Car Rental in Alghero

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Alghero, Sardinia
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Mini
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Welcome Cars
$12.09 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Economy
Ford Fiesta or similar
Ford Fiesta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Brent
$14.45 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Mini Elite
Fiat Panda or similar
Fiat Panda
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Italy Car Rent
$16.10 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite SUV
Opel Crossland or similar
Opel Crossland
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
RentSmart24
$20.45 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Compact
Opel Mokka or similar
Opel Mokka
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Thrifty
$33.27 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Intermediate SUV
Peugeot 3008 or similar
Peugeot 3008
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$39.95 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Special Crossover
Opel Mokka or similar
Opel Mokka
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Noleggiare
$40.74 / per day
Alghero Fertilia Airport Car Rental
Standard
Jeep Compass or similar
Jeep Compass
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Drivalia
$57.44 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:24 on 2023-09-26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Why rent a car in Alghero?

Alghero is a fun place to explore. If traveling with your own car, you’ll be able to see the many historic sites in its city center, as well as easily access the many nearby beaches and natural areas. You can even travel to other famous parts of Sardinia, such as Cagliari in the south or Costa Smeralda in the northeast of the island.

One-Way Car Rentals in Alghero

The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Alghero and drop off in another city include:

  • From Alghero to Cagliari - 54 offers from $24.31 per day
  • From Alghero to Olbia - 66 offers from $24.31 per day

Top ways to enter Alghero

  • Alghero Airport: Also known as Alghero-Fertilia Airport (and sometimes Alghero-Riviera del Corallo Airport), it is served by around 20 different airlines, including low-cost carriers like Ryanair, Wizz Air, and easy Jet. There are frequent flights to and from mainland Italy and different parts of Europe. Alghero Airport is located northwest of the city center.
  • Olbia Airport: Another Sardinian airport that’s especially active during the summer months, Olbia Airport serves more than 2 million travelers every year. Located 135km (84 miles) east of Alghero, it is possible to drive between the two cities in about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
  • Cagliari Airport: By far the busiest airport in Sardinia, Cagliari-Elmas hosts many year-round flights by Ryanair, as well as a number of other airlines. Located on the southern coast of the island, Cagliari is 247km (153 miles), or about a 2 hour and 40 minute drive, from Alghero.

City facts

  • Located on the Mediterranean coast, Alghero enjoys short, mild winters and warm (but rarely hot) summers. The average temperature is 10°C  (50°F) in January and February and 24°C  (75°F) in August. Summers see less rain than winters, but July is the only month when precipitation is really low.
  • Formerly part of the Crown of Aragon, Alghero is one of the very few places in Italy that is officially bilingual as Catalan is an official language alongside Italian. Around every fourth inhabitant of Alghero is a native Catalan speaker. English is widely (although not universally) spoken by people working in the service industry; many also speak French.

 

Top destinations and activities

  • Chiesa San Michele. Famous for its impressive tiled dome, Alghero’s best-known church was first built in the XVI century. Since then, it has been renovated quite a few times, always remaining a fine example of baroque architecture and one of the main symbols of the city. 
  • The Coral Museum. For centuries, the coral trade was one of the most important industries of Alghero. Locals would gather them, create unique red coral jewelry and sell it to tradesmen who would spread it throughout Italy and the Mediterranean. This unique museum shows the techniques of coral harvesting, different styles of the local craftsmen, and the historical importance of corals for the local community.
  • Nuraghe Palmavera. Mainland Italy is home to impressive ancient history, but the Nuragic civilization of Sardinia predates even the Romans and Etruscans. Little is known about these mysterious people, and most of our present-day knowledge comes from nuraghes, the impressive megalithic structures that they built. Palmavera, a nuraghe of several towers that is located near Alghero, was built during the Bronze and Iron Ages and is one of the most impressive examples of those long-gone times. 

Traffic and parking

  • The speed limit in cities is 50km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30km/h. 
  • Main highways are limited to 130km/h, non-major highways to 110 m/h, and local roads to 90km/h. When it is raining, the limits are respectively lowered to 110km/h on the main highways and 90km/h on non-major highways. The general speed limit is lowered to 50km/h during periods with heavy fog or other cases of poor visibility.
  • The best way to see much of the island from a local’s point of view is to leave the main highways and explore the smaller strade provinciali, or regional roads. Many hidden, but awesome, beaches and farm-stays are only accessible by them.
  • Watch out for blue notes - they indicate pay-and-display parking spots. The areas with white lines are for free parking and the yellow lines indicate areas only accessible to drivers with special passes.
  • The car’s registration and insurance documents must be in it at all times.
  • If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
  • The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers. Being over the allowed limit can result in hefty fines and even imprisonment. 
  • As of December 2020, the single emergency number 112 is not yet active in Sardinia (although the region has plans to activate it soon). In case of emergency, the numbers to contact are 118 for medical assistance, 112 for the Carabinieri, 113 for the Police, and 115 for the Fire Brigade.

