Cheapflights insights for Barcelona car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Barcelona, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Barcelona?
To get the best deal on car hire in Barcelona, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 89, which is about 232% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Barcelona?
Centauro is currently the cheapest car hire company in Barcelona with deals as low as RM 62.28/day found in the past two weeks. Sixt is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 174.85/day.
What is the best car rental company in Barcelona?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Barcelona is Europcar (rated 8.6/10 with 7 reviews). Sixt (rated 7.3/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Barcelona?
At Barcelona, the best time to rent a car is at March, with an average daily rate of just RM 72. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 160 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Barcelona, the best time to rent a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just RM 72. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging RM 160 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
RM 80
February
RM 84
March
RM 72
April
RM 139
May
RM 110
June
RM 122
July
RM 139
August
RM 144
September
RM 101
October
RM 110
November
RM 80
December
RM 160
What car do most people hire in Barcelona?
Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Barcelona. Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Barcelona?
Free2Move has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Barcelona at 12.
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 13 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Barcelona, including Europcar, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Barcelona. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Barcelona, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Barcelona for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Barcelona, offering car hire for around RM 2,776 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Barcelona?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Barcelona.