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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Mini
Citroen C1 or similar
Citroen C1
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
ACARENT
$18.46 per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Economy
Ford Fiesta or similar
Ford Fiesta
  • 5
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Surprice
$27.33 per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Mini Elite
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 1
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Man.
Felirent
$32.71 per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Compact
Renault Captur or similar
Renault Captur
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Brent
$42.21 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Intermediate SUV
Seat Arona or similar
Seat Arona
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Vettura
$50.90 / per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Intermediate Elite Crossover
Volkswagen T-Roc or similar
Volkswagen T-Roc
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Italy Car Rent
$51.89 / per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
Dacia Sandero or similar
Dacia Sandero
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
RentSmart24
$52.36 / per day
Catania Fontanarossa Airport Car Rental
Standard Crossover
Renault Kadjar or similar
Renault Kadjar
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Ok Mobility
$58.00 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 23:39 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 Sicily?

Sicily is a great place to explore by car. Rich in traditions and diverse in heritage, it offers everything from impressive historic sites and cities inhabited since ancient times to charming fishing villages and some of the most fascinating wild terrain in Europe. Getting a rental car is your best bet to see as much as you can.

If you want to know more about renting a car in Sicily, don't miss our complete guide.
Sicily Car Rental

One-way Car Rentals on Sicily

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

  • From Sicily to Italy - 1284 offers from $19.42 per day

Top ways to enter Sicily

  • Palermo Airport: Formerly known as Punta Raisi, the airport is located some 35 km (22 mi) northwest of Palermo, the regional capital. The airport serves around 5 million passengers every year.
  • Catania–Fontanarossa Airport: By far the busiest in Sicily, this airport serves nearly 10 million passengers every year. It is located just 4 km (2.4 km) southwest of the city proper and is connected to it by the A19 motorway.
  • Trapani Airport: Its full title, Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani–Birgi, is quite a mouthful, but flying to this small and cozy airport on the western edge of Sicily is another great way to reach the island.
  • By sea: It is also possible to reach Sicily from the Italian mainland by ferry. One of the most popular routes takes off in Salerno, Campania, and ends in the Eastern Sicilian city of Messina, the travel taking up around eight hours. 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

  • Palermo. The Sicilian capital’s long and fascinating history can be seen in its many monuments, buildings, and museums. Palermo is also a great place to start exploring the island’s unrivalled cuisine.
  • Syracuse. Once ruled by ancient Hellenes, Syracuse is still perhaps the most Greek-influenced city of Sicily and perhaps all of Italy. Visit Parco Archeologico and the 5th century B.C. theater where ancient plays are still performed every summer.
  • Etna. The still active volcano that is set on a margin between the tectonic plates of Africa and Eurasia is arguably Sicily’s number one natural attraction. Go on a challenging hike to explore its rugged slopes, or, if you’re more into comfort, get in a cable car that will take you close to the summit.
  • Messina Province. The Sicilian province that’s closest to mainland Italy is known for the port city of Messina, the charming hillside town Taormina and its Greek theater, as well as nature areas like Parco Fluviale dell’Alcantra and Parco dei Nebrodi that tempt travelers with their gorgeous mountains trails, caves, and waterfalls.
  • Agrigento Province. Although perhaps not as famous and more subtle in its pleasures than some other parts of the island, Agrigento is the perfect place for a long and leisurely holiday thanks to its serene towns, ancient Greek temples, and pristine beaches.
  • Trapani Province. The westernmost province of Sicily is known for its great hospitality and proud traditions. Do visit the picturesque town of Erice, the Selinunte Archeological Park, and charming islands like Pantelleria that are part of the province.
  • Cefalù. Millions of tourists visit Cefalu every year for its gorgerous sunsit historic Cathedral and the remains of its ancient city. 

Most popular rental car

The most popular rental car in Sicily is the Fiat Panda. Travelers also love the Lancia Ypsilon and the VW Golf.

Driver's license requirements

  • Italy accepts all driver licenses issued in the European Union (EU).
  • If your driver license is issued by a non-EU country, for it to be considered valid you’ll need an Italian visa. Another requirement is to have been in the EU for no more than six months at the time of the rental. 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's license, not its copy, with you at all times.
  • You need to have had your driver's 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 Rental Conditions before booking.

