Car rental in Austria

The cheapest month to rent a car in Austria is July, when the average cost per day is € 30. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is March, when the average cost per day is € 35. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Austria is May.

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Car rental in Austria: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Austria?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Austria, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to rent a car in Austria?

To rent a car with most companies in Austria, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Austria?

Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Austria is Buchbinder. You can rent a car with them for 102 € on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Buchbinder, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to rent a car in Austria?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Austria depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Austria, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I rent a car in Austria?

It’s easy to rent a car in Austria. First, you need to decide where in Austria you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Austria long-term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Austria?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Austria. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.

Is it expensive to rent a car in Austria?

It depends where in Austria you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Vienna. On average, it costs 106 € per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 24 € per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Austria

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Austria is Premium, 4 door .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Austria are Dryyve, Panek, and U-Save. The cheapest company we've found is Zippy7. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rentals to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is one week before. The cheapest prices we've found are € 24 a day and € 12 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Austria you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Austria. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Austria is Vienna. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Vienna.

Rent a car long-term in Austria

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Austria with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.