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Cheap Car Rentals in Europe from AED 42

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 Europe with a pick-up date of 23/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. 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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Europe car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 April 2025.

Most popular company

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

AED 125

Cheapest price per day

AED 42

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Europe?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 April 2025.

Price

AED 29 - AED 64

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Barcelona is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just AED 29/day. Renting a car in Barcelona is 55% cheaper than renting one in Rome where the per day rate is around AED 64. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Lisbon (AED 32/day), Milan (AED 37/day), and Athens (AED 38/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Milan should expect to spend around AED 37/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Europe is Milan.

Popular car types in Europe

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Europe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 13 April 2025.
Economy

Economy

AED 42+

Compact

Compact

AED 51+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 84+

SUV

SUV

AED 67+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 168+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 174+

Mini

Mini

AED 42+

Premium

Premium

AED 132+

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Europe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 April 2025.

Small cars

AED 55 - AED 172

All Car Types

AED 95 - AED 347

To rent a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 113/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Europe (~AED 55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 172/day). In fact, January is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a small car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 199/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Europe (~AED 88/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 390/day). In fact, January is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a medium car is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 344/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Europe (~AED 169/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 564/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a large car is 44% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 164/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Europe (~AED 44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 234/day). In fact, February is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a SUV saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 389/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Europe (~AED 119/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 698/day). In fact, February is about 70% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a van is 51% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 354/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Europe (~AED 155/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 693/day). In fact, February is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a luxury car is 46% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Europe luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Europe, you would pay an average price of AED 235/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Europe (~AED 87/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 607/day). In fact, March is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a convertible is 18% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Ford KaAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Renault ClioAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio

Best Europe car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 13 April 2025.
Ford KaAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Renault ClioAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio
Toyota YarisAED 46/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 116/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 68/day from U-Save, booked on Apr. 6.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Europe?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (AED 56/day), keddy by Europcar (AED 74/day), and Sixt (AED 202/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Europe for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is one of the most popular car hire companies in Europe, offering car hire for around AED 585 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 42%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Europe.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Europe?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Europe for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Europe for a month is AED 2,508. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car rentals in Europe

Find small car rental deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Europe cost an average of AED 69 per day. Price data was last updated on 13 April 2025.
Ford KaAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Ford KaAED 47/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Nissan MicraAED 49/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

Car rentals by fuel type in Europe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 13 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 9+).

Electric

Electric

AED 20+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 24+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 9+

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