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Cheap Car Hire in Istanbul from R484

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 18/7 and drop-off date of 1/8. 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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Istanbul car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Istanbul. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of petrol per litre

R21,26

Average price per day

R460

Cheapest price per day

R484

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 11 June 2025.

January

R389

February

R389

March

R442

April

R478

May

R513

June

R690

July

R673

August

R655

September

R460

October

R425

November

R389

December

R389

Popular car types in Istanbul

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Istanbul and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

There are 112 hire agencies servicing Istanbul. These agencies, altogether, have 621 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Istanbul with prices from R484 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Istanbul:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Premium

Premium

R1 112+

Luxury

Luxury

R3 087+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Istanbul

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 11 June 2025.

Small cars

R390 - R782

All Car Types

R402 - R1 231

To hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R561/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R390/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R782/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a small car saves you 29% 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 hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R830/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R331/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R1 175/day). In fact, March is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a medium car is 5% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R1 146/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R837/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 765/day). In fact, January is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a large car is 32% 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R820/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Istanbul, Turkey (~R448/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 243/day). In fact, March is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a SUV is 4% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R1 023/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Istanbul, Turkey (~R329/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R2 394/day). In fact, February is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a van is 23% 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 hire a luxury car in Istanbul, Turkey, you would pay an average price of R1 194/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Istanbul, Turkey (~R1 187/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 847/day). In fact, December is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Istanbul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Istanbul, renting a luxury car is 34% 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:

Toyota YarisR484/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan AlmeraR528/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R634/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Top rental agencies in Istanbul

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Istanbul known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Istanbul. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Istanbul, including Garenta, Europcar and Avis.

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

7,7
Good
4 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,5

Sixt

7,0
Good
28 reviews13 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 review43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Best car hire deals found in Istanbul

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Istanbul. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Istanbul with an average daily rate of R979. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Istanbul area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota YarisR484/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan AlmeraR528/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i20R634/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R460/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for R425/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Autounion Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in Istanbul, offering car hire for around R3 295 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Istanbul for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 15% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Istanbul can cost you on average R14 120 a month or R471 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Istanbul is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Istanbul. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Istanbul for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Istanbul

Browse car hires by fuel type in Istanbul. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Istanbul. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Istanbul. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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