Italy

Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from HK$84

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 24-4 and drop-off date of 1-5. 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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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 26 March 2026.

Most popular company

Galdierirent

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

HK$378

Cheapest price per day

HK$84

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 March 2026.

There are 200 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,661 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from HK$84 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Italy:

Economy

Economy

HK$59+

Compact

Compact

HK$103+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$193+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$714+

Mini

Mini

HK$56+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$874+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

HK$1,083+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$80+

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$84/day
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Mini Countryman
Mazda Mazda2HK$95/day
2
5
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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$235. Data was last updated on 26 March 2026.
Mini CountrymanHK$84/day
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Mini Countryman
Mazda Mazda2HK$95/day
2
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Mazda Mazda2
BYD e6HK$102/day
2
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BYD e6

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$248, which is about 674% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

Target Italy is currently the cheapest car hire company in Italy with deals as low as HK$83.37/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$117.47/day.

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

At Italy, the best time to rent a car is at November, with an average daily rate of just HK$133. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$375 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 November, with an average daily rate of just HK$133. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$375 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$163

February

HK$184

March

HK$162

April

HK$281

May

HK$269

June

HK$330

July

HK$375

August

HK$344

September

HK$310

October

HK$221

November

HK$133

December

HK$237

What car do most people rent in Italy?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Italy. SUV cars (Jeep Renegade or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 746 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 1,777 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 March 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Italy, start with Naples, where rates average HK$179/day. You can also find good prices in Milan (HK$197/day), Rome (HK$556/day), and Venice (HK$660/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 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 reviews167 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

5.7
Fair
74 reviews244 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.7

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 26 March 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Italy?

    With an average price of HK$390/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in Italy, booking 256% 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 Naples where rental cars typically will cost around HK$179/day (59% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Italy was found in Naples for just HK$170/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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Italy. Deals were last updated on 26 March 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 (HK$8+).

Electric

Electric

HK$16+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$11+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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