Istanbul

Cheap Car Rentals in Istanbul from AED 74

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 10/11 and drop-off date of 30/11. 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 15 October 2025.

Most popular company

AVECCARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.71

Average price per day

AED 144

Cheapest price per day

AED 74

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 15 October 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Istanbul this past week from 640 hire locations out of 115 hire agencies. Prices for a Istanbul small car hire start from AED 74/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

AED 79+

Compact

Compact

AED 74+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 119+

Standard

Standard

AED 113+

SUV

SUV

AED 132+

Premium

Premium

AED 166+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 170+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 326+

Compare car rental deals in Istanbul by type

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volkswagen GolfAED 74/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Chevrolet Sonic SedanAED 76/day
4
M
A/C
Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
Volkswagen GolfAED 78/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Best car rental deals found in Istanbul

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 128. Data was last updated on 15 October 2025.
Volkswagen GolfAED 74/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Chevrolet Sonic SedanAED 76/day
4
M
A/C
Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
Volkswagen GolfAED 78/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Cheapflights insights for Istanbul car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in Istanbul 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 106/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 254% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Istanbul?

Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Istanbul with deals as low as AED 71.91/day found in the past two weeks. CIRCULAR is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 73.74/day.

What is the best car rental company in Istanbul?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Istanbul is Garenta (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Istanbul? January is the cheapest month, costing about AED 81 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 173. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 81

February

AED 81

March

AED 92

April

AED 99

May

AED 107

June

AED 140

July

AED 162

August

AED 173

September

AED 125

October

AED 95

November

AED 81

December

AED 84

What car do most people hire in Istanbul?

Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Istanbul. Passenger van cars (Ford Transit or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Istanbul?

Nokta Rent A Car has 45 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Garenta has the second-highest number of locations in Istanbul at 39.

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 15 October 2025.

Garenta

39 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 review11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

GREEN MOTION

7.3
Good
2 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

7.3

Avis

7.1
Good
5 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Sixt

6.9
Okay
28 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.7
Fair
2 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Avec Car Rental

5.6
Fair
1 review10 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 review45 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 October 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 144/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 102/day from 724Rent, booked on Oct. 12.

  • 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 1,208 per week on average.

  • 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 724Rent can potentially be 60% below the average car hire price in Istanbul. Check prices and availability for 724Rent and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Istanbul is on average AED 5,177 a month or AED 173 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 93 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 November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 136/day.

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 15 October 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 20+).

Electric

Electric

AED 34+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 45+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 20+

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