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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 22 January 2025.

January

HK$132

February

HK$155

March

HK$233

April

HK$179

May

HK$202

June

HK$233

July

HK$264

August

HK$272

September

HK$186

October

HK$202

November

HK$147

December

HK$288

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Barcelona 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 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 22 January 2025.

Small cars

HK$95 - HK$436

All Car Types

HK$95 - HK$601

To hire a small car in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of HK$260/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$436/day). In fact, November is about 64% 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 34% 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 HK$359/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$137/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$852/day). In fact, April is about 62% 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 8% 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 HK$596/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$457/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~HK$1,242/day). In fact, June is about 24% 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 35% 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 HK$358/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$168/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$1,152/day). In fact, September is about 54% 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 9% 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 HK$457/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$363/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,065/day). In fact, May is about 21% 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 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.

To hire a luxury car in Barcelona, Spain, you would pay an average price of HK$412/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Barcelona, Spain (~HK$541/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,291/day). In fact, June is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Barcelona. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Barcelona, hiring a luxury car 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 22 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located 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

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

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

6.8
Okay
18 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.8

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

5.0
Fair
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.4

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

4.5

Hertz

4.6
Mediocre
23 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

4.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Barcelona, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 January 2025.
  • 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 HK$12.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$571 and HK$825 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Record Go you can hire a car in Barcelona from about HK$1,595 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Barcelona it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 43%). 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 Barcelona?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Barcelona?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Barcelona is Full-size (Opel Vivaro) based on our Cheapflights data.

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