Car Hire in Israel

Israel is quite a small country, which makes it ideal to explore with car rentals. However, Israel’s major cities, like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, are often extremely congested, with high volumes of traffic at most times. Free roadside parking is available in Israel, but only where there are no markings to indicate otherwise. Understandably, free parking spots are often taken, and it can be hard to find empty spaces. Make sure you read any road signs carefully before parking your hire car, as some signs may specify times or circumstances when parking is not permitted. Paid car parks and parking metres are available but are also often busy. Even if you opt for car hire in Israel, it may be best to use public transport while exploring the cities. Tel Aviv and Jerusalem have well-maintained inner city bus networks, and taxis and rideshare services are widely available throughout tourist areas.

Israel has some beautiful scenery that is well worth exploring by car. One of Israel's most impressive scenic roads is Road 90, which runs directly along the Dead Sea coast. The road offers unique desert scenery and is also one of the lowest roads in the world. Drivers should be aware that other drivers may travel at high speeds along this route and that there are no clear markings to divide the lanes. Take care to stay on your side and allow other drivers to pass rather than trying to keep up or overtake. Another beautiful Israeli route is the Carmel Scenic Road through the Carmel Mountains. This route is located close to the city of Nazareth, where visitors will find fuel stations, hotels, and places to eat. The Carmel Mountain Road takes drivers through the picturesque Carmel Forest. This area is one of the best in Israel to explore if you opt for cheap rental cars during your trip.

People drive on the right in Israel. If you are travelling to Israel from a country that drives on the opposite side of the road, then this may take some getting used to, especially if you intend to hire a car during your stay.

Out of 137 countries, Israel ranked 46 for road quality. On a scale of 1 to 7, where 7 is the highest score, Israel scored 4.6 for their road quality. The quality of the roads within the country may vary based on where you visit and the weather.

The highest Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have in Israel while still legally able to operate a vehicle is 2.38 mg/l. However, some regions or cities within Israel might have different BAC limits, so it’s important to do your research before you travel. Be aware that 18 is the legal drinking age in Israel, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

When it comes to hiring a car in Israel, travellers prefer to rent a Economy. In fact, 27% of our momondo users rented this type of car in the past 30 days and paid an average of £18 per day.

Last week, the price of petrol in Israel was £1.90 per litre on average. This is subject to change based the city you visit, time of year, and the country’s current economy. In contrast, Algeria currently has the lowest average petrol prices at £0.27 per litre. You should also consider visiting Hong Kong, though here you will find the most expensive average petrol prices at £2.47 per litre.

Yes, whether it is for cars in Israel or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Israel with fair fuel policies.

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Israel.

Absolutely. You can specifically filter for car hire deals in Israel with unlimited mileage on momondo.