Car Rental on Sardinia

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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Downtown Car Rental
Mini
Fiat Panda or similar
Fiat Panda
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Ciarent
$28.72 per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Economy
Volkswagen Up or similar
Volkswagen Up
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Welcome Cars
$41.00 per day
Olbia Airport Car Rental
Mini Elite
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Viaggiare
$43.05 per day
Cagliari Airport Car Rental
Compact
Lancia Ypsilon or similar
Lancia Ypsilon
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
RentSmart24
$44.50 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Economy Elite
Peugeot 208 or similar
Peugeot 208
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Felirent
$47.26 / per day
Cagliari Airport Car Rental
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
Kia Sportage
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
RentalPlus
$53.39 / per day
Cagliari Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
VW Polo or similar
VW Polo
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Moventur
$55.15 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Intermediate Elite Crossover
Volkswagen T-Roc or similar
Volkswagen T-Roc
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Italy Car Rent
$58.05 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 23:37 on 2023-05-29. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Why rent a car on Sardinia?

Sardinia is a great place for renting a car. Having the freedom of your own wheels will let you explore the fun and historic cities like Alghero and Cagliari, visit impressive nature reserves or famous beach areas like Costa Smeralda, and even to venture further than most tourists go by traveling to the island’s rugged and fascinating inland parts.

Sardinia Car Rental

One-way Car Rentals on Sardinia

Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup on Sardinia and drop off in another country:

  • From Sardinia to Italy - 124 offers from $43.97 per day

Top ways to enter Sardinia

  • Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport: A focus location for Air Italy and also served by a number of other airlines, this cozy little airport serves the city of Olbia and the wider Northeast Sardinia region. The airport is just 5 km (3 mi) from Olbia city center.
  • Cagliari Elmas Airport: The busiest airport in Sardinia, located about 7 km (4.3 mi) from Cagliari downtown, serves around 3,5 million passengers every year. 
  • Alghero Airport: Although working year-round, Alghero Airport is especially active during the summer months when it provides a number of domestic connections, as well as flights to and from France, United Kingdom, Germany, and many other European countries.
  • By sea: There a number of daily ferry routes from Sardinia to the Italian Mainland, although there are a lot less options during autumn and winter. It is possible to bring your rental car on a ferry, but ask your car rental provider in advance if they permit it.

Top cities and places to visit

  • Cagliari. Like the rest of Sardinian cities, Cagliari tempts travelers with its world-class beaches, but the island’s capital also has plenty to offer in interesting museums, impressive churches, lovely squares, and hip art galleries.
  • Alghero. Inhabited by Catalans and Spaniards since the 14th century, Alghero is sometimes referred to as Little Barcelona. History buffs love it for its cathedrals and fortresses, while diving enthusiasts never grow tired of exploring the nearby underwater caves and grottoes.
  • Costa Smeralda. It might be busy, but that’s for a good reason - Costa Smeralda is considered by many to be the most beautiful stretch of coast in Italy (and one of the most attractive ones in the whole of Europe). Its is located between Palau and Olbia. Go there to make new friends, visit beachside restaurants, and enjoy the high life.
  • Tharros. Corinthian columns and other remains of this town on the Western Coast of the island tell a lot about the long and interesting history of Sardinia. Its name comes from Greek, but throughout time it was also home to Romans, Phoenicians, and, even before that, to the mysterious Nuragic civilization.
  • Asinara. The small island near the northwestern corner of Sardinia was closed to the wider public for almost a century and then turned into a national park 20 years ago. The long isolation created its most famous inhabitants - a population of albino donkeys. A fortress and a medieval monastery are also very much worth a visit.
  • Sassari. Home to just 130,000 inhabitants, Sardinia’s second city boasts such variety of amazing architecture that would make a much larger European metropolis proud. Walk its labyrinthine streets and spot different styles like baroque, neoclassical, and Catalan gothic.

Most popular rental car

The most popular rental car in Sardinia is the Ford Fiesta, although travelers also love the Renault Clio and the VW Golf Metano.

