14 March 2026.

Most popular company

Rent Smart 24

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

S$ 73

Cheapest price per day

S$ 7

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 14 March 2026.

At S$ 7/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Italy in the past week. Out of 200 car hire agencies operating in Italy, there are, in total, 7,685 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

S$ 7+

Compact

Compact

S$ 10+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 19+

Mini

Mini

S$ 7+

Premium

Premium

S$ 70+

Passenger van

Passenger van

S$ 74+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

S$ 12+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

S$ 19+

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:

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

Audi A1S$ 7/day
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Audi A1
Peugeot 208S$ 9/day
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Peugeot 208

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 S$ 46. Data was last updated on 14 March 2026.
Audi A1S$ 7/day
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A/C
Audi A1
Peugeot 208S$ 9/day
2
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A/C
Peugeot 208
Mitsubishi LancerS$ 10/day
2
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A/C
Mitsubishi Lancer

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Italy, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 35/day – about 13% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

In Italy, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just S$ 21.61/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Autounion Car Rental, with rates starting at S$ 27.35/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Italy? November is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 22 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 56. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

S$ 29

February

S$ 32

March

S$ 26

April

S$ 44

May

S$ 42

June

S$ 50

July

S$ 56

August

S$ 52

September

S$ 47

October

S$ 35

November

S$ 22

December

S$ 40

What car do most people rent in Italy?

Intermediate cars (Ford Kuga, for example) are the most popular in Italy. Economy (Ford Fiesta) and Mini (Fiat Panda) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Italy.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 743 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 717.

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 1,776 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 March 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Italy, Venice is the cheapest city to rent a car (S$ 41/day). Other popular cities in Italy to get a cheap rental car are: Milan (S$ 44/day), Florence (S$ 77/day), and Palermo (S$ 87/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 14 March 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

Budget

6.6
Okay
117 reviews165 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Hertz

6.6
Okay
181 reviews321 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.3

Europcar

5.9
Fair
84 reviews216 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.7

Avis

5.8
Fair
73 reviews245 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

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 14 March 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 Europcar, and with prices around S$ 75/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as S$ 33/day.

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

    When visiting Italy, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Venice where rental cars typically will cost around S$ 58/day (25% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Italy was found in Venice for just S$ 46/day.

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

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Italy.

Car rentals by fuel type in Italy

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Italy. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 14 March 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Italy. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (S$ 34+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 37+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 34+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 71+

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