Crossing Borders

The region of Sicily has no international borders. Many rental companies allow their cars to be taken to mainland Italy, either returning to Sicily or dropping off the car at a location on the mainland. Few, if any, allow their cars to be taken on a ferry to Sardinia — and in any case, the costs of doing so would probably not be worth it. Just drop off your car before taking the ferry and rent a new one when you get to Sardinia. 

Learn more about cross-border rentals in our FAQ section.

Toll roads

There are two toll roads on Sicily — the A18 between Catania and Messina and the A20 between Palermo and Messina. The A19 between Palermo and Catania is not tolled. 

The toll gates accept credit cards, cash, and Telepass. Most rental companies in Siciliy do not provide Telepass transponders with their cars. Keep in mind that you cannot use your own Telepass unless the license plate of your rental car is registered on it — contact Telepass to see if you can do this or not. In any case, you can always pay for the tolls in cash or with a credit card. 

Most popular types of rental car

The most popular rental car types in Sicily are Mini, Economy, and Compact. Most highways are in decent shape, but if you plan to drive higher in the mountains, renting a more powerful vehicle might be a good idea.

Top driving routes

  1. Catania - Syracuse (65 km / 40 mi) Route E45 is the highway that takes you between these two spectacular Eastern Sicilian cities. The distance can be done in under an hour, so why not make a small detour to one of the many spectacular beaches you’ll be so close to?
  2. Messina - Palermo (230 km / 140 mi) If you’re arriving in Sicily from the Italian mainland, it’s quite likely that you’ll be taking this picturesque road along the highway E90. If you’re not short on time, plan a stop to enjoy the natural beauty in one of the nature reserves that are on the way.
  3. Palermo - Catania (200 km / 125 mi) Routes E90 and A18 connect the island’s two largest cities, snaking through its pristine inner landscapes. Stop at Parco Delle Madonie to enjoy a relaxing walk in an oak forest and to glance at some of Sicily’s highest peaks. If you’re traveling without any stops, however, the drive between the two cities can be completed in two hours and thirty minutes.

Car Rental Prices

  • Convertibles - from $49 per day
  • Station wagons - from $35 per day
  • Large cars - from $47 per day
  • Medium cars - from $33 per day
  • Vans - from $102 per day
  • Premium cars - from $161 per day
  • Small cars - from $18 per day
  • SUVs - from $38 per day

How can I save money on my rental car?

There are a number of things you can do to get a good deal on your rental in Sicily:

  • 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 in the month when the rental prices are the lowest. According to our data, visiting Sicily is the cheapest in March 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 15 Most Popular Cities on Sicily

  1. Car Rental in Catania from $31.61 per day
  2. Car Rental in Palermo from $36.21 per day
  3. Car Rental in Trapani from $44.22 per day
  4. Car Rental in Comiso from $36.09 per day
  5. Car Rental in Pozzallo from $52.69 per day
  6. Car Rental in Messina from $48.97 per day
  7. Car Rental in Pantelleria from $50.97 per day
  8. Car Rental in Agrigento from $74.06 per day
  9. Car Rental in Taormina from $96.91 per day
  10. Car Rental in Cefalu from $78.80 per day
  11. Car Rental in Avola from $76.91 per day
  12. Car Rental in Augusta from $77.84 per day
  13. Car Rental in Noto from $76.91 per day
  14. Car Rental in Capo d’Orlando
  15. Car Rental in Marina di Ragusa

Top 8 Most Popular Locations on Sicily

  1. Car Rental at Catania Fontanarossa Airport from $31.61 per day
  2. Car Rental at Palermo Airport from $36.21 per day
  3. Car Rental at Trapani Airport from $44.22 per day
  4. Car Rental at Comiso Airport from $36.09 per day
  5. Car Rental at Pozzallo Port from $52.69 per day
  6. Car Rental at Pantelleria Airport from $50.97 per day
  7. Car Rental at Catania Port from $74.06 per day
  8. Car Rental in Palermo Mondello from $72.62 per day

Map of Car Rental Locations

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

The cost of renting a car on Sicily 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 Sicily
$10.29
January
$10.38
February
$13.77
March
$39.77
April
$39.68
May
$76.25
June
$77.00
July
$68.04
August
$45.67
September
$25.82
October
$12.61
November
$16.73
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car on Sicily is January — when rental costs average $10.29 per day. This is 72% cheaper than the yearly average and 87% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $77.00 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 Sicily?

