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Cheap Car Rentals in Istanbul from AED 55

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 Istanbul with a pick-up date of 22/2 and drop-off date of 1/3. 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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Istanbul car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 February 2025.

Most popular company

AVECCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.60

Average price per day

AED 130

Cheapest price per day

AED 55

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Istanbul?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Istanbul and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 February 2025.

January

AED 80

February

AED 73

March

AED 73

April

AED 95

May

AED 88

June

AED 135

July

AED 143

August

AED 135

September

AED 95

October

AED 84

November

AED 80

December

AED 80

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Istanbul is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 February 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Istanbul this past week from 606 hire locations out of 109 hire agencies. Prices for a Istanbul small car hire start from AED 57/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 57+

Compact

Compact

AED 59+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 62+

Mini

Mini

AED 66+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 384+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 78+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 124+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 131+

Compare available car types for rental in Istanbul

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Istanbul to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 February 2025.

Small cars

AED 75 - AED 160

All Car Types

AED 125 - AED 241

To rent a small car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 107/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 160/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a small car saves you 40% 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 Istanbul small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 148/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 94/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 210/day). In fact, March is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a medium car saves you 17% 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 Istanbul medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 300/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 232/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 382/day). In fact, March is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a large car is 41% 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.

To rent a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 175/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 114/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 236/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a SUV saves you 2% 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 Istanbul SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 264/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 189/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 347/day). In fact, October is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a van is 33% 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.

To rent a luxury car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 455/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 307/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 678/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a luxury car is 61% 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 Istanbul luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of AED 128/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Istanbul, Turkey (~AED 74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 479/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Istanbul, renting a convertible saves you 28% 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.

Kia RioAED 55/day
4
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Suzuki SwiftAED 59/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Nissan SunnyAED 60/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny

Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 17 February 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Istanbul, such as Garenta, Europcar and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Garenta

41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

7.1
Good
5 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Sixt

7.0
Good
28 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.1
Okay
2 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Budget

6.1
Okay
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Avec Car Rental

5.6
Fair
3 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.6

Nokta Rent A Car

2.0
Poor
1 review40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Istanbul car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of AED 104. Data was last updated on 17 February 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Istanbul. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Kia RioAED 55/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Suzuki SwiftAED 59/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Nissan SunnyAED 60/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 130/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 83/day from Ok Mobility, booked on Feb. 9.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Istanbul from the following companies over the past two weeks: CarWiz (AED 55/day), 724Rent (AED 59/day), and Eren Rent (AED 66/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Istanbul?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Autounion Car Rental (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Garenta (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Istanbul.

  • What are petrol prices like in Istanbul?

    The average price of petrol in Istanbul is AED 4.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 207 and AED 298 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Istanbul for a week from Avec Car Rental?

    Avec Car Rental is one of the top picks in Istanbul. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 729 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Istanbul it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 32%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Istanbul check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Our recent data shows that Ok Mobility can potentially be 54% below the average car hire price in Istanbul. Check prices and availability for Ok Mobility and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Istanbul is on average AED 3,124 a month or AED 104 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Istanbul car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Istanbul for a weekend?

    AED 261 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Istanbul, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Istanbul, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of March, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 164/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Istanbul?

    Fiat Linea, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Istanbul according to Cheapflights users.

Small car rentals in Istanbul

Find small car rental deals in Istanbul from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Istanbul cost an average of AED 85 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 February 2025.
Ford KaAED 59/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Ford KaAED 60/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Ford KaAED 61/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

Car rentals by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 17 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 16+).

Electric

Electric

AED 30+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 32+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 16+

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