Car Hire in Istanbul
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Compact
Fiat Fiorino
or comparable
£ 13.14
/ per day
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Economy
Renault Clio
or comparable
£ 13.26
/ per day
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Intermediate Elite
Citroen C Elysee
or comparable
£ 14.15
/ per day
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Standard
Fiat Egea
or comparable
£ 14.87
/ per day
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Economy Elite
Fiat Linea
or comparable
£ 14.89
/ per day
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Intermediate
Citroen C-Elysee
or comparable
£ 15.39
/ per day
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire
Mini
Renault Clio
or comparable
£ 16.53
/ per day
Istanbul Airport Car Hire
Mini Elite
Renault Zoe
or comparable
£ 20.26
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 12:58 on 2023-09-29.
Travel Information
Language
Turkish,
Kurdish,
Arabic
Kurdish,
Arabic
Currency
TRY
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+90
Average car hire price
£ 15.31 / per day
Average car hire length
9 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
90 - 140 km/h
56 - 87 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.06 per litre
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.14 per litre
Lowest gasoline price
£ 0.72 per litre
Why hire a car in Istanbul?
Straddling two continents, Istanbul is not just one of the largest cities in both Europe and Asia — it’s also one of the most interesting ones. From world-class landmarks to atmospheric side streets, layers of millennia-old history are waiting to be discovered.
One-way Car Hire in Istanbul
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Istanbul and drop off in another city include:
- From Istanbul to Antalya - 457 offers from £ 21.66 per day
- From Istanbul to Kayseri - 210 offers from £ 28.73 per day
- From Istanbul to Ankara - 327 offers from £ 21.51 per day
- From Istanbul to Izmir - 405 offers from £ 22.57 per day
- From Istanbul to Malatya - 97 offers from £ 37.50 per day
Top ways to enter Istanbul
- Istanbul Airport. One of the busiest in Europe, Istanbul Airport is expected to serve about 70 million travellers in 2022. The airport is on the European side of the city, about an hour’s drive northwest of the centre.
- Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Named after a famous female pilot, this is the smaller of the two international airports serving Istanbul but nonetheless handles more than 30 million travellers annually. The airport is on the Asian side, about an hour’s drive east of the centre.
Top destinations and activities
- Hagia Sophia. Formerly the largest church on the planet, then a museum, and recently controversially turned into a mosque, the Hagia Sophia’s history is rather turbulent, but that only adds to its status as Istanbul’s most famous landmark. An architectural wonder, it is open to everyone and free to visit, though you should check the calendar of prayer times.
- Museum of Great Palace Mosaics. There is a wealth of archaeological institutions in Istanbul, but the Mosaics Museum is not only one of the most specialized, it is also among the most interesting ones. Almost all the mosaics on display have been unearthed among the ruins of the Great Palace complex and date back to the Byzantine era. Visit the official website to learn more about tickets and opening hours.
- Rumelian Castle. One of the most famous castles of Turkey, Rumelihisarı is located right on the banks of the Bosphorus Strait and overlooks its waters from the European side. Dating back to the 15th century, it has suffered blockades and earthquakes but has always been restored back to its early magnificence.
Traffic and parking
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 120 km/h (74.5 mph) on highways, 90 km/h (55.9 mph) on two-lane roads, and 50 km/h (31 mph) in populated and built-up areas.
- It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.
- On regional roads, there might be fewer gas stations than on the national highways. Never stay too low on gas and always set out your route in advance to know the location of the next petrol station.
- Due to high taxes, Turkey has very expensive petrol, with prices higher than even in most EU countries. Keep that in mind when planning your route!
- Turkey is overall a warm country, but during winter roads can be covered with ice, especially in mountainous regions. Do ask your car hire supplier in advance if your vehicle’s tyres will be equipped for the season.
- Occasionally you might encounter police roadblocks and even military checkpoints, especially in Southeastern Turkey. They are there for your own safety, and in most cases, they will only check your license and warn you about any potential danger that might lie ahead.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% if you’re driving alone and 0.00%. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines and a licence ban.
- Proof of insurance and the car’s documentation need to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- When driving, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The general emergency number is 112. The police number is 155, the fire brigade number is 110, and the forest fire number is 177.
