Israel car rentals
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Sunnycars car rental locations in Israel
36 Locations
Sixt car rental locations in Israel
19 Locations
Eldan car rental locations in Israel
18 Locations
CalAuto car rental locations in Israel
15 Locations
Europcar car rental locations in Israel
15 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Israel
14 Locations
keddy by Europcar car rental locations in Israel
14 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Israel
13 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Israel
11 Locations
Enterprise car rental locations in Israel
6 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in Israel
6 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Israel
4 Locations
Top tips for renting a car in Israel
- Anyone wishing to explore rural areas of the country or to cover large distances will find it advantageous to rent a car in Israel. Another important point to note is that public transport doesn’t run on Shabbat (Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon), meaning that roads are quieter and non-driving travel options are limited during this time.
- Parking can be confusing in Israel, especially in urban areas. As a general rule, red and white stripes at the curb mean that parking is forbidden, blue and white stripes mean a fee is applicable, and a gray stripe means that parking is free. When parking in a city overnight, it might be smart to use a secure underground garage, although this is a more expensive option.
- By law, children under the age of four must be restrained in an appropriate baby or child booster seat, even when making the initial trip out of the airport and into the city center. Most agencies can provide age-appropriate restraints, but it is very important to book these in advance, especially during busy periods like Passover. Expect to pay a daily fee of around 14-18 ILS (4-5 USD) with an agency like Budget.
- It is not permitted to rent a car in Israel and drive it into another country, especially not into the West Bank or Gaza, which are under the control of the Palestinian Authorities. Agencies also do not allow rental vehicles to be driven into East Jerusalem.
FAQs about renting a car in Israel
On average a car hire in Israel costs $110 per day.
Economy (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Israel.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Dollar ($27/day), Thrifty ($40/day) and Europcar ($53/day).
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire company in Israel is Hertz (6.2, 164 reviews).
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
On average hiring a car in Israel costs $136 per week ($19 per day).
On average a car hire in Israel costs $581 per month ($19 per day).
Anyone who chooses to rent a car in Israel will find main roads and highways to be well maintained, and an intelligent highway network makes it easy to travel across the country. Rural roads can be more basic, especially in mountainous areas, and driving styles can be more aggressive than what you’d find in other countries. Toll roads are quite common and can add considerably to the budget for any trip. It is also important to keep an eye out for expensive congestion lanes on national highways.
Most rental agencies require drivers to be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Israel. Young driver surcharges are common for those under 25 years of age, and there is usually a maximum age limit of 75 in place; for example, Sixt imposes a surcharge of 43 ILS (12 USD) per day on renters age 21-23 or over 75. A domestic driver’s license in English is required for car rental in Israel. If your domestic license is not in English, an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) will be needed.
Petrol prices in Israel are generally considered to be very high, often reaching two or three times the price of fuel in the USA: expect to pay around 6.6 ILS (1.84 USD) per liter of gas, which equates to around 6.96 USD for a gallon. While petrol stations are widely available in cities and beside highways, it is recommended to keep your tank at least half full when driving in rural or desert areas. Note that some self-service machines may not work with foreign credit cards, or some might ask for a passport number before fueling can begin.
Three main speed limits are enforced throughout Israel, with road signs visible in English, Arabic, and Hebrew. In urban areas, the maximum limit is 50 km/h (31 mph), while national roads have a top limit of either 80 km/h (50 mph) or 90 km/h (56 mph). Only highways have a higher limit, which is 120 km/h (75 mph).