Istanbul car rentals in 2023
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 5 December 2023.
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 5 December 2023.
January
฿595
February
฿630
March
฿630
April
฿840
May
฿875
June
฿1,401
July
฿1,436
August
฿1,401
September
฿945
October
฿735
November
฿630
December
฿595
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Istanbul is January. 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 5 December 2023.
At ฿404/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Istanbul in the past week. Out of 85 car hire agencies operating in Istanbul, there are, in total, 487 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
Economy
฿406+
Compact
฿404+
Intermediate
฿498+
Standard
฿1,530+
Intermediate SUV
฿742+
Compact SUV
฿800+
Economy
฿406+
Compact
฿404+
Intermediate
฿498+
Standard
฿1,530+
Intermediate SUV
฿742+
Compact SUV
฿800+
Economy
฿406+
Compact
฿404+
Intermediate
฿498+
Standard
฿1,530+
Intermediate SUV
฿742+
Compact SUV
฿800+
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 5 December 2023.
Small cars | ฿565 - ฿1,672 | |
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All Car Types | ฿929 - ฿3,468 |
To hire a small car in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿970/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿565/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿1,672/day). In fact, February is about 42% 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, hiring a small car saves you 48% 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, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿1,536/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿757/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿4,147/day). In fact, March is about 51% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 18% 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 hire a large car in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿2,873/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿1,380/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~฿8,181/day). In fact, March is about 52% 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, hiring a large car is 36% 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 SUV in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿1,408/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿1,035/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~฿2,795/day). In fact, March is about 27% 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, hiring a SUV saves you 25% 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 hire a van in Istanbul, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿2,196/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿1,291/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿7,192/day). In fact, December is about 42% 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, hiring a van is 16% 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, Türkiye, you would pay an average price of ฿2,423/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Istanbul, Türkiye (~฿2,188/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~฿13,915/day). In fact, December is about 10% 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, hiring a luxury car is 24% 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.
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 5 December 2023.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Istanbul, including Garenta, Autounion Car Rental and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Istanbul, including Garenta, Autounion Car Rental and Sixt.
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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 ฿901. Data was last updated on 5 December 2023.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Istanbul area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Istanbul, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2023.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Istanbul?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ฿2,689/day when booking a car hire in Istanbul. The absolute best deal a user found was for ฿2,689/day from Windycar, booked on Aug. 27.
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: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (฿617/day), Avec Car Rental (฿643/day), and Eren Rent (฿753/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), Garenta (10.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (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 ฿42.04/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,891 and ฿2,732 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Istanbul for a week from Windycar?
Windycar is one of the top picks in Istanbul. They can have you in a hire car for about ฿18,822 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Istanbul for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 33% on your car hire. For a below average price in Istanbul, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Istanbul?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Istanbul for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Istanbul for a weekend?
฿0 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 January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as ฿0/day.
What car do most people hire in Istanbul?
The most popular car to hire while in Istanbul is the Renault Clio, which is a Economy vehicle.