Toll roads
Driving on most national motorways, as well as some bridges and tunnels in Turkey requires paying a toll. This includes many motorways in the Istanbul area and in the wider Northwestern Turkey region.
Most Turkish toll roads only accept electronic, contactless payment from an electronic transponder that’s in the car or by an electronic chip-sticker that’s on the car. This means that you cannot pay either by cash or credit card for most toll roads (only a handful of newer ones accept such).
All hired cars have to be equipped either with a transponder or with a sticker. Some car suppliers might charge an extra fee for this service. Do contact your car supplier in advance to find out more.
The toll roads in Turkey are divided into HGS, the High-Speed Passage System (Hızlı Geçiş Sistemi in Turkish) and OGS (Otomatik Geçiş Sistemi in Turkish). On HGS roads, you can pass through the toll area at a higher speed. On OGS roads, you need to slow down as you go through a toll gate and the toll payment is registered through the electronic transponder that’s in your car. The exact amount you’ll have to pay will depend on the specific road you drive on and the distance you travel.
Find out more about the toll roads in Turkey on the European toll road website.
Ideas for day trips
- Ormanya. A town, a park, and a wildlife rehabilitation centre, Ormanya is one of the nicest green escapes near the megalopolis that is Istanbul. In addition to native mammal and bird species, you can come across more exotic ones like antelopes and alpacas. The drive from the city takes about 90 minutes.
Most popular cars
The most hired car in Istanbul is the Fiat Egea, followed by the Renault Symbol and the Ford Fiesta. The most popular car types are compact, economy, and mini.
Car Hire Prices in Istanbul
- Station wagons - starting at £ 13 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 14 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 13 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 13 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 31 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 13 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 15 per day
Money-saving tips
These are some good methods to save money on your car:
- Compare rates of different car providers
- Book your 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 Istanbul is the cheapest in May.
Top 8 Cities near Istanbul
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Izmir Car Hire starting at £ 10.61 per day343.5 km / 213.4 miles away
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Kusadasi Car Hire starting at £ 25.29 per day380.3 km / 236.3 miles away
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Bodrum Car Hire starting at £ 13.96 per day429.7 km / 267.0 miles away
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Marmaris Car Hire starting at £ 18.80 per day459.5 km / 285.5 miles away
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Antalya Car Hire starting at £ 11.17 per day463.1 km / 287.8 miles away
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Dalaman Car Hire starting at £ 16.38 per day467.6 km / 290.6 miles away
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Sarigerme Car Hire starting at £ 24.00 per day468.7 km / 291.2 miles away
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Kayseri Car Hire starting at £ 16.75 per day578.6 km / 359.5 miles away
Top 6 Destinations around Istanbul
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport Car Hire starting at £ 13.14 per day
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Izmir Airport Car Hire starting at £ 10.61 per day343.5 km / 213.4 miles away
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Bodrum Airport Car Hire starting at £ 13.96 per day429.7 km / 267.0 miles away
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Antalya Airport International Arrivals Car Hire starting at £ 11.17 per day463.1 km / 287.8 miles away
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Dalaman Airport Car Hire starting at £ 16.38 per day467.6 km / 290.6 miles away
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Kayseri International Airport Car Hire starting at £ 16.75 per day578.6 km / 359.5 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Istanbul the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Istanbul fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Istanbul
The best month to hire a car in Istanbul is March (when the average price is £ 16.74 per day). This is 32% less than the yearly average and 60% less than hiring in July (when the average price is £ 41.85).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What is the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Istanbul?
Car hire lengths vary by month: in July, average hirers keep their car for 11, and in July, for 8 days.
Average number of hire days in Istanbul
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Istanbul?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for car hire in Istanbul is July, and the least popular is February.
Popularity of Car Hire in Istanbul by Monthly Searches
Car Hire Information
| Car hire locations | 45 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
| Popular suppliers | DMR CAR, GreenMotion, 724rent, WindyCar, Eren Rent A Car |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars, SUVs |
| Lowest price | £ 13 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Hit |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMR CAR | Fiat Doblo | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| GreenMotion | Renault Clio | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| WindyCar | Hyundai i20 | 5 | 3 | Small cars |
| 724rent | Citroën C3 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Renault Clio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Wish Car Rental | Fiat Fiorino | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| DMR CAR | Fiat Egea | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| WheeGo | Hyundai Bayon | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| DMR CAR | Fiat Egea Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Wish Car Rental | Peugeot 301 | 4 | 3 | Medium 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.
