Car hire in Palermo, Italy

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These are the lowest Palermo car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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

Our data shows that February is the cheapest month to rent a car in Palermo. It’s around 52 € per day in February, compared to the yearly average of 63 € per day.
Cheapest month avgFebruary • 52 €
Yearly avg price63 €

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There are 97 car hire providers in Palermo. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Palermo

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Palermo. 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 Palermo: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Palermo, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Palermo if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
City streets are narrow and lively.
Driving in Palermo involves sharp turns, one-way streets and unpredictable traffic flow. Use a sat nav to avoid ZTL (Limited Traffic Zones) and stay calm in the older parts of the city.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
ZTL zones apply — no tolls in town.
Palermo has ZTL areas in the historic centre that restrict unauthorised vehicles. Toll roads are used on motorways outside the city and are paid at booths by cash or card.
Parking your car in Palermo
Parking requires payment and space is limited.
Street parking in Palermo is mostly blue-zoned and paid. It’s often full near the centre, so use a public car park or choose a hotel with parking to avoid the stress.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy — EV charging is limited.
Petrol stations are available in and around the city. EV charging stations in Palermo are growing but still limited — use Enel X or PlugShare to find one near your accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is lively, especially in the centre.
Local driving rules in Palermo are followed, though city traffic can be busy and energetic. Stay alert for scooters and sudden lane changes, and take your time navigating the older, narrower streets.
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The most popular car rental companies in Palermo

ECH
Sicily by Car
Rental4Leisure
Differental
Felirent
Car Motion

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat Panda is the most popular car to hire in Palermo, with prices starting from 9 € per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Palermo.
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda22% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5008% chose this
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo8% chose this
Citroen C3
Citroen C36% chose this
Most popular carFiat Panda
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Palermo's cheapest car hire providers

Rental4Leisure has the cheapest car hire in Palermo right now, with prices from 9 € per day. You'll save an average of 1 € per day when you book with them.
Rental4Leisurefrom 9 € per day
Record gofrom 9 € per day
Differentalfrom 9 € per day
Targetfrom 10 € per day
Cheapest providerRental4Leisure
Book with them to save around1 € per day

Hiring a car in Palermo: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyECH
Most popular carLarge, fullsize SUV
Average daily price285 €
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Palermo

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Palermo 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 Palermo for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Palermo 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 Palermo, 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 Palermo car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Palermo is 285 € per day or 1.114 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 9 € per day for Small hire from Last Minute Rent a Car. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 123 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 9 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 173 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 10 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 245 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 32 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Palermo is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize SUV.
The cheapest car hire companies in Palermo are currently NU Car Rentals and Viaggiare.
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 Palermo is currently November.
On average, around 1.114 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Palermo is 61 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Palermo for a whole month is 3.390 €. 

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 Palermo, 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 Palermo that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Palermo offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Palermo, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Palermo is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Palermo is usually around 213 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Palermo, which is 285 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Palermo is 9 € per day with Last Minute Rent a Car for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Palermo will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Palermo. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
The easiest way to compare car hire prices in Palermo is to look at lots of companies at once, rather than checking each one individually. Skyscanner searches 63 car hire companies and compares prices across 582 available cars, so you don't have to.
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 Palermo.
Yes, you can hire a car in Palermo from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 9 € per day. The average price per day is around 123 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like ECH, Sicily by Car and Rental4Leisure offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Palermo, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
ECH
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 49 €
Sicily by Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 77 €
Rental4Leisure
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 35 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Palermo, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 1.200 € to 5.604 € depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Nissan Qashqai — averages 285 € per day in Palermo. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Palermo right now is 16 € per day with Record go.
Luxury car hire, like the Volkswagen T-Roc, costs an average of 245 € per day in Palermo. The cheapest price we could find is 32 € per day with Rental4Leisure.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Fiat 500X, averages 171 € per day in Palermo. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Palermo is 10 € per day with Record go.
Most people hiring a car in Palermo book it for 7 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 285 €
1 week: 1.114 €
2 weeks: 2.228 €
1 month: 3.390 €
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Palermo let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 9 € per day. The good news is that some companies, like Viaggiare and ECH, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Palermo.
No, it's around 78% more expensive to hire a car at Palermo Airport. The cheapest car hire at Palermo Airport starts from 16 € per day, while options in Palermo start from 9 € per day. Having said that, if you're flying into Palermo Airport, picking up your car when you land is more convenient. Central Palermo is around 23.6km away from Palermo Airport. It'll take you around 23 minutes to get there by car or 1 hour and 44 minutes by public transport. So it's worth weighing up the price difference against the time and cost of travelling into the city.