Driver's license requirements

  • Italy accepts all driver licenses issued in the European Union (EU).
  • You can only use a driver's license issued outside of the EU if you've been in the EU for less than six months. If you’ve been in the EU longer, you’ll need a driver's license issued by an EU country.
  • If your driver's license is printed in a non-Latin alphabet (Cyrillic, Arabic, etc.), you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official translation of your license into English or, preferably, Italian.
  • You must carry your driver license, not its copy, with you at all times.
  • You need to have had your driver license for at least one or two years, depending on the car provider’s requirements.
  • There may be additional requirements depending on the car provider and car category, so make sure to check the terms and conditions before booking.

Crossing Borders

Some rental companies allow their cars to be taken to mainland Italy — most often as a one-way trip with the renter dropping off the car in Rome.

Many wonder if a rental car can be taken to the neighboring French island of Corsica. Very few rental companies allow this — instead, think about dropping off your rental car before taking the ferry and picking up another on Corsica.

Almost no rental companies allow their cars to be taken on the longer ferry journey to Sicily.  

Learn more about cross-border rentals in our FAQ section

Toll roads

There are no motorways on Sardinia and thus no toll roads. 

Most popular types of rental car

The most popular rental car type in Sardinia is an economy, closely followed by mini and intermediate.

Top driving routes

  1. Sassari - Olbia (100 km / 60 mi) This drive takes around 90 minutes, but, should you choose the only slightly longer option through the town of Tempio Pausania, you’d get a chance to buy a bottle of the delicious Vermentino from its original makers, bath in the town’s thermal waters, or climb the nearby Mount Limbara that allows amazing views from its summit. 
  2. Cagliari - Alghero (230 km / 143 mi) The route between the northwest and the southwest of the island (or vice versa) can be traveled in less than three hours, but if you’re not a rush, do use the opportunity to visit the fascinating Barumini Archeological Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’ll be on your way.
  3. Cagliari - Olbia (274 km / 170 mi) Bending through small inland towns, the route between two of the most important Sardinia’s cities can be traversed in just under three hours.

Car Rental Prices

  • Convertibles - from $57 per day
  • Station wagons - from $42 per day
  • Large cars - from $48 per day
  • Medium cars - from $40 per day
  • Vans - from $151 per day
  • Premium cars - from $216 per day
  • Small cars - from $29 per day
  • SUVs - from $51 per day

How can I save money on my rental car?

These are some of the things you can do to get a good rental car deal in Sardinia:

  • Compare rates of different rental car providers
  • Book your rental car well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Sardinia is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 40% cheaper than the yearly average.
This information was written, fact-checked, and/or translated by our content creators. Learn more about our Editorial Policy.

Top 5 Most Popular Cities on Sardinia

Top 3 Most Popular Locations on Sardinia

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car on Sardinia?

The cost of renting a car on Sardinia varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day on Sardinia
$9.70
January
$10.76
February
$10.69
March
$20.87
April
$28.46
May
$81.19
June
$82.18
July
$70.06
August
$40.07
September
$17.27
October
$11.65
November
$13.30
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car on Sardinia is January — when rental costs average $9.70 per day. This is 71% cheaper than the yearly average and 88% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $82.18 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the average rental length on Sardinia?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in July — an average of 8 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in February — an average of 6 days.
Average rental length on Sardinia
7
January
6
February
6
March
6
April
7
May
7
June
8
July
7
August
7
September
7
October
7
November
7
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car on Sardinia?

Based on how many customers search for a car on Sardinia, the most popular month is August, while the least popular is November.
Monthly searches on Sardinia by pick-up date relative to the average
14%
January
16%
February
26%
March
98%
April
157%
May
158%
June
222%
July
252%
August
166%
September
66%
October
11%
November
14%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 15
Airport locations 3
Popular suppliers Viaggiare, Moventur, Noleggiare, Brent, Sicily By Car
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars
Lowest price $29 per day
Cheapest supplier Ciarent

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Viaggiare Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Moventur Renault Clio 4 2 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat Panda 5 2 Small cars
Sicily By Car Opel Karl 4 2 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Moventur Peugeot 108 3 1 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat Panda 4 1 Small cars
Drivalia Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Moventur Fiat Panda 5 1 Small cars
Surprice Hyundai i10 3 1 Small cars