Toll roads

There are no toll roads in Sardinia - all highways and regional roads can be accessed free of charge. However, there are restricted traffic areas (Le zone a traffico limitato or ZTL), like some city centers, where you are not allowed to drive. These areas can sometimes be poorly marked and you might enter them by accident, so it’s better to look them up in advance on the official European Urban Access Regulations website

There are numerous toll roads in Mainland Italy. The exact fee depends on the route of your choice and the type of vehicle. See the official Italian toll road website for more information. Use the website’s toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.

Ideas for day trips

  • Capo Caccia Lighthouse. Known as Faro di Capo Caccia in Italian, this lighthouse is located at the very tip of the cape of the same name. Built during the 19th century, it still fulfills its main function to this day. The picturesque cliffs that surround the lighthouse are perfect for climbing and bouldering. Capo Caccia is located about 25km (15.5 miles) from Alghero.
  • The coastal road between Alghero and Bosa. A portion of a motorway rather than a single destination, this coastal road is one of the most scenic rides in all of Italy. The road is just 45km (28 miles) long, so it’s best to drive slowly and take in the panoramic views of the nearby sea, the pristine nature, and the impressive mountains. At the end of the road is Bosa, a pretty medieval town that’s less touristy than some of the other settlements in northwest Sardinia.
  • Porto Conte Regional National Park. Founded only 20 years ago, the Porto Conte covers the Calich lagoon, as well as large territory of coastal area, cliffs, and hinterland. An area of unique natural beauty, it is also home to various unique plants and wild animals, and is a perfect place for long relaxing walks. Maristella Porto Conte, a village on the edge of the park, is just a 20-minute drive northwest of Alghero.
  • Beaches. The number one reason why people visit Northwestern Sardinia is the region’s beautiful coastline and, indeed, there is plenty of it to choose from. Generally speaking, the beaches of the so-called Coral Riviera that also includes Alghero are more popular and busy while traveling further south will lead you to a relatively less explored territory. If you’re up for an adventure, drive down to the idyllic San Giovanni and the rest of the Sinis peninsula, a trip that takes about two hours each way.

Most popular cars

The most popular rental car type in Alghero is the mini, followed by the compact class. The most popular rental car is the Fiat 500; many travelers also choose the Ford Fiesta and the VW Golf.

Further destinations

  • Cagliari. The largest (and according to some, the only) city of Sardinia, the island’s capital varies from being a 24/7 party spot during summers to a tranquil, historic place in winters. Regardless of when you’re visiting, do not miss out on its beautiful churches, impressive towers and the volcanic islands nearby. Cagliari is about 2 hours and 40 minutes south of Alghero if going by car.
  • Olbia. Out of all the stunning beaches of Sardinia, Costa Smeralda is probably the most famous one. Stretching for about 20 km (12 mi) near the town of Olbia, it can get quite crowded during summer, but it’s not possible to argue against its natural beauty, great beach restaurants, or opportunities for doing water sports. Cozy Olbia itself is also worth a visit, and history buffs will simply love its Roman ruins and Carthaginian walls. The town is 140km (87 miles) east of Alghero, a distance that can be driven in less than two hours.
  • Sicily. It’s rare when a place is soaked in ancient history, has dramatic pristine landscapes, and is simply a lot of fun, but Sicily ticks all three boxes with ease. Considered Italy’s wildest region by some, but only because the parties in Palermo and Catania don’t stop all night, it’s a place that will leave nobody disappointed. It’s possible to take a ferry from Sardinia to Sicily, with service especially active during the summer months, but first, make sure your rental car provider permits taking a vehicle on a boat.
  • Asinara National Park. One of the most interesting destinations in Sardinia, the remote Asinara used to be called the ‘Devil’s island’ thanks to its long history as a high-security prison. Turned into a national park about 20 years ago, the area is famous nowadays for its population of wild albino donkeys and, naturally, for its many stunning beaches. The island is about two hours north of Alghero and you’ll need to do the last stretch with a ferry (it’s either a very short trip from the village of Stintino or a slightly longer one from the town of Porto Torres). You cannot bring a rental car on the boat, but it’s possible to park it near one of the ports and pick it up upon return. Booking ferry tickets in advance is a good idea.

