Perugia car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Perugia
The best car rental companies in Perugia are Sixt, Europcar, Hertz. Prices start from €29/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 11%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Perugia
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€32/day
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#2
Europcar
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€31/day
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#3
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€33/day
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#4
Avis
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€32/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€29/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€34/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€30/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€35/day
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#9
Umbria Rent
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€24/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Perugia
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €29 | Fiat Panda | 4 |
| Compact | €35 | Opel Corsa | 5 |
| SUV | €52 | Jeep Renegade | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €75 | Fiat Doblo | 7 |
| Luxury | €90 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Perugia
Airport — Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG)
PEG sits about 12km east of central Perugia, roughly a 20-minute drive, with rental desks in the small arrivals hall.
Downtown — Perugia city center
Downtown desks near the historic core suit travelers who want a car to reach Assisi, Lake Trasimeno, or the Umbrian hill towns beyond the walkable center.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~11% of base rate | PEG airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €10–18/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €5–9/day | Per extra driver |
| High-season peak surcharge | 15–30% above base rate | July–August bookings |
| Refundable deposit | €200–400 | Standard hold at pickup |
| ZTL (restricted traffic zone) risk | €80–100 fine if entered without permit | Driving into Perugia's historic center |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Perugia
- Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) sits about 12km east of the city center, roughly a 20-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
- Corso Vannucci, Perugia's elegant pedestrian main street, runs through the historic hilltop center.
- The Fontana Maggiore, a 13th-century fountain, anchors the central Piazza IV Novembre.
- The underground Rocca Paolina fortress, built over a buried medieval neighborhood, sits beneath the city center.
- The UNESCO-linked town of Assisi is about 25 minutes southeast of Perugia by car.
- Italy uses EUR as its official currency, so no conversion is needed for travelers from the eurozone.
- The rolling hills of Umbria involve narrow, winding roads best suited to a compact car.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Perugia
Do you need a car in Perugia?
A car is useful for reaching Assisi, Lake Trasimeno, and the Umbrian hill towns, though the historic hilltop center itself is best explored on foot.
How far is Perugia Airport from the city center?
About 12km, roughly a 20-minute drive, with rental desks in the arrivals hall.
Can I drive from Perugia to Assisi?
Yes, Assisi is about 25 minutes southeast of Perugia by car.
Is parking easy in central Perugia?
Central Perugia has a ZTL (restricted traffic zone) with fines for unauthorized entry; park in one of the peripheral garages and use the escalators or minimetrò into the center.
What currency are prices shown in for Perugia?
Prices are shown in EUR, the local currency.
What is the cheapest car type in Perugia?
Economy cars like a Fiat Panda start around €29/day. An SUV starts around €52/day.
How far is Lake Trasimeno from Perugia?
About 30 minutes west of the city by car.
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