Car hire in Tenerife, Spain

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These are the lowest Tenerife car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Tenerife?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tenerife. It’s around 20 € per day in October, compared to the yearly average of 32 € per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • 20 €
Yearly avg price32 €

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There are 55 car hire providers in Tenerife. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Tenerife

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Tenerife. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Tenerife: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
A full licence and credit card are essential.
To rent a car in Santa Cruz, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required for UK visitors in Santa Cruz, but your licence must be in English.
Navigating city driving
Roads are wide, with scenic coastal routes.
Driving in Santa Cruz means navigating one-way roads, occasional sharp turns, and hilly areas. Use a sat nav or Google Maps to avoid dead ends and stay clear of pedestrian zones in the old town.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
No tolls or emissions zones in the city.
There are no toll roads or emissions zones in Santa Cruz. Driving around Tenerife is toll-free, with no congestion charges or emission-related restrictions.
Parking your car in Tenerife
Parking is easier outside the centre.
Street parking in Santa Cruz is colour-coded — blue zones are paid, green zones are for residents. Multi-storey car parks are common, and many hotels offer parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel stations and EV charging are easy to find.
For EVs, use Electromaps or PlugShare to locate EV charging stations in Santa Cruz. Charging points are growing but you might need a specific app or RFID access.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is more relaxed in town but trickier in the hills.
You’ll find an easy pace in the city, but take extra care on mountain roads and narrow streets. Roundabouts are common, and lane markings are generally clear and well maintained.
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The most popular car rental companies in Tenerife

Goldcar
Click and Rent
TopCar
Record go
Budget
Thrifty

What's the most popular car to hire in Tenerife?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Toyota Aygo is the most popular car to hire in Tenerife, with prices starting from 6 € per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Tenerife.
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo10% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5008% chose this
Volkswagen T-Cross
Volkswagen T-Cross8% chose this
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda6% chose this
Most popular carToyota Aygo
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Tenerife's cheapest car hire providers

Goldcar has the cheapest car hire in Tenerife right now, with prices from 6 € per day. You'll save an average of per day when you book with them.
Goldcarfrom 6 € per day
Record gofrom 6 € per day
Click and Rentfrom 6 € per day
Cheapest providerGoldcar

Hiring a car in Tenerife: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyGoldcar
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price151 €
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Tenerife

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Tenerife car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Tenerife that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Tenerife for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Tenerife avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Tenerife, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Tenerife car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Tenerife is 151 € per day or 508 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 6 € per day for Medium hire from TopCar. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 57 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 90 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 223 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 20 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Tenerife is Medium, compact SUV. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Tenerife are currently Goldcar and Record go.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tenerife is currently October.
On average, around 508 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Tenerife is 36 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Tenerife for a whole month is 1.866 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Tenerife, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Tenerife that have free cancellation. 
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Tenerife offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Tenerife, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Tenerife is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.