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Cheap car hire in Cebu City
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cebu City
- It’s always a delight to be able to explore a new place on your own terms and your own timetable. Cebu is the central starting point to a plethora of beautiful road trips, so car hire in Cebu City is a great way to ensure you make the most of your time in the Philippines. A day trip to Iloilo will see you covering 150 km and exploring Jaro Cathedral and Gigante Island. Ormoc is also around 150 km from Cebu, while the Mayon Volcano (330 km from Cebu) will give you an escape from city life.
- Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) has two terminals, one for domestic flights and one for international flights. If you’re arriving from Australia, you’ll touch down at Terminal 2, which has a wide range of hire car kiosks in the arrivals hall. Whether you’re looking for cheap car hire in Cebu City or a luxury experience, pre-booking through KAYAK is a great way to ensure the vehicle type you’re after will be available.
- Though the Philippines may be closer to Australia than America, the road rules are more in line with what you find in the US. The most important factor to keep in mind is that vehicles drive on the right-hand side of the road and overtake on the left. This also means giving way to the left at roundabouts and intersections. Though this is easier to get used to than it sounds in theory, it’s still worth familiarising yourself with the local road rules before picking up your car hire in Cebu City.
- Buses, trucks and heavy vehicles must adhere to different speed limits in Cebu City than regular vehicles. Their limits are generally 20-30 km/h slower than the speed you’ll be permitted to travel at. Indeed, if the streets are crowded, they’ll be reduced to just 20 km/h. It’s important to be patient if you get stuck behind a large vehicle; only overtake if it’s safe and legal to do so, and don’t beep your horn unnecessarily.
- Book your car hire in Cebu City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car in Cebu City
What type of car is recommended for driving in Cebu City?
If you’re travelling on a budget or flying solo, base your Cebu City car hire search around compact vehicles. Not only will you save money on the booking, but you’ll also find it easier to navigate the twists and turns of Cebu City’s streets. Compact cars are ideal for road trips, since they offer the best fuel economy. However, if you’re bringing some extra passengers or a lot of gear with you, then an SUV will give you a good compromise between fuel economy and spaciousness.
What’s the speed limit in Cebu City?
Speed limits in the Philippines have a history of changing abruptly to suit the evolving needs of the populace. At present, most roads within Cebu City will have a speed limit of 40 or 50 km/h. Keep an eye out for signs and default to the slower speed if you’re uncertain. If you’re heading out of the city on a road trip, you may encounter roads with speeds of 70 and 80 km/h. On the highway, you may be able to get up to 100 km/h. Since the speed limits are subject to change at short notice, it’s important to base your speed on the posted signs.
Where are the best places to park in Cebu City?
You’ll find a mix of paid and free parking opportunities in Cebu City. Shopping centres like SM Seaside City offer free parking, while Ayala Center charges approximately ₱ 100 (A$ 2.70). Many restaurants, like La Vie Parisienne, offer free valet parking, but there’s a lot of variance in Cebu City, so it’s important to keep an eye out for signs and parking attendants.
How much is the price of fuel in Cebu City?
The average price of fuel in Cebu City is €4.56 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €55 and €73, depending on the car size.
How can I find car hires near me in Cebu City?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Cebu City?
A Mini car hire in Cebu City costs €31 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cebu City?
An Economy car hire in Cebu City costs €39 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Cebu City?
A Compact car hire in Cebu City costs €34 per day, on average.
