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Salzburg, Austria car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Salzburg, Austria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

Most popular company

USAVE

Price of petrol per litre

HK$12.83

Average price per day

HK$582

Cheapest price per day

HK$462

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Salzburg, Austria 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 March 2025.

January

HK$481

February

HK$443

March

HK$435

April

HK$474

May

HK$497

June

HK$645

July

HK$715

August

HK$645

September

HK$520

October

HK$497

November

HK$411

December

HK$652

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Salzburg is November. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Salzburg, Austria

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Salzburg, Austria 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 March 2025.

Small cars

HK$626 - HK$1,011

All Car Types

HK$605 - HK$1,432

To hire a small car in Salzburg, Austria, you would pay an average price of HK$785/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Salzburg, Austria (~HK$626/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,011/day). In fact, November is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Salzburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salzburg, hiring a small car 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 medium car in Salzburg, Austria, you would pay an average price of HK$555/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Salzburg, Austria (~HK$435/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,788/day). In fact, September is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Salzburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salzburg, hiring a medium car saves you 36% 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 Salzburg, Austria, you would pay an average price of HK$628/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Salzburg, Austria (~HK$404/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,634/day). In fact, April is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Salzburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salzburg, hiring a SUV saves you 27% 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.

Top rental agencies in Salzburg, Austria

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Salzburg, Austria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Salzburg, Austria. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Salzburg, including MEGADRIVE , Europcar and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

MEGADRIVE

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Hertz

8.7
Very Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

Avis

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Sixt

7.5
Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

6.7

Budget

7.2
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.2

Sunnycars

4 locations

BUCHBINDER

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Salzburg, Austria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Salzburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$582/day when booking a car hire in Salzburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$462/day from U-Save, booked on Mar. 16.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Salzburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, MEGADRIVE (10.0 rating), Europcar (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Salzburg.

  • What are petrol prices like in Salzburg?

    The average price of petrol in Salzburg is HK$12.83/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$577 and HK$834 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Salzburg for a week from U-Save?

    U-Save is one of the most popular car hire companies in Salzburg, offering car hire for around HK$4,072 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Salzburg it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 45%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 51 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 Salzburg?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Salzburg.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Salzburg for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Salzburg can be found for HK$17,451. You can find car rental deals for HK$582 a day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Salzburg?

    The most popular car to hire while in Salzburg is the Peugeot 5008, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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