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 March — an average of 6 days.
Average rental length on Sicily
7
January
7
February
6
March
6
April
7
May
7
June
8
July
8
August
7
September
7
October
7
November
8
December

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

Based on how many customers search for a car on Sicily, the most popular month is May, while the least popular is November.
Monthly searches on Sicily by pick-up date relative to the average
33%
January
46%
February
74%
March
161%
April
186%
May
115%
June
148%
July
152%
August
125%
September
89%
October
32%
November
38%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 41
Airport locations 5
Popular suppliers Sicily By Car, Viaggiare, Noleggiare, Italy Car Rent, Optimo Rent
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans
Lowest price $18 per day
Cheapest supplier ACARENT

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Sicily By Car Opel Karl 4 2 Small cars
Automania Fiat Panda 5 1 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat Panda 4 1 Small cars
Drivalia Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
ACARENT Citroen C1 5 1 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Viaggiare Fiat Panda 5 2 Small cars
ACARENT Fiat Panda 5 1 Small cars
ACARENT Ford Fiesta 5 2 Small cars
Sicily By Car Peugeot 208 5 2 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.

France
Fiat Panda
April 15, 2023
culture, food
Poland
Ford Fiesta
March 25, 2023
No problems, higher standard than I choose - amazing!
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
March 13, 2023
Great rock climbing, walking, friendly people. Shame it was out of season, not many bars, restaurants, shops open in resort.
Australia
Citroen C3
March 3, 2023
We travelled to Trapani, Messina, toarmina, Catania, Agrigento, coreleone and Palermo. Having the car was perfect, enabling us to see lots of Sicily.
Australia
Skoda Karoq
February 26, 2023
Food sights amazing
Brazil
Volkswagen Golf
February 22, 2023
short trips around Palermo City
Albania
Fiat 500
February 19, 2023
Great place to visit
Italy
Toyota Aygo
February 14, 2023
For visit family
United States of America (USA)
Fiat Panda
December 15, 2022
Everything 😁
United States of America (USA)
Fiat Tipo STW
November 17, 2022
We drove around Sicily. The main highways are fast and efficient but a lot of construction. Driving in any city is like driving in a go cart race. Not for the timid
United States of America (USA)
Smart ForTwo
October 7, 2022
We drove from Palermo to Trapani and several other day trips around western Sicily. The car handled like a dream and was very comfortable.
United States of America (USA)
Jeep Renegade
October 6, 2022
We flew into Catania and drove to giarre we were staying there for a wedding. The resort was nice but the surroundings was very dirty garbage everywhere I would not recommend this area.
Hungary
Renault Captur
September 22, 2022
We enjoy our trips day by day. Many towns and small towns were visited.
Israel
Fiat Punto
September 14, 2022
The roads in Siciliy are very easy to drive with many bridges and tunnels, but distances are long. We used alot the Autostarda
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500L
September 4, 2022
Hiking in the forest, good food and beaches and more
Greece
Peugeot 208
August 22, 2022
The historical and old cities of Sicily were unique ,the food was nice but the strange thing for us was that the restaurants close at noon, around 16:00 and open again at 20:00 for dinner. That costs us our lunch .....
Netherlands
Fiat Panda
May 5, 2022
Visit the Etna, Valley of the Temples, and the beautiful beach of Cinisi.
Latvia
Fiat 500
April 24, 2022
If you are going to Sicily and want to feel realSicily with its mountains, you should definetely choose smallest cars possible.
Israel
Opel Karl
April 22, 2022
Nice places, recommend to take small car(narrow roads) We were off season so driving was ok, however it looks like during the season it be nightmare
Greece
Citroen C1
April 14, 2022
Catania has to be explored via car. The bus schedules are not efficient
