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Libya car hire at a glance

Most popular providerSixt
Most popular carSmall, mini
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentFebruary
Best time to book3 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Libya could cost, we've pulled prices from Libya.

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Sixt
Europcar
Avis
Keddy By Europcar
Hertz

Cities in Libya

Take a look at the different cities in Libya you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Car hire in Tripoli

From
$54
per day

Car hire in Tripoli

From
$54
per day

Airports in Libya

If you’re flying to Libya it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Mitiga Airport

From
$61
per day

Car hire at Mitiga Airport

From
$61
per day

Find cheap car hire in Libya

Hyundai i10

or similar mini

Sixt
41AutomaticAC
Hyundai i10
From
$54
per day

Hyundai Kona

or similar economy SUV

Hertz
53AutomaticAC
Hyundai Kona

Unlimited mileage

Pay on arrival

From
$77
per day

Hyundai Accent

or similar intermediate

Sixt
51AutomaticAC
Hyundai Accent
From
$78
per day

Toyota Sienna

or similar mini passenger van

Hertz
53AutomaticAC
Toyota Sienna

Unlimited mileage

Pay on arrival

From
$91
per day

Opel Combo-e Cargo

or similar fullsize passenger van

Hertz
54AutomaticAC
Opel Combo-e Cargo

Unlimited mileage

Pay on arrival

From
$119
per day

Volvo XC60

or similar premium SUV

Sixt
73AutomaticAC
Volvo XC60
From
$134
per day

Hyundai i10

or similar mini

Sixt
41AutomaticAC
Hyundai i10
From
$64
per day

Hyundai Accent

or similar intermediate

Sixt
51AutomaticAC
Hyundai Accent
From
$93
per day

Volkswagen T-Cross

or similar compact SUV

Avis
53AutomaticAC
Volkswagen T-Cross

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$136
per day

Hyundai Staria

or similar fullsize passenger van

Sixt
112AutomaticAC
Hyundai Staria
From
$146
per day

Hyundai Staria

or similar fullsize passenger van

Sixt
112AutomaticAC
Hyundai Staria
From
$146
per day

Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar premium passenger van

Avis
52AutomaticAC
Hyundai Santa Fe

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$279
per day

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Libya

The cheapest month to rent a car in Libya is February, when the average cost per day is $64. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is August, when the average cost per day is $65. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Libya is November.
Oct
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Nov
$81 per day
Dec
$65 per day
Jan
$79 per day
Feb
$64 per day
Mar
$76 per day
Apr
$70 per day
May
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Jun
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Jul
$71 per day
Aug
$65 per day
Sep
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To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Libya could cost, we've pulled prices from Libya.

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Car hire in Libya: FAQs

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Libya depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Libya, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

It’s easy to hire a car in Libya. First, you need to decide where in Libya you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

It depends where in Libya you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Tripoli. On average, it costs $87 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is $54 per day.

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Libya is Sixt. You can rent a car with them for $162 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Sixt, you can dig deeper here.

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Libya. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The time you have to cancel 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 policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might need to pay a cancellation fee or you won’t get a refund.
We couldn’t find any electric car hire deals in Libya. More EVs are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
The easiest way to compare car hire in Libya is to look at lots of companies at the same time, rather than checking each one individually.

Skyscanner is a comparison website. We search 6 car hire companies and compare prices across 126 available cars – so you don't have to.
Small car hire is the most popular choice in Libya. Think models like the Hyundai i10. Around 31% of recent Skyscanner bookings in Libya were for this type of car.

Here are some other popular choices in Libya.
· Mini (like the Hyundai i10 or similar)
· 24% of recent bookings
· Medium (like the Hyundai Accent or similar)
· 19% of recent bookings
Most people hiring a car in Libya book it for 2 days. If you're still deciding how long your trip’s going to be, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
· 1 day: $108
· 1 week: $713
· 2 weeks: $1,426
· 1 month: $2,410

If your plans are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
SUV hire, which is usually something like the Fiat 500, averages $174 per day. The cheapest price we found for SUV hire in Libya is $120 per day with Keddy By Europcar.
The best time to book car hire in Libya is usually as early as possible, especially if you’re travelling during busy periods.

You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is more limited.
Yes! Most car hire companies in Libya offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Libya, just enter today's date on Skyscanner to compare prices.
Some companies in Libya let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don’t.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could void your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
A good car hire deal in Libya is usually anything under $81 per day. That's about 25% cheaper than the average car hire cost in Libya, which is $108 per day.

The cheapest price we found in Libya is $64 per day with Europcar for Small car hire.

You will need insurance to rent a car in Libya, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

To rent a car with most companies in Libya you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Libya

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Libya is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire company in Libya is Sixt. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Sixt.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $64 a day and $445 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Libya you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Libya. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Libya is Tripoli. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Libya.

Hire a car long term in Libya

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Libya with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

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