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Romania
Toyota Yaris
April 16, 2023
Visiting the beaches and traveling through Sardinian cities were exactly what we were expected.
Ireland
Opel Corsa
April 14, 2023
My friends and I had a great time visiting Olbia and the Costa Samerlda. The cae was essential in making the most of our time in Sardinia.
Slovenia
Volkswagen T-Roc
March 24, 2023
Business and beautifull nature. I will come back.
Sweden
Nissan Micra
March 10, 2023
Visiting friends, nice beaches, hiking
Poland
Fiat 500
January 27, 2023
Great surfing in Sardinia
Italy
Opel Karl
January 10, 2023
No comment
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
November 10, 2022
Really good feedback from me, also extended rental and cover which was super efficient
Malta
Smart Forfour
October 17, 2022
Was a little disappointed with the food as everywhere we went they servea lot of fish and seafood which unfortunately we do not like
Switzerland
Toyota Yaris
October 15, 2022
We are 3 old ladies and went to Castelsardo Porto Cervo, la Maddalena and Olbia! It was just great. Thanks and kind regards
Slovenia
Fiat Panda
October 14, 2022
Southern part of Sardegna is just perfect.
Canada
Fiat Panda
October 11, 2022
Car was ideal for the two people on the island. Not too expensive to fill up and drove smoothly.
United States of America (USA)
Lancia Ypsilon
September 21, 2022
definintely need a car to explore the beautiful beaches of Sardinia. There is not much nightlife however, so it was a bit of a boring trip for us.
Canada
Toyota Yaris
September 16, 2022
Erica was very polite and took good care of us!
Netherlands
Fiat Panda
September 11, 2022
very good service of the agent.. she definitely is worth a 10!
Slovakia
VW Up
August 29, 2022
Alghero was great, people, food, sea, forcast. Top
Poland
Opel Corsa
August 17, 2022
Activites, relax, heritage of Sardegna and many others...
Canada
VW Golf
July 27, 2022
Amazing to reach beautiful beaches from Cagliari!
Ireland
Volkswagen Up
July 22, 2022
Lovely destination, with plenty of choice of beaches and restaurants.
Canada
VW Up
June 2, 2022
We travelled around the island. Absolutely everything was beautiful. Beaches, centro in nice towns. great weather.
Hungary
Renault Captur
May 11, 2022
Simple the best
Finland
MINI Clubman *guaranteed model*
May 4, 2022
Sardinia is beautiful, cool cagliari and peaceful Sant Antioco. Lovely people, easy traveling.
Hungary
Fiat 500
April 19, 2022
East cost of Sardinia is a must to see place.
Belgium
Fiat Panda
January 9, 2022
Sardinia is a Great place to visit. Plenty of things to do. But parking in city is definitely a problem and most hard to find.
Malta
Fiat Panda
November 3, 2021
Sardegna has a lot to offer with wonderful beaches and beautiful mountains and country side. It's easy to get around especially if you rent a car.
Greece
Opel Vivaro
October 8, 2021
Breathtaking places, but very narrow roads and aggressive drivers...
Hungary
Fiat Panda
October 6, 2021
Absulutely nice guys, quick and helpful. Car was ok, the only exception was the cleanse of front window inside.
Portugal
Toyota Aygo
August 30, 2021
Very nice island, beautiful beaches and nice landscapes.
Italy
Fiat 500 2 doors
July 19, 2021
Visiting Cagliari definitely a car is needed. Moving from east to west is easy and highly advice! The conditions of the road and perfect and the nature is amazing!
United Kingdom
Fiat 500X
August 13, 2020
Beautiful coastline, stunning views on the coastal roads. Motorways are in excellent condition and well signposted - much better than say Sicily. Driving was easy but you will need navigation on a phone or car GPS. You definitely need a car to get around the island.
Portugal
Fiat 500
September 12, 2019
It was easy to rent a car in Olbia and to drive around in the island. I would recommend taking dated pictures of the car before you drive away with it, especially of any damage both identified and not identified in the car rental documentation.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Locauto
9.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
Interrent
6.9 / 10
Total number of reviews
425
Total rental companies
40
Lowest daily price
$23.98
Total cars available
1451