Car Rental Prices in Alghero

  • Convertibles - from $22 per day
  • Station wagons - from $33 per day
  • Large cars - from $21 per day
  • Medium cars - from $17 per day
  • Vans - from $100 per day
  • Premium cars - from $66 per day
  • Small cars - from $12 per day
  • SUVs - from $20 per day

Money-saving tips

There are different things you can do to get a good car rental deal in Alghero:

  • Compare the 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 during the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Alghero is the cheapest in December when renting a car is about 75% cheaper than the yearly average and 87% cheaper than renting a car in April.
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Top 4 Cities near Alghero

  1. Olbia Car Rentals from $8.95 per day
    107.5 km / 66.8 miles away
  2. 110.4 km / 68.6 miles away
  3. Cagliari Car Rentals from $9.06 per day
    166.7 km / 103.6 miles away
  4. 190.7 km / 118.5 miles away

Top 3 Locations near Alghero

  1. Olbia Airport Car Rentals from $8.95 per day
    107.5 km / 66.8 miles away
  2. 166.7 km / 103.6 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Alghero?

Car rental prices in Alghero vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Alghero
$9.77
January
$10.46
February
$11.62
March
$20.06
April
$24.46
May
$45.50
June
$49.09
July
$48.59
August
$32.47
September
$18.90
October
$15.72
November
$17.80
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Alghero is January (when prices average $9.77 per day). This is 61% cheaper than the yearly average and 80% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $49.09).

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 usual rental length in Alghero?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 7 days, and in February, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Alghero
7
January
6
February
6
March
6
April
6
May
7
June
7
July
7
August
7
September
6
October
6
November
7
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Alghero?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Alghero is August, and the least popular is November.
Monthly searches in Alghero by pick-up date relative to the average
13%
January
12%
February
28%
March
81%
April
115%
May
192%
June
230%
July
243%
August
200%
September
61%
October
11%
November
12%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 2
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers Viaggiare, Welcome Cars, Italy Car Rent, Felirent, Noleggiare
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars
Lowest price $12 per day
Cheapest supplier Welcome Cars

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Welcome Cars Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Felirent Fiat Panda 4 2 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat Panda 4 1 Small cars
Drivalia Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Brent Toyota Aygo 5 2 Small cars
Sicily By Car Opel Karl 4 2 Small cars
Locauto Fiat Panda 3 2 Small cars
Ecovia Fiat Panda 4 1 Small cars
Felirent Fiat 500 2 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.

Slovakia
Fiat Panda
August 10, 2023
The beach La Pelosa is great! And the boat trip around La Madalena and other islands was very nice and interesting.
Hungary
Fiat Panda
July 28, 2023
Sardinia…it is always worth…
France
Volkswagen T-Cross
July 11, 2023
Roads are a disaster.
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
July 6, 2023
I drove to Capo Caccia and Bosa for day trips during my stay. Absolutely stunning views!
United States of America (USA)
Fiat Panda
July 6, 2023
Visited several lovely old towns - particularly enjoyed Bosa (the old-world charm of Alghero with a fraction of the tourists). The Nuraghe Santu Antine was also really interesting.
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
July 2, 2023
Food the beach's Alghero town CastelSardo people are very friendly actually everywhere you go I definitely will come back again
Italy
Fiat Panda
June 16, 2023
I have been in Sardinia, it needs no explanation: one of the most beautiful seas in Europe for sure
Romania
Fiat 500 Cabrio
May 28, 2023
We rented a FIAT 500 convertible, nice little car, small engine, perfect for Sardegna.
Belgium
Peugeot 208
May 23, 2023
The weather was not good - rain all the time. But that’s just bad luck. Food was amazing, wine too. If you don’t like crowds, May is a good month but even then some of the most known beaches were full of people (on a cloudy day).
Czech Republic
Volkswagen T-Roc
May 19, 2023
Sardinia is a tremendous place. The Sardinians are a friendly and hospitable people. The food and drink are good, as everywhere in Italy.
Ireland
Citroen C3 Aircross
April 26, 2023
Very unspoilt country, beautiful beaches. Gola di Gorropu was a great days hiking. Orosei town was very nice
Slovakia
Volkswagen T-Roc
April 24, 2023
We saw amazing places in Sardinia, Capo Caccia, La Pelosa beach and Sassari. We will comeback.
Slovakia
Lancia Ypsilon
October 2, 2022
Great host family in Casa Titti in Cabras-the best experience we had. Nice nature, kind people
Ireland
VW Golf
October 1, 2022
Excellent holiday destination. Wouldn’t go any later in the year as weather was about to turn autumnal.
Ireland
VW Golf
September 25, 2022
Beautiful island with lots of beautiful walks, beaches, and sights to see.
Slovakia
Fiat Panda
September 6, 2022
Roads are bad, badly mantained and not properly signed damages. The nature is amazing, overal services are not good and expensive.
Poland
Fiat Panda
August 26, 2022
Everything was ok. 👌 even problem with luck of credit card’s raised letters was possible to solve
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
June 17, 2022
La Pelosa beach in Stintino
Romania
Renault Clio
April 20, 2022
Visit Sardegna in April or May.
Romania
Fiat Panda
August 16, 2021
They were fast, transparent, with no complications and they suggested me a far better car for few extra money, because the one I rented was not so suitable for long journeys
Poland
Renault Clio
October 25, 2020
Fast & great service, no problems when returning a car
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
November 6, 2019
car needed to explore the island
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
April 19, 2019
Keep searching on internet and try to get a proper sized car for your usage. Not too big for narrow streets and not too small as engine may find it hard to cope on steep hills

