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Budapest, Hungary car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Budapest, Hungary. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.

Most popular company

KLASSWAGEN

Price of petrol per litre

R30,03

Average price per day

R252

Cheapest price per day

R222

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Budapest, Hungary 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 29 April 2025.

January

R407

February

R352

March

R352

April

R444

May

R500

June

R556

July

R722

August

R667

September

R519

October

R500

November

R407

December

R537

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Budapest is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Budapest, Hungary

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Budapest, Hungary to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2025.

Small cars

R467 - R1 546

All Car Types

R604 - R2 125

To hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of R644/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary (~R467/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 546/day). In fact, July is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, renting a small car saves you 45% 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.

To hire a medium car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of R800/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Budapest, Hungary (~R52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 018/day). In fact, February is about 94% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, renting a medium car saves you 32% 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.

To hire a large car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of R1 386/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Budapest, Hungary (~R1 492/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 377/day). In fact, February is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, renting a large car is 17% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of R673/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Budapest, Hungary (~R464/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R2 125/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, renting a SUV saves you 43% 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.

To hire a van in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of R1 198/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Budapest, Hungary (~R785/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 714/day). In fact, June is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, renting a van is 3% more expensive. 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.

Top rental agencies in Budapest, Hungary

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Budapest, Hungary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Budapest, Hungary. Reviews were last updated on 29 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Budapest, such as GREEN MOTION , BUCHBINDER and Sixt. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

GREEN MOTION

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,3

BUCHBINDER

8,0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

7,4
Good
4 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,4

Hertz

7,4
Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Europcar

7,0
Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,9

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,9

Budget

2,5
Poor
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,5

Comfort

4,5

Overall

2,5

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,5

Avis

2,0
Poor
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Budapest, Hungary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Budapest?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R252/day when booking a car hire in Budapest. The absolute best deal a user found was for R222/day from Klass Wagen, booked on Apr. 27.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10,0 rating), Sixt (8,3 rating) and BUCHBINDER (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Budapest.

  • What are petrol prices like in Budapest?

    The average price of petrol in Budapest is R30,03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 351 and R1 952 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Budapest for a week from Klass Wagen?

    Hiring a car in Budapest for a week can be a great option for travel. Klass Wagen, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R1 765/week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 42% in Budapest - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Budapest check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Budapest for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Budapest can be found for R7 563. You can find car hire deals to be on average R252 a day.

  • What car do most people hire in Budapest?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Volkswagen Polo) in Budapest, making it the most popular option.

Car hires by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary

Browse car hires by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Budapest, Hungary. Deals were last updated on 29 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R23+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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