KAYAK’s insights & trends for North Macedonia car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in North Macedonia with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in North Macedonia?
You should book your car hire in North Macedonia around 53 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in North Macedonia?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Interways (฿16.23/day), Autounion Car Rental (฿20.11/day), and DISCOUNT.QUEBEC (฿20.12/day).
What is the most popular rental car in North Macedonia?
Hires in the Small category (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option in North Macedonia, costing ฿1,585/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ฿859/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North Macedonia?
The cheapest month to hire a car in North Macedonia is February at an average cost of ฿460/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in North Macedonia when prices are ฿1,444/day on average, which tends to be 5,676% above the yearly average hire price for North Macedonia.
Which car hire company in North Macedonia has the most locations?
Avis, Q Rent Macedonia, Star Car and Express Rent a Car each operate 2 locations in North Macedonia, more than any other car hire company.
North Macedonia car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in North Macedonia by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Small cars
฿485 - ฿1,529
All Car Types
฿1,739 - ฿3,080
How much does it cost to hire a small car in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire a van in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in North Macedonia?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in North Macedonia?
Small car hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿880 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ฿485 per day, which is about 45% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 62% cheaper than the average car hire in North Macedonia, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿2,597 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ฿1,936 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 12% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿3,303 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average ฿2,516 per day, which is about 24% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 31% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia but offer more comfort for longer trips.
SUV hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿2,823 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ฿2,107 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 19% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿3,077 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average ฿2,494 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 25% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿3,610 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ฿1,280 per day, which is about 65% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 37% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in North Macedonia typically costs around ฿4,080 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ฿2,637 per day, which is about 36% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 44% more expensive than the average car hire in North Macedonia but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Small
Top tips for hiring a car in North Macedonia
North Macedonia shares borders with several countries, including Greece, Albania, and Bulgaria; in addition, the region enjoys a favourable cross-border policy with its EU neighbors, so you can use your rental car to visit them if you choose. Be aware that you will have to purchase special insurance for this type of travel, and if you rent from Enterprise, you will incur a fee of 1,837 MKD (about 34 USD) for each border you cross.
If you are traveling with companions, you should consider adding an additional driver if you rent a car in North Macedonia. If a designated driver is needed, make sure there is already someone legally allowed to operate the vehicle, and remember to take turns behind the wheel on long road trips. There is a fee that applies, which should be no more than 1,297 MKD (approx. 24 USD) per vehicle.
As always, when parking a rental car in an unfamiliar country, you should always use well-lit areas or parking lots whenever possible. Locals are known to ignore strict parking regulations, so be careful how you park your vehicle. Parking rates in North Macedonia are usually about 25 MKD to 50 MKD per hour (about 0.46 USD to 0.92 USD) and fines are about 2,500 MKD (about 46 USD) if you are in violation.
One great way to explore the country of North Macedonia is to take the national motorway, the A1, which connects its northern region near Serbia and the southern region near Greece. Along the way, you can visit the ancient Kokino observatory at Kumanovo and visit the town of Gevgelija, known for its agricultural produce, silkworms, and casinos, about 70 km (about 43 mi) from Thessaloniki, Greece.
Small rental cars in North Macedonia are around 53% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in North Macedonia
How can I find car hires near me in North Macedonia?
Unfortunately, you will need an International Driver’s Permit along with a valid US driver’s license in order to rent a car in North Macedonia. Drivers always use the right side of the road, and dimmed headlights are required to be on at all times while the vehicle is in motion. There are fines that apply to violators, so you should make careful note of this.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in North Macedonia?
In general, you must be at least 21 years of age and no older than 75 to rent a car in North Macedonia. For certain vehicle types, you must have held your license for two years (minivans and SUVs). Companies like Enterprise will also apply a young drivers fee of 918 MDK (17 USD) per day to drivers under the age of 24.
How much does petrol cost in North Macedonia?
It will cost you about 66.50 MKD (approximately 1.23 USD ) to purchase a liter of petrol in North Macedonia and about 4.64 USD for a gallon. You will pay about 4.19 USD for a gallon of diesel and 60 MKD (about 1.11 USD) by the liter. Also, not all petrol stations use credit cards, so be sure to carry some Denar notes in case you need them.
What are the speed limits in North Macedonia?
You can drive at speeds up to 130 km/h or about 81 mph when traveling along the highways in North Macedonia, but on rural roads you should reduce your speed to 80-100 km/h (between 49 and 62 mph). When driving around the urban areas, which are more populated, the speed limit is further reduced to 50 km/h or about 31 mph.
Car rental directory
Sixt car hire locations in North Macedonia
10 Locations
keddy by Europcar car hire locations in North Macedonia
9 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in North Macedonia
8 Locations
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL car hire locations in North Macedonia
8 Locations
Europcar car hire locations in North Macedonia
7 Locations
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC car hire locations in North Macedonia
5 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in North Macedonia
5 Locations
Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in North Macedonia
5 Locations
Interways car hire locations in North Macedonia
5 Locations
City Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in North Macedonia
5 Locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in North Macedonia
4 Locations
Sharr Express car hire locations in North Macedonia
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Car hire locations in North Macedonia
Everything you need to know for your car rental in North Macedonia
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