Hungary
Fiat Panda
March 23, 2022
Just enjoy the ride on the Sicilian roads, it's really a pleasure. Try adapting to their driving attitude and you won't have any problems :)
Slovenia
Fiat Panda
February 27, 2022
No problems. From a start to the end. Tnx.
Lithuania
Renault Captur
February 23, 2022
was great car to explore around the Sicily, just would be even more perfect to choose more powerful car to drive around mountains 😊
Malta
Jeep Compass
February 17, 2022
The view was amassing
Italy
Fiat 500
September 18, 2021
It was a great trip and holiday overall
Czech Republic
Fiat 500
September 13, 2021
Everything Ok, I can warmly recommend this agency.
Bulgaria
Fiat Panda
July 24, 2021
Sicilians drive like crazy. If you are not an experienced driver - good luck
Malta
Volkswagen Polo
July 21, 2021
More quality time with family
Greece
Citroen C1
July 14, 2021
My road trip with this car was excellent! I totally recommend to everyone
Czech Republic
Ford Transit
July 12, 2021
I am still waiting for contact from zour companz about the claim of damage. The rent companz ok.
United Kingdom
Fiat 500 2 doors
October 8, 2020
We traveled south east to a more uncommercial area and would recommend for an authentic Sicily experience
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
October 2, 2020
queues at avis, hertz etc terrible - expect a 1 hour wait Acarent was great
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
September 14, 2020
if you are going out side Parlermo only. You do not need a car in the city.
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
September 12, 2020
Palermo busy and interesting. Great food.
United Kingdom
Ford EcoSport
September 4, 2020
Driving in Palermo is very interesting/ dangerous ! Take care, I would avoid the city centre! Otherwise Sicily is simply beautiful!
United Kingdom
Ford EcoSport
September 4, 2020
No problems encountered, with parking or driving, etc
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
September 2, 2020
It is definitely worth renting a car in Sicily as there is do much to see and do.
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
July 24, 2020
Driving aroundeastern Sicily in the Syracuse area is super easy and great fun would highly recomend it
Czech Republic
VW Touran
July 17, 2020
it was the only car provider open late in the evening we arrived.
Italy
Fiat 500X
June 22, 2020
Definitely rent a car...so much to see in Sicily...this is my third visit to Sicily and I found that having a car is much better than and cheaper than hiring a car and driver to take me to places of interest. The drivers are not licensed tour guides so they can not accompany you on your visits to archeological sites, cities, etc. Also, a car gives you more freedom to come and go at your leisure. The auto strada is well marked. Don't be afraid to drive! You won't get lost!
Poland
Fiat Panda
March 1, 2020
Routes on googlemaps look scary, due to tunnels and roads looping up and down hills. It's not as complicated as it looks. Roads are narrow, tight bends, fast drivers. You need to stay alert, but it's manageable.
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
October 8, 2019
Not a great city to drive in - lots of traffic in narrow streets, closed off streets creating one-way roads, very limited parking and generally 'loose' driving styles. If you're comfortable with busy city driving and parking in tight spots, go for it. Get a small car.
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
October 2, 2019
Renting a car opens up many more beaches and the roads are quite spectacular to drive through, tunnels, bridges and coastal roads.
United Kingdom
Fiat 500 Cabrio
March 24, 2019
Travelled the Island, definitely want to return!
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Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Locauto
9.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
ABBYCAR
6.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
545
Total rental companies
48
Lowest daily price
$18.31
Total cars available
1901

