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Austria car rentals

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Cheap car hire in Austria

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Opel Corsa car
Opel Corsa
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$34/day
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Opel Astra car
Opel Astra
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
$91/day
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Skoda Octavia car
Skoda Octavia
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$167/day
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Fiat Panda car
Fiat Panda
or similar SMALL
2
2
2/4
M
$126/day
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Ford Focus Wagon car
Ford Focus Wagon
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
$84/day
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Nissan Juke car
Nissan Juke
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$108/day
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Suzuki Vitara car
Suzuki Vitara
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$113/day
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Skoda Octavia Combi car
Skoda Octavia Combi
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$171/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in Austria

  • If you rent a car in Austria, you can drive across international boundaries, but you are not allowed to drive a rental car into Eastern Europe. You can hop across the border into Germany, and while most rental car agencies will charge you for doing so, there are a few that do not charge extra.
  • Parking areas in Austria are called Blue Zones and are designated by marked blue lines on the road. Each of these Blue Zones has a three-hour parking limit, and you must purchase a parking disc and display it while you are away. These discs are available at convenience stores, banks or from the electronic machine that dispenses discs (if there is a machine in the area).
  • In Austria, "one-way car rental" is permitted, which means that you do not have to return the rental car to the place where you picked it up. But there may be restrictions on the certain types of vehicles that are allowed (e.g., luxury cars); so, if you intend to use this option, be sure to check with your rental agency before making any selections.
  • Many picturesque sights in Austria, such as the Krimml Waterfalls and the Hohensalzburg Castle, are found high in the mountains. For this reason, it’s not a bad idea to rent an SUV if these attractions are on your itinerary, especially when traveling during the winter months, when snow and ice can impact the journey. The law also requires snow chains on at least two tires during the cold season.
  • Book your rental car in Austria at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Austria are around 20% cheaper than airport locations on average
  • Economy rental cars in Austria are around 70% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Austria

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Austria?

    On average a car hire in Austria costs $200 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Austria?

    Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Austria.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Austria?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at GREEN MOTION ($34/day), U-Save ($91/day) and Zippy7 ($112/day).

  • What is the best car hire company in Austria?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Austria is Sixt (7.2, 96 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in Austria?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Austria?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Austria are Vienna (86% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Austria) and Salzburg (14%).

  • What is driving like in Austria?

    Just like in the United States, drivers in Austria use the right side of the road. Petrol stations are usually open from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm, but many of the ones around cities and urban centers are open 24h a day. If you wish to drive your rental car on the autobahn or on motorways, you will first need to purchase a toll sticker, which you can find at any petrol station.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Austria?

    The minimum age to rent a car in Austria is 19, and you need to have held your license for at least 12 months. However, if you are under 25 years of age, there will likely be a young drivers fee applied to your rental cost. You will also need an International Driver’s Permit in addition to a valid driver’s license and credit card.

  • How much does petrol cost in Austria?

    Travelers to Austria intent on renting a car should know that the average price of petrol there is about 1.25 € (approximately $1.41) per liter or about about $5.40 per gallon. For those who rent a diesel car to get around Austria, you will have to pay approximately 1.25 € (about $1.41) per liter or about $5.36 per gallon.

  • What are the speed limits in Austria?

    Anyone who decides to rent a car in Austria should know that the speed limit for driving within cities and other urban areas is 50 km/h (about 31 mph), and on highways you can go as fast as 100 km/h (62 mph). However, on the country’s motorways, speeds up to 130 km/h or 81 mph are allowed.

Car rental directory

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Austria

    34 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Austria

    33 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Austria

    33 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Austria

    32 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Austria

    23 Locations

  • megadrive

    MEGADRIVE car hire locations in Austria

    22 Locations

  • buchbinder

    BUCHBINDER car hire locations in Austria

    21 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car hire locations in Austria

    20 Locations

  • global

    Global Rent A Car car hire locations in Austria

    19 Locations

  • maggiore

    MAGGIORE car hire locations in Austria

    19 Locations

  • interrent

    INTERRENT car hire locations in Austria

    18 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Austria

    17 Locations

Good to know

Most popular car type

Economy

When to book a rental car in Austria

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Car hire locations in Austria

Everything you need to know for your car rental in Austria

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.

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