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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madrid, Spain 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 22 February 2025.

January

Rp 276,963

February

Rp 276,963

March

Rp 456,174

April

Rp 374,714

May

Rp 407,298

June

Rp 407,298

July

Rp 553,926

August

Rp 586,510

September

Rp 374,714

October

Rp 456,174

November

Rp 374,714

December

Rp 602,802

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 Madrid, Spain

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Madrid, Spain to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

Small cars

Rp 173,346 - Rp 747,246

All Car Types

Rp 173,346 - Rp 2,435,646

To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 334,016/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~Rp 173,346/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 747,246/day). In fact, September is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, hiring a small car saves you 61% 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 Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 601,876/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~Rp 634,815/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 1,812,316/day). In fact, March is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, hiring a medium 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.

To hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of Rp 981,654/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~Rp 201,694/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 2,741,935/day). In fact, November is about 80% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, hiring a SUV is 15% 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 Madrid, Spain

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 22 February 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Madrid, including Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Europcar

9.5
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
9 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.8

Thrifty

7.9
Good
2 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.9

Sixt

7.2
Good
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.1

Budget

7.2
Good
9 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.4

Dollar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.8

Centauro

6.5
Okay
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.2

Hertz

5.2
Fair
16 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 February 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Madrid?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, CLICK RENT (8.8 rating), Europcar (8.8 rating) and Avis (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Madrid.

  • What are petrol prices like in Madrid?

    The average price of petrol in Madrid is Rp 26,555.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 1,195,015 and Rp 1,726,132 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from keddy by Europcar?

    Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. keddy by Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 4,725,970/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Madrid for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Madrid it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 50%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.

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