Italy

Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from HK$85

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 18-12 and drop-off date of 29-12. 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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Italy car rentals in 2025

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 26 November 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

HK$262

Cheapest price per day

HK$85

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 26 November 2025.

There are 196 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,635 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from HK$85 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Italy:

Economy

Economy

HK$75+

Compact

Compact

HK$84+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$185+

SUV

SUV

HK$194+

Mini

Mini

HK$73+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$1,262+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$81+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$82+

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:

Mini CountrymanHK$85/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mazda Mazda2HK$96/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2

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 HK$191. Data was last updated on 26 November 2025.
Mini CountrymanHK$85/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mazda Mazda2HK$96/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Volkswagen GolfHK$106/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Italy, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$218, which is about 609% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 HK$25.28/day found in the past two weeks. Felirent is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$50.94/day.

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

At Italy, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just HK$133. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$369 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Italy, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just HK$133. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$369 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$141

February

HK$133

March

HK$140

April

HK$266

May

HK$261

June

HK$323

July

HK$369

August

HK$341

September

HK$311

October

HK$222

November

HK$136

December

HK$214

What car do most people rent in Italy?

Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Italy. Intermediate cars (Citroen SpaceTourer or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 735 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 713.

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 1,762 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 November 2025.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Italy, start with Catania, where rates average HK$68/day. You can also find good prices in Milan (HK$209/day), Venice (HK$286/day), and Florence (HK$319/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 26 November 2025.

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 reviews318 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 reviews159 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

5.8
Fair
72 reviews241 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.6

Europcar

5.8
Fair
83 reviews215 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

Ecovia

5.1
Fair
10 reviews121 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.5

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 26 November 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    With an average price of HK$67/day, Goldcar Rental SP is the most popular car hire provider in Italy, booking 195% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    When visiting Italy, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Catania where rental cars typically will cost around HK$68/day (73% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Italy was found in Catania for just HK$66/day.

  • 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 26 November 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Italy. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (HK$10+).

Electric

Electric

HK$45+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$10+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$18+

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