RL
United Kingdom
Kia Stonic
4 June 2023
Bolu and Cappadocia. Turkey is diverse and incredibly full of magical places. It is a 'must' to visit this wonderful country
KJ
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
2 June 2023
ENJOYED VISITING SHOPPING MALLS, HISTPRICAL PLACES
SK
United Kingdom
Ford Tourneo Courier
10 February 2023
The best car rental
MR
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
10 September 2022
I went to konya, Kapadokya, Bursa etc.
Great places
Beautiful natural scenery.
Love to drive
Great clean roads.
Excellent service stations.
Fuel prices same n the motorway As in the cty😇😇
UF
United Kingdom
Fiat Egea
8 February 2022
Car Model is good but conditions is not good
RT
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
15 January 2022
Thank you green motion you are the best in SAW
KS
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
15 June 2021
Istanbul is a lovely city I recommend it.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
Budget
8.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
OTOQ
5.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
92
Total rental companies
48
Average daily price
£ 15.31
Lowest daily price
£ 13.14
Total cars available
2573
Top 48 Hire Companies in Istanbul in 2023
Wish Car Rental
2 locations
£ 17 - £ 144
Garenta
18 locations
£ 19 - £ 1032
Budget
1 location
National
1 location
Europcar
8 locations
£ 21 - £ 76
SIXT
6 locations
£ 22 - £ 103
Rent Go
11 locations
£ 25 - £ 93
Cargini
2 locations
Ecovia
1 location
£ 13 - £ 19
Gri Rent A Car
4 locations
£ 28 - £ 167
Myn Rent A Car
2 locations
Nokta rent a car
4 locations
DMR CAR
6 locations
£ 15 - £ 75
DRIVUS
3 locations
£ 14 - £ 71
GreenMotion
9 locations
£ 18 - £ 158
WindyCar
5 locations
£ 16 - £ 110
EXPY Car Rentals
2 locations
£ 20 - £ 86
Autounion
5 locations
£ 19 - £ 185
Enterprise
20 locations
£ 25 - £ 196
Optimo Rent
2 locations
ACARENT
2 locations
Central Rent A Car
4 locations
£ 19 - £ 106
Alamo
2 locations
£ 21 - £ 170
Autovia
1 location
£ 14 - £ 20
Carnet Car Rental
1 location
Keddy
5 locations
£ 21 - £ 76
WheeGo
5 locations
£ 20 - £ 38
AddCar
3 locations
£ 18 - £ 102
Novacar
3 locations
£ 17 - £ 59
AloCar
2 locations
£ 42 - £ 140
Essence Car Rental
5 locations
£ 18 - £ 52
Global Rent a Car
1 location
United Rent A Car
2 locations
Pandora
3 locations
£ 24 - £ 143
Carwiz
1 location
£ 14 - £ 48
Matcar Rental Turkey
2 locations
£ 16 - £ 47
ABBYCAR
2 locations
CarQ
2 locations
Hello Car Rental
2 locations
Eren Rent A Car
4 locations
£ 16 - £ 45
Circular car hire
3 locations
£ 18 - £ 106
Goldcar
2 locations
£ 19 - £ 49
Nissa Car Rental
25 locations
£ 16 - £ 348
Surprice
2 locations
£ 18 - £ 933
NoktAutos
2 locations
£ 21 - £ 165
724rent
2 locations
£ 13 - £ 152
Hit
2 locations
£ 13 - £ 65
OTOQ
2 locations
£ 15 - £ 85
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Special offers
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Award-winning
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Highly-rated
A combined rating of 4.5 with 90k total reviews on platforms like Trustpilot, Google, and Review Center.
4M users
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Awards
World Travel Tech Awards - World's Best Car Rental Booking Website 2022
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Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2022
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
FT 1000: Europes Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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