Germany

Cheap Car Hire in Germany from R485

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 28/7 and drop-off date of 4/8. 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 9 June 2026.

Most popular company

Flex To Go

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R786

Cheapest price per day

R485

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 9 June 2026.

There are currently 7 297 hire locations operating in Germany spread across 70 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Germany is small car at R485 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

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 R625. Data was last updated on 9 June 2026.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR485/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Kia PicantoR498/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Ford FiestaR544/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 R778/day – about 1 313% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Germany?

In Germany, the most affordable car hire company right now is keddy by Europcar, offering prices from just R27,42/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at R32,14/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 R805 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R982. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R864

February

R947

March

R873

April

R901

May

R969

June

R887

July

R982

August

R926

September

R899

October

R892

November

R805

December

R958

What car do most people hire in Germany?

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

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 1 299 pickup locations in Germany to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Germany, Stuttgart offers the lowest average car hire price at just R464/day. Other affordable options include Munich (R506/day), Hamburg (R513/day), and Frankfurt am Main (R553/day).

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 9 June 2026.

Budget

6,6
Okay
42 reviews309 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,2

Avis

6,8
Okay
27 reviews377 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,0

National

6,7
Okay
9 reviews33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

Oase

1 location

INTERLINE

17 locations

BUCHBINDER

500 locations

CARO

58 locations

Akko Car Rental

4 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2026.
  • 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 R464/day (43% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Germany was found in Stuttgart for just R258/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 9 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Germany. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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