Top 48 Suppliers on Sicily in 2023

Locauto
Locauto
Exceptional 9.5 / 538 reviews
7 locations
$58 - $265
Alamo
Alamo
Exceptional 9.4 / 317 reviews
5 locations
$71 - $238
Centauro
Centauro
Exceptional 9.2 / 285 reviews
2 locations
$88 - $174
Automania
Automania
Exceptional 9.2 / 946 reviews
6 locations
$26 - $77
RentalPlus
RentalPlus
Exceptional 9.2 / 295 reviews
2 locations
$49 - $148
Car Motion Italy
Car Motion Italy
Exceptional 9.1 / 62 reviews
3 locations
$55 - $291
Felirent
Felirent
Exceptional 9 / 534 reviews
2 locations
$33 - $196
Drivalia
Drivalia
Exceptional 9 / 514 reviews
15 locations
$62 - $233
Hertz
Hertz
Excellent 8.9 / 48 reviews
13 locations
$79 - $121
Enterprise
Enterprise
Excellent 8.8 / 27 reviews
7 locations
$88 - $261
Dollar
Dollar
Excellent 8.8 / 40 reviews
3 locations
$64 - $475
Sicily By Car
Sicily By Car
Excellent 8.7 / 2931 reviews
12 locations
$36 - $323
Goldcar
Goldcar
Excellent 8.7 / 582 reviews
2 locations
$50 - $87
Ecovia
Ecovia
Excellent 8.7 / 585 reviews
4 locations
$45 - $366
KeynGo
KeynGo
Excellent 8.7 / 22 reviews
2 locations
$66 - $100
Maggiore
Maggiore
Excellent 8.7 / 930 reviews
17 locations
$74 - $283
Brent
Brent
Excellent 8.7 / 1032 reviews
1 location
$30 - $97
SKARENT
SKARENT
Excellent 8.7 / 206 reviews
4 locations
$47 - $170
Optimo Rent
Optimo Rent
Excellent 8.6 / 1269 reviews
4 locations
$47 - $159
SIXT
SIXT
Excellent 8.6 / 53 reviews
3 locations
$89 - $305
Italy Car Rent
Italy Car Rent
Excellent 8.6 / 1150 reviews
2 locations
$40 - $287
RentSmart24
RentSmart24
Excellent 8.6 / 367 reviews
1 location
$38 - $215
Brid
Brid
Excellent 8.6 / 197 reviews
2 locations
$56 - $125
WAYCAR
WAYCAR
Excellent 8.6 / 6 reviews
5 locations
$52 - $98
Europcar
Europcar
Excellent 8.5 / 38 reviews
11 locations
$78 - $234
National
National
Excellent 8.5 / 4 reviews
4 locations
$97 - $261
Noleggiare
Noleggiare
Excellent 8.5 / 1398 reviews
3 locations
$97 - $800
Thrifty
Thrifty
Excellent 8.5 / 16 reviews
3 locations
$79 - $111
Vivarent
Vivarent
Excellent 8.5
1 location
Target Rent
Target Rent
Excellent 8.4 / 521 reviews
4 locations
$45 - $207
Keddy
Keddy
Excellent 8.4 / 122 reviews
11 locations
Vettura
Vettura
Excellent 8.4 / 6 reviews
1 location
$46 - $72
Noleggiare S.r.L
Noleggiare S.r.L
Excellent 8.4
3 locations
Clarent
Clarent
Excellent 8.4
3 locations
$46 - $103
Eurorentcar
Eurorentcar
Excellent 8.4
4 locations
$44 - $109
Easycarhire
Easycarhire
Excellent 8.3 / 574 reviews
4 locations
$45 - $141
Ok Mobility
Ok Mobility
Excellent 8.3 / 24 reviews
1 location
$48 - $153
Autovia
Autovia
Excellent 8.2 / 126 reviews
4 locations
$48 - $387
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Excellent 8.1 / 11 reviews
2 locations
Budget
Budget
Excellent 8.1 / 66 reviews
11 locations
$92 - $354
ACARENT
ACARENT
Excellent 8 / 1304 reviews
10 locations
$18 - $114
Viaggiare
Viaggiare
Very good 7.7 / 986 reviews
2 locations
$50 - $173
Firefly
Firefly
Very good 7.7 / 18 reviews
2 locations
Interrent
Interrent
Very good 7.6 / 71 reviews
3 locations
Avis
Avis
Very good 7.5 / 43 reviews
14 locations
$82 - $365
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Very good 7.3 / 158 reviews
3 locations
$56 - $100
Surprice
Surprice
Good 6.7 / 637 reviews
1 location
$24 - $54
ABBYCAR
ABBYCAR
Good 6.7 / 93 reviews
1 location

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