Car hire in Milan, Italy

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Milan?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Milan. It’s around 372 kr. per day in October, compared to the yearly average of 426 kr. per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • 372 kr.
Yearly avg price426 kr.

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There are 298 car hire providers in Milan. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Milan

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Milan. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Milan: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a valid licence and a passport.
To rent a car in Milan, bring your licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP Milan) is strongly recommended if your licence isn’t in Italian or English
Navigating city driving
Central Milan has many restricted zones.
Driving in Milan means navigating narrow streets, ZTL (Limited Traffic Zones), and busy roundabouts. Use navigation apps to avoid restricted areas and peak-hour congestion.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Expect toll roads and low-emission rules.
Toll roads in Milan are common outside the city and use ticket or electronic systems. The Area C zone charges non-exempt vehicles to enter central Milan on weekdays. Pay online or via local apps.
Parking your car in Milan
Parking in Milan can be pricey and restricted.
Street parking in central areas is limited and colour-coded (blue = paid, yellow = residents). Multi-storey car parks and hotel parking are easier options.
Finding fuel or charging points
Petrol is easy to find — EV charging needs planning.
Fuel stations are common across Milan. EV charging stations in Milan are growing but still scattered. Use apps like Enel X or PlugShare to locate them.
Local driving style and tips
Roads in Milan can feel fast and busy.
Expect quick lane changes, roundabouts, and regular use of the horn in central areas. Stay alert in traffic, follow signs carefully, and give yourself extra time to navigate unfamiliar streets.
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The most popular car rental companies in Milan

What's the most popular car to hire in Milan?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat Panda is the most popular car to hire in Milan, with prices starting from 39 kr. per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Milan.
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda11% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5007% chose this
Peugeot 208
Peugeot 2086% chose this
Citroen C3
Citroen C36% chose this
Most popular carFiat Panda
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Milan's cheapest car hire providers

U-Save has the cheapest car hire in Milan right now, with prices from 39 kr. per day. You'll save an average of 27 kr. per day when you book with them.
U-Savefrom 39 kr. per day
Centaurofrom 44 kr. per day
Sixtfrom 70 kr. per day
Wheegofrom 83 kr. per day
Cheapest providerU-Save
Book with them to save around27 kr. per day

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Hiring a car in Milan: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyGaldieri Rent
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Average daily price723 kr.
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Milan

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Milan car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Milan that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Milan for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Milan avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Milan, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Milan car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Milan will set you back around 723 kr. per day or 2.632 kr. per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Milan is an intermediate crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Compact, 4-5 doors.

The cheapest car hire companies in Milan are currently Centauro and addCar.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Milan is currently November.

On average, around 2.632 kr.. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Milan is 267 kr..

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Milan for a whole month is 13.647 kr.. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Milan, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Milan that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Milan.

Most places – Milan included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 45 kr. per day. The average price per day is around 591 kr..

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Galdieri Rent, Wheego and RentSmart24 offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Europcar as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Milan.