Top 40 Suppliers on Sardinia in 2023

Locauto
Locauto
Exceptional 9.5 / 601 reviews
4 locations
$60 - $530
Alamo
Alamo
Exceptional 9.3 / 334 reviews
3 locations
$67 - $261
Vettura
Vettura
Exceptional 9.3 / 107 reviews
1 location
$126 - $126
RentSmart24
RentSmart24
Exceptional 9.2 / 174 reviews
2 locations
$44 - $81
Ecovia
Ecovia
Exceptional 9.1 / 470 reviews
3 locations
$58 - $214
Keddy
Keddy
Exceptional 9.1 / 77 reviews
9 locations
$54 - $98
RentalPlus
RentalPlus
Exceptional 9.1 / 115 reviews
2 locations
$53 - $632
Budget
Budget
Exceptional 9 / 45 reviews
3 locations
$87 - $123
KeynGo
KeynGo
Exceptional 9 / 11 reviews
2 locations
$64 - $87
Maggiore
Maggiore
Exceptional 9 / 750 reviews
7 locations
$75 - $114
Enterprise
Enterprise
Excellent 8.9 / 29 reviews
3 locations
$71 - $261
Felirent
Felirent
Excellent 8.9 / 402 reviews
3 locations
$43 - $445
Europcar
Europcar
Excellent 8.8 / 29 reviews
10 locations
$69 - $138
Sicily By Car
Sicily By Car
Excellent 8.8 / 1392 reviews
3 locations
$73 - $169
Centauro
Centauro
Excellent 8.8 / 263 reviews
2 locations
$57 - $150
SIXT
SIXT
Excellent 8.8 / 93 reviews
3 locations
$138 - $492
Moventur
Moventur
Excellent 8.8 / 773 reviews
3 locations
$42 - $221
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Excellent 8.7 / 62 reviews
3 locations
$52 - $468
Noleggiare
Noleggiare
Excellent 8.7 / 1245 reviews
3 locations
$100 - $607
Italy Car Rent
Italy Car Rent
Excellent 8.7 / 190 reviews
3 locations
$46 - $345
Drivalia
Drivalia
Excellent 8.7 / 494 reviews
4 locations
$100 - $526
Avis
Avis
Excellent 8.6 / 14 reviews
8 locations
$66 - $128
Viaggiare
Viaggiare
Excellent 8.6 / 2033 reviews
3 locations
$43 - $132
ABBYCAR
ABBYCAR
Excellent 8.6 / 81 reviews
1 location
Target Rent
Target Rent
Excellent 8.5 / 379 reviews
3 locations
$54 - $296
National
National
Excellent 8.5 / 2 reviews
3 locations
$74 - $261
Brent
Brent
Excellent 8.5 / 1565 reviews
3 locations
$44 - $135
Thrifty
Thrifty
Excellent 8.5 / 6 reviews
3 locations
$79 - $118
Autovia
Autovia
Excellent 8.4 / 53 reviews
3 locations
$61 - $218
Noleggiare S.r.L
Noleggiare S.r.L
Excellent 8.4
3 locations
Ciarent
Ciarent
Excellent 8.4
1 location
$29 - $402
Karym Rent
Karym Rent
Excellent 8.4
1 location
$149 - $2297
Welcome Cars
Welcome Cars
Excellent 8.3 / 1104 reviews
5 locations
$39 - $77
Optimo Rent
Optimo Rent
Excellent 8.2 / 98 reviews
3 locations
$44 - $167
Hertz
Hertz
Excellent 8.2 / 29 reviews
6 locations
$46 - $201
Dollar
Dollar
Excellent 8.2 / 40 reviews
3 locations
$77 - $475
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Very good 7.7 / 212 reviews
3 locations
Surprice
Surprice
Very good 7.4 / 579 reviews
2 locations
$151 - $159
Goldcar
Goldcar
Very good 7 / 294 reviews
2 locations
$47 - $73
Interrent
Interrent
Good 6.9 / 84 reviews
3 locations
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