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Cologne car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cologne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 February 2026.

Most popular company

FLEXTOGO

Price of petrol per litre

R33,50

Average price per day

R660

Cheapest price per day

R653
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Cheapflights insights for Cologne car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Cologne 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R609/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 261% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Cologne?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Cologne is Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
10.0
Alamo
Alamo
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
8.0

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

Planning to hire a car in Cologne? November is the cheapest month, costing about R657 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R817. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R705

February

R689

March

R689

April

R737

May

R721

June

R689

July

R817

August

R737

September

R673

October

R705

November

R657

December

R785

What car do most people hire in Cologne?

Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cologne. Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Opel Zafira Tourer or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cologne?

Sunnycars has 23 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLIZZR has the second-highest number of locations in Cologne at 13.

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Top rental agencies in Cologne

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cologne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cologne. Reviews were last updated on 8 February 2026.

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•5 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

keddy by Europcar

11 locations
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Thrifty

5 locations
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Europcar

10 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
14 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,5

Dollar

5 locations
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Hertz

5,7
Fair
6 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

5,7

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

5,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 February 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cologne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R660/day when booking a car hire in Cologne. The absolute best deal a user found was for R653/day from Flex To Go, booked on Feb. 3.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cologne for a week from Flex To Go?

    Flex To Go is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cologne, offering car hire for around R4 568 per week on average.

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

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

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