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Alamo
9.6 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Interrent
7.5 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
106
Total rental companies
30
Average daily price
$29.31
Lowest daily price
$12.09
Total cars available
391

Top 30 Suppliers in Alghero in 2023

Alamo
Alamo
Exceptional 9.6 / 123 reviews
1 location
$35 - $160
Maggiore
Maggiore
Exceptional 9.5 / 200 reviews
1 location
$26 - $78
Locauto
Locauto
Exceptional 9.3 / 309 reviews
1 location
$27 - $290
RentSmart24
RentSmart24
Exceptional 9.3 / 35 reviews
1 location
$13 - $20
Ecovia
Ecovia
Exceptional 9.2 / 223 reviews
1 location
$27 - $32
Target Rent
Target Rent
Exceptional 9.2 / 55 reviews
1 location
$34 - $233
Keddy
Keddy
Exceptional 9.2 / 30 reviews
1 location
$26 - $38
Enterprise
Enterprise
Exceptional 9.2 / 13 reviews
1 location
$35 - $163
Drivalia
Drivalia
Exceptional 9 / 184 reviews
1 location
$34 - $91
Budget
Budget
Exceptional 9 / 20 reviews
1 location
Italy Car Rent
Italy Car Rent
Excellent 8.9 / 211 reviews
1 location
$15 - $157
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Excellent 8.9 / 23 reviews
1 location
$34 - $549
SIXT
SIXT
Excellent 8.8 / 19 reviews
1 location
$39 - $72
Dollar
Dollar
Excellent 8.8 / 11 reviews
1 location
$28 - $61
Europcar
Europcar
Excellent 8.8 / 5 reviews
1 location
$32 - $46
Viaggiare
Viaggiare
Excellent 8.7 / 517 reviews
1 location
$24 - $259
Avis
Avis
Excellent 8.7 / 8 reviews
1 location
Sicily By Car
Sicily By Car
Excellent 8.6 / 450 reviews
1 location
$38 - $60
Noleggiare
Noleggiare
Excellent 8.6 / 365 reviews
1 location
$41 - $224
Felirent
Felirent
Excellent 8.6 / 268 reviews
1 location
$57 - $222
Brent
Brent
Excellent 8.5 / 144 reviews
1 location
$13 - $47
Autovia
Autovia
Excellent 8.5 / 29 reviews
1 location
$32
Thrifty
Thrifty
Excellent 8.5 / 5 reviews
1 location
$28 - $61
National
National
Excellent 8.5
1 location
$36 - $166
Hertz
Hertz
Excellent 8.4 / 2 reviews
1 location
$30 - $65
Welcome Cars
Welcome Cars
Excellent 8.3 / 535 reviews
2 locations
$12 - $26
Optimo Rent
Optimo Rent
Excellent 8.3 / 45 reviews
1 location
$44 - $325
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Very good 7.9 / 73 reviews
1 location
$53 - $315
Moventur
Moventur
Very good 7.9 / 61 reviews
1 location
$14 - $308
Interrent
Interrent
Very good 7.5 / 1 reviews
1 location
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