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Cheap Car Hire in Germany 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 Germany with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 17/7. 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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Germany car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Germany. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 May 2026.

Most popular company

Flex To Go

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R783

Cheapest price per day

R484
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Popular car types in Germany

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Germany and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 May 2026.
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There are currently 7 264 hire locations operating in Germany spread across 61 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Germany is small car at R484 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R484+

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Compact

Compact

R556+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R647+

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Standard

Standard

R697+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R965+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 251+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R554+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

R556+

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Compare car hire deals in Germany by type

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

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

Here are the best Germany SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR484/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Found 05/16/26
Ford KaR485/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Found 05/16/26
Ford FiestaR544/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 05/17/26

Best car hire deals found in Germany

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Germany. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Germany with an average daily rate of R807. Data was last updated on 17 May 2026.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR484/day
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Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Found 05/16/26
Ford KaR485/day
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Ford Ka
Found 05/16/26
Ford FiestaR544/day
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Ford Fiesta
Found 05/17/26

Cheapflights insights for Germany car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Germany, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R776/day – about 1 311% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Germany?

In Germany, the most affordable car hire company right now is Wheego, offering prices from just R398,26/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at R453,16/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Germany? November is the cheapest month, costing about R818 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R995. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R868

February

R961

March

R881

April

R911

May

R953

June

R896

July

R995

August

R937

September

R903

October

R903

November

R818

December

R971

What car do most people hire in Germany?

Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo, for example) are the most popular in Germany. Compact (Kia Cee'd) and Passenger van (Volkswagen Touran) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Germany.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Germany?

Sunnycars has 895 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Germany at 819.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Germany?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Germany, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 3 409 pickup locations in Germany to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 May 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Germany, Stuttgart offers the lowest average car hire price at just R468/day. Other affordable options include Hamburg (R501/day), Munich (R519/day), and Frankfurt am Main (R539/day).

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Top rental agencies in Germany

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Germany known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Germany. Reviews were last updated on 17 May 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,2
Good
209 reviews•265 locations
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Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Sixt

6,8
Okay
209 reviews•525 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,7

Europcar

6,9
Okay
53 reviews•651 locations
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Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Hertz

6,8
Okay
54 reviews•268 locations
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Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,8

Budget

6,7
Okay
42 reviews•309 locations
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,2

Thrifty

7,5
Good
3 reviews•195 locations
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Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,9

keddy by Europcar

7,5
Good
4 reviews•819 locations
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Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,5

Avis

6,8
Okay
27 reviews•377 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 May 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Germany?

    With an average price of R617/day, Wheego is the most popular car hire provider in Germany, booking 63% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Germany?

    When visiting Germany, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Stuttgart where rental cars typically will cost around R468/day (44% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Germany was found in Stuttgart for just R261/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Germany?

    Cars in Germany are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in Germany

Browse car hires by fuel type in Germany. Deals were last updated on 17 May 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Germany. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

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Electric

R54+

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