Helsinki

Cheap Car Hire in Helsinki from R805

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Helsinki with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Helsinki, Finland
Mai 5 — Mai 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Helsinki, Finland
So 5/5
Noon
So 12/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Helsinki?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Helsinki and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

January

R789

February

R846

March

R752

April

R676

May

R695

June

R865

July

R1 015

August

R1 147

September

R658

October

R620

November

R620

December

R959

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Helsinki is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Helsinki

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Helsinki and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

In Helsinki, there are 86 active hire locations from 24 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Helsinki in the past week - currently priced from R805/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

R1 200+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 273+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 582+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 854+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R1 081+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 246+

Compare available car types for rental in Helsinki

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Helsinki to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Small cars

R664 - R7 379

All Car Types

R664 - R7 379

To hire a small car in Helsinki, Finland, you would pay an average price of R1 152/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Helsinki, Finland (~R664/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R7 379/day). In fact, December is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Helsinki. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Helsinki, renting a small car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Helsinki small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan AlmeraR805/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Volkswagen Polo VivoR899/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Helsinki

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Helsinki known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Helsinki. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Helsinki, including Autounion Car Rental, Europcar and Hertz in Helsinki. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Autounion Car Rental

3 locations

Europcar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Hertz

10,0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Dollar

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

GREEN MOTION

9,0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,0

Sixt

8,6
Very Good
4 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,5
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,4

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,7

Avis

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Best Helsinki car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Helsinki. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Helsinki with an average daily rate of R1 348. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Helsinki. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Nissan AlmeraR805/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Volkswagen Polo VivoR899/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 200/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Helsinki, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Helsinki?

    When you book a car rental in Helsinki, you will need to fulfil certain requirements. You must be at least 20 years old and have held your license for one year. This condition could vary depending on the category of car you choose to rent. For luxury car rental you will need to be 25 years old, and you will need a valid driver's license and proof of identification. If you are an international driver, you can use your passport as proof. You will also need to carry an International Driver's Permit. You are also required to show proof of residence. A hotel booking can do as one.

  • What are the rules for driving in Helsinki?

    Once you have secured a rental car in Helsinki, you must be sure to have your headlights at all times as per the law. When driving your Helsinki car rentals, remember to drive on the right side of the road. In Helsinki, seat belts are mandatory for the front and back seats. Children under 3 years old must be strapped into an appropriately-fitted car seat and you can book one for your rental cars in Helsinki as an extra feature. The alcohol limit is 0.5 grams/litre when operating a vehicle.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Helsinki?

    Driving rental cars in Helsinki is easy, as fellow drivers follow the rules well, the roads are in good condition and are well marked. Traffic jams are a rare occurrence. Be aware, that there are a fair amount of roundabouts and you could encounter wildlife passing on a road. Other than that, the choice of which vehicle is best for a car rental in Helsinki is up to you. The city itself is highly environmentally conscious so you might prefer to book an electric car rental and reduce emissions while increasing your fuel efficiency.

  • What type are the best places to park in Helsinki?

    When looking for a place to park your economy car rental, you will see that on-street parking spaces do have time limit restrictions. These are metered parking spaces and you must purchase a voucher from a vending machine or gas stations to secure time in these spaces. Then be sure the voucher is visible on your dashboard. Some spaces require a parking disk. On-street parking is free in some places but carries a time restriction, and for these spaces you must use a parking disc. You will find there are paid parking lots available in and around the city centre. The most popular choice is at the CityCentre Mall.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Helsinki?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Helsinki from the following companies over the past two weeks: ADDCAR RENTAL (R805/day), keddy by Europcar (R899/day), and Alamo (R1 800/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Helsinki?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (10,0 rating), Dollar (10,0 rating) and Europcar (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Helsinki.

  • What are petrol prices like in Helsinki?

    The average price of petrol in Helsinki is R37,99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 709 and R2 469 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Helsinki for a week from Sixt?

    From Sixt you can hire a car in Helsinki from about R4 595 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Helsinki for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 31% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 56 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Helsinki.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Helsinki?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Helsinki for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Helsinki for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Helsinki is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Helsinki. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Helsinki for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Helsinki?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Helsinki is Economy (Volkswagen Polo) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Helsinki

Find small car hire deals in Helsinki from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Helsinki cost an average of R1 219 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Suzuki CelerioR1 162/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio
Renault KwidR1 162/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Suzuki CelerioR1 185/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio

Van hires in Helsinki

Find people carrier hire deals in Helsinki from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Helsinki cost an average of R3 079 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Helsinki. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van hires.
Suzuki ErtigaR2 582/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR2 582/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR2 881/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Helsinki

Browse car hires by fuel type in Helsinki. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Helsinki. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Helsinki. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R54+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Helsinki
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