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Cheap Car Hire in Budapest, Hungary from R484

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Budapest with a pick-up date of 25/12 and drop-off date of 10/1. 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.
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Popular car types in Budapest, Hungary

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Budapest, Hungary and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 October 2025.

There are 45 hire agencies servicing Budapest. These agencies, altogether, have 115 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Budapest with prices from R484 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Budapest:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 475+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Budapest, Hungary by type

Here are the best Budapest small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Budapest medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PicantoR484/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki CiazR515/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FiestaR542/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Best car hire deals found in Budapest

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Budapest, Hungary. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Budapest, Hungary with an average daily rate of R706. Data was last updated on 28 October 2025.
Kia PicantoR484/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki CiazR515/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FiestaR542/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Cheapflights insights for Budapest car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Budapest, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Budapest?

For the best savings on car hire in Budapest, make your reservation 32 days before pickup. The average price then is just R396/day – about 1 469% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Budapest?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Budapest is BUCHBINDER (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review). GREEN MOTION (rated 8.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Budapest?

Planning to hire a car in Budapest? February is the cheapest month, costing about R327 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R602. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R379

February

R327

March

R327

April

R430

May

R430

June

R448

July

R602

August

R585

September

R396

October

R396

November

R379

December

R499

What car do most people hire in Budapest?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Budapest are the following: SUV cars (Peugeot 3008 or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Intermediate cars (Skoda Octavia Combi or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Budapest?

Sixt has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLIZZR has the second-highest number of locations in Budapest at 9.

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 28 October 2025.

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

GREEN MOTION

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,3

Sixt

7,7
Good
5 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,7

Avis

7,6
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,8

Hertz

7,4
Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

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

U-Save

3 locations

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 28 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Budapest for a week from Wheego?

    Hiring a car in Budapest for a week can be a great option for travel. Wheego, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R3 591/week on average.

  • 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 is a car hire in Budapest for a weekend?

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Budapest, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Budapest, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary

Browse car hires by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Budapest, Hungary. Deals were last updated on 28 October 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R27+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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