Travel booking service Skyscanner has analyzed car rental prices across various European cities to determine the cheapest car rentals in Europe. The capital of Malta, Valletta, has emerged as the most affordable city for car rentals, with an average daily rental price of £20.68 (approximately $26.50).
Spain has been recognized as the best country in Europe for daily car rentals, with four of its cities making it into the top ten rankings.
Top 10 European Cities with the Cheapest Car Rentals in 2024
- Valletta, Malta – £20.68 (approximately $26.50)
- Faro, Portugal – £22.82 (approximately $29.30)
- Antalya, Turkey – £23.11 (approximately $29.70)
- Paphos, Cyprus – £24.30 (approximately $31.20)
- Seville, Spain – £25.39 (approximately $32.60)
- Alicante, Spain – £25.41 (approximately $32.65)
- Valencia, Spain – £25.42 (approximately $32.70)
- Larnaca, Cyprus – £25.96 (approximately $33.35)
- Malaga, Spain – £25.98 (approximately $33.40)
- Lisbon, Portugal – £25.99 (approximately $33.40)
Booking Tips for Car Rentals
Experts at Skyscanner recommend booking a car 1-2 weeks before your trip to secure the best rates. For optimal savings, it’s advisable to book seven days in advance when renting a car in Spain, Portugal, or Greece. In contrast, for France, the best deals are typically found by booking 14 days ahead of your travel date.
