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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Barcelona 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 21 December 2024.

January

Rp 259,445

February

Rp 324,306

March

Rp 486,460

April

Rp 372,952

May

Rp 421,598

June

Rp 486,460

July

Rp 551,321

August

Rp 567,536

September

Rp 389,168

October

Rp 421,598

November

Rp 308,091

December

Rp 535,106

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Barcelona is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Barcelona

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Barcelona to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 120,155 - Rp 1,646,829

All Car Types

Rp 309,842 - Rp 2,792,863

To hire a small car in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 503,400/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Barcelona, Spain (~Rp 120,155/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,646,829/day). In fact, January is about 77% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a small car saves you 63% 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.

To hire a medium car in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 916,916/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Barcelona, Spain (~Rp 220,042/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 2,357,895/day). In fact, September is about 77% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a medium car saves you 33% 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.

To hire a large car in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,457,345/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Barcelona, Spain (~Rp 1,878,709/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,932,017/day). In fact, March is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a large car is 7% 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 Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 494,637/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Barcelona, Spain (~Rp 296,902/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~Rp 1,878,709/day). In fact, October is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a SUV saves you 64% 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.

To hire a van in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,434,703/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Barcelona, Spain (~Rp 1,484,514/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 4,863,574/day). In fact, January is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a van is 6% 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 Barcelona

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Barcelona known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Barcelona. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Barcelona, including Europcar, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Europcar

8.5
Very Good
6 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.5

Sixt

7.3
Good
11 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Budget

6.9
Okay
18 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Avis

6.3
Okay
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.8
Fair
2 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.1

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.3

Hertz

4.6
Mediocre
24 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

4.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Barcelona, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Barcelona?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Quadis Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Firefly (10.0 rating) and Centauro (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Barcelona.

  • What are petrol prices like in Barcelona?

    The average price of petrol in Barcelona is Rp 26,431.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,189,395 and Rp 1,718,015 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Barcelona for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt offers hire cars in Barcelona for about Rp 17,660,612 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Barcelona 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 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Barcelona, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Barcelona it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Barcelona?

    The most popular car to hire while in Barcelona is the Peugeot 208, which is a Economy vehicle.

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