Europe

Cheap Car Rentals in Europe from AED 19

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 23/1 and drop-off date of 27/1. 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 31 December 2025.

Most popular company

ESSENCE CAR RENTAL

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

AED 184

Cheapest price per day

AED 19

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 31 December 2025.
Economy

Economy

AED 19+

Compact

Compact

AED 30+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 56+

Standard

Standard

AED 155+

SUV

SUV

AED 80+

Mini

Mini

AED 19+

Premium

Premium

AED 120+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 169+

Compare car rental deals in Europe by type

Here are the best Europe small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Europe medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Europe SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Here are the best Europe luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford KaAED 19/day
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Ford Ka
Mitsubishi Mirage G4AED 19/day
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage G4
Suzuki SwiftAED 22/day
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Suzuki Swift

Best car rental deals found in Europe

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 31 December 2025.
Ford KaAED 19/day
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A/C
Ford Ka
Mitsubishi Mirage G4AED 19/day
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage G4
Fiat 500AED 20/day
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Fiat 500

Cheapflights insights for Europe car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Europe, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Europe?

Book your car hire in Europe 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 124/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 228% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Europe?

Looking to hire a car in Europe? GREEN MOTION had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 11.98/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 17.01/day.

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

At Europe, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just AED 100. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 188 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 Europe, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just AED 100. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 188 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 100

February

AED 109

March

AED 106

April

AED 135

May

AED 137

June

AED 151

July

AED 188

August

AED 185

September

AED 143

October

AED 128

November

AED 116

December

AED 152

What car do most people hire in Europe?

SUV cars (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in Europe. Premium (BMW X3) and Intermediate (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Europe.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Europe?

Sunnycars has 4,822 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Europe at 4,761.

What are the car rental 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 31 December 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Europe, Athens offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 14/day. Other affordable options include Lisbon (AED 14/day), Milan (AED 17/day), and Barcelona (AED 27/day).

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 December 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 196/day when booking a car hire in Europe. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 64/day from CarWiz, booked on Dec. 27.

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

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Europe, offering car hire for around AED 2,145 per week on average.

  • 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 9,191. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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 31 December 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 6+).

Electric

Electric

AED 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 8+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 6+

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