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Cheap Car Rentals in Italy from HK$131

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 4-8 and drop-off date of 7-8. 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 14 July 2025.

Most popular company

Rent Smart 24

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

HK$322

Cheapest price per day

HK$131

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 July 2025.

There are 193 hire agencies servicing Italy. These agencies, altogether, have 7,586 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Italy with prices from HK$131 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Italy:

Economy

Economy

HK$128+

Compact

Compact

HK$144+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$247+

SUV

SUV

HK$188+

Mini

Mini

HK$132+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$967+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

HK$553+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$179+

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:

Mazda Mazda2HK$131/day
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Mini CountrymanHK$132/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$144/day
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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$295. Data was last updated on 14 July 2025.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Italy, including options within the Milan, Bergamo and Rome area. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Mazda Mazda2HK$131/day
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Mini CountrymanHK$132/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$144/day
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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$201, which is about 585% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Italy?

Rent Smart 24 is currently the cheapest car hire company in Italy with deals as low as HK$83.76/day found in the past two weeks. Target Italy is another inexpensive option with rates as low as HK$105.50/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$132. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$335 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$132. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$335 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$144

February

HK$132

March

HK$143

April

HK$274

May

HK$267

June

HK$331

July

HK$335

August

HK$311

September

HK$280

October

HK$195

November

HK$134

December

HK$203

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 (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Italy?

Sunnycars has 731 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Italy at 710.

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 1,931 pickup locations in Italy to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 July 2025.

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 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Italy region, including those located within the Milan, Bergamo and Rome area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Thrifty

7.7
Good
106 reviews182 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.6

Dollar

7.1
Good
145 reviews181 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Budget

6.8
Okay
111 reviews157 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.4
Okay
178 reviews319 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.1

Avis

5.9
Fair
59 reviews243 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Europcar

5.8
Fair
79 reviews215 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.6

Leasys Rent

6.8
Okay
6 reviews294 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

DRIVALIA

5.3
Fair
17 reviews340 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.1

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

    With an average price of HK$572/day, Hertz is the most popular car hire provider in Italy, booking 123% 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 Milan where rental cars typically will cost around HK$347/day (11% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Italy was found in Milan for just HK$253/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 14 July 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$20+).

Electric

Electric

HK$36+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$20+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$27+

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