Prague car hires from £9/day

Smaller cars such as compacts, sedans, and coupes are by far your best option for car type in Prague. There are many small streets and narrow alleys throughout the city that can be quite difficult for larger cars such as SUVs or trucks to navigate, especially in the older and more historic parts of town. Also, parking can be a major issue for larger cars, as some of the streetside parking spaces can be quite tiny.

The speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km/h (31 mph) while outside of towns and cities it goes up to 90 km/h (56 mph). On motorways and highways the speed limit is usually around 130 km/h (81 mph).

Parking garages are one of the better options for drivers in Prague. Parking spots in the downtown area, especially in the central business district, fill up quickly during the work week, so garages are often your best bet for guaranteeing a parking spot. Streetside parking is still available, but it is limited in quantity during the peak business hours of the day.

On average a car hire in Prague costs £25 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at NU Car (£9/day), Rent Plus (£9/day) and Thrifty (£36/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at NU Car Prague Airport 110 00 (7 miles from the city centre).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Prague is Budget (8.3, 50 reviews).

The average price of fuel in Prague is £5.09 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £61 and £81, depending on the car size.

Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Prague.

Car hire companies onsite at Václav Havel Prague airport include Rent Plus, NU Car, Budget, CarWiz, Panek, Europcar, Sixt, Wheego, Alamo and Hertz.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Václav Havel Prague airport to off-airport locations include Rent Plus, NU Car, Budget, Europcar, Sixt, Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Economy car hire in Prague costs £51 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Prague costs £108 per day, on average.

A Premium car hire in Prague costs £56 per day, on average.

In Prague, cars are most frequently hired at NU Car Prague Airport (7 miles from city centre).

On average a car hire in Prague costs £172 per week (£25 per day).

On average a car hire in Prague costs £738 per month (£25 per day).

Most car hire providers in Prague offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Prague, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

The minimum age required to obtain Prague car hire is 21 years old. Additionally, some car hire companies have a maximum age limit of 75 years old. To ensure a smooth hire process, make sure to bring all the required documents and be prepared to answer any questions the car hire company might have.

Prague is a great place to start a road trip from. With its rich history and culture, there is plenty to explore and experience. If you are looking for a shorter trip, you can explore some of the nearby countries and cities such as Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest. All of these cities will give you a taste of Central European culture while still being within driving distance from Prague. For a longer road trip, you can head west to explore Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. Along the way, you can visit some of Germany’s most famous cities, such as Berlin, Munich and Hamburg. You can also visit the stunning castles, cathedrals and other historical monuments of the Netherlands and Belgium.