Cebu City car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.4
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.4
One location in Cebu City
Locations in Cebu City
Lapu-lapu Airport Rd
+63 917 719 1180
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8.0 Very Good
Feb 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
Avis
5.6
Fair
7 reviewsCleanliness
5.3
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
5.3
One location in Cebu City
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6.0 Okay
Mar 2024
2.8 Poor
Dec 2019
Pros:
The pick up and drop off were dismal. They advertise it is drop off and pick up at the airport. This is not true. Their site is off the airport and there was no one there waiting for me at the airport. It took me 40 minutes of phone calls and then another 40 minutes for them to arrive and take me to their off site office. I had to drop off the car early because I had a 6 o'clock in the morning flight. They wanted to charge extra for that and I showed that on the reservation I was dropping the car off between 4 and 5:00 in the morning. When it came time to drop the car off there was no one there at the office or at the airport. I had to leave the car in their parking lot and did not have anyone to return my 7500 peso deposit. Is a poorly run operation and I would not recommend it for anyone3.2 Poor
Jan 2018
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AVIS SAYS THEY HAVE A AIRPORT PICKUP BUT ACTUALLY THEY DO NOT HAVE A COUNTER OR KIOSK. WE WALKED AROUND ASKING OTHER COMPANIES AND AIRPORT STAFF IF THEY KNEW WHERE AVIS WAS UNTIL WE WERE APPROACHED AFTER 30 MINUTES AFTER OUR PICK UP TIME BY A LADY WITH A CLIPBOARD AND AVIS NAME TAG. FROM THERE IT WAS SKETCH AND A HASSLE TO FINALLY GET INTO OUR CAR (HAD A HARD TIME PROCESSING OUR CREDIT CARD AND WAS DEMANDING CASH) AFTER ANOTHER 20 MINUTE HASSLE WE WERE IN OUR CAR. BEFORE WE LEFT WE VERIFIED THAT THIS SAME AVIS EMPLOYEE WOULD BE MEETING US AT DEPARTURES AND DOOR AT A VERY SPECIFIC TIME. WHEN THE DAY CAME TO DROP OFF OUR CAR SHE NOR ANY OTHER AVIS EMPLOYEE WAS ANYWHERE TO BE FOUND. MY HUSBAND AND I HAD TO LEAVE OUR CAR AND IN THE RAIN GO SEARCH FOR SOMEONE TO COLLECT OUR CAR AS WE CONVINCED AIRPORT SECURITY TO LET IT SIT IN THE PASSENGER UNLOADING LANE. WE LOOKED FOR 45 MINUTES UNTIL WE FOUND HER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SHE LAUGHED SAYING SHE GOT THE TIME WRONG WTF! WE ALMOST MISSED OUR FLIGHT! THEN SHE DIDN'T HAVE ANY PAPER WORK TO GIVE US SAYING SHE FORGOT IT OR GUARANTEE THAT THE CAR WAS RETURNED WITH A FULL TAKE OF GAS AND IN GOOD CONDITION. SHE SIGNED OUR PAPERS SHE GAVE US ON THE FIRST DAY WE STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED OUR DEPOSIT REFUND!!!!!! DONT TRUST THIS AIRPORTS AVIS!8.8 Very Good
Dec 2017
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Very easy to deal with - hire in phillipines is generally more expensive than other countries2.0 Poor
Apr 2017
Pros:
Nothing, I originally liked they were located on airport instead of others listed off site with shuttle services. But that was a lieCons:
First off its listed as an airport location, well it's not. 2nd there are booths for car rental companies, but Avis doesn't have a booth, so there is "suppose" to be someone apparently walking around representing Avis. But she/he wasn't there either. Had to call the local office, when traveling abroad making a phone call can be challenging, then wait for them after already wasting time trying to locate them, bottom line, AVOID!!2.0 Poor
Jan 2017
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Car was left back ..as we got it ..and they have not returned my depositEnterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
Very Good
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Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cebu City
Locations in Cebu City
Lapu Lapu Airport Rd
+63 917 719 1180
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Fox
10.0
Wonderful
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One location in Cebu City
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Dollar
8.6
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Cebu City
Locations in Cebu City
2nd Flr Punta Engano Rd
+63 999 678 4330
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Thrifty
5.7
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Cebu City
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2nd Flr Punta Engano Rd
+63 999 678 4330
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No reviews available
National
4.9
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Cebu City
Locations in Cebu City
Lapu Lapu Airport Rd
+63 917 719 1180
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No reviews available
keddy by Europcar
6.2
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Cebu City
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Hertz
No score available yet
2 locations in Cebu City
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2nd Flr Punta Engano Rd
+63 959 886 8059
Arrival Lobby
+63 922 822 9453
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2018
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They did not have my vehicle available, although I had reserved months in advance. They went through another company to obtain a vehicle for me, but that was only after waiting nearly two hours at the airport with my wife and two small children. They assured me the cost would be the same, but I had to pay more (approximately $100 more).Saferide Car Rental
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One location in Cebu City
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Jose L Briones Street NRA
+63 917 540 0159
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No reviews available
Saferide Car Rental Philippines
No score available yet
One location in Cebu City
Locations in Cebu City
Jose L Briones Street NRA
+63 917 540 0159
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No reviews available
Car hire locations in or near Cebu City
When to book a car hire in Cebu City
Car hire insurance in Cebu City
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Cebu City car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Cebu City.
Deductible
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Cebu City car hire.