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Cheap Car Hire in Germany from R420

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 10/9 and drop-off date of 22/9. 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 28 July 2026.

Most popular company

Flex To Go

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R794

Cheapest price per day

R420
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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 28 July 2026.
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There are currently 7 328 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 R420 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R471+

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Compact

Compact

R496+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R545+

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Mini

Mini

R420+

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Premium

Premium

R654+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R4 285+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

R557+

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Compact estate car

Compact estate car

R560+

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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 R573. Data was last updated on 28 July 2026.
Kia PicantoR420/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 07/27/26
Ford KaR471/day
2
M
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Ford Ka
Found 07/27/26
Hyundai AtosR496/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Atos
Found 07/27/26

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 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just R804/day – about 1 330% 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 R24,51/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at R33,56/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 R841 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 008. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R894

February

R962

March

R890

April

R939

May

R1 007

June

R967

July

R1 008

August

R928

September

R938

October

R930

November

R841

December

R989

What car do most people hire in Germany?

Passenger van cars (Volkswagen Touran, for example) are the most popular in Germany. Economy (Opel Corsa) and Premium (Volvo S60) 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 1 303 pickup locations in Germany to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 July 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Germany, Munich offers the lowest average car hire price at just R519/day. Other affordable options include Frankfurt am Main (R530/day), Düsseldorf (R549/day), and Berlin (R636/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 28 July 2026.

Budget

6,6
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42 reviews•311 locations
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,2

Avis

6,8
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27 reviews•379 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,9

National

6,7
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9 reviews•33 locations
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Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

Oase

1 location
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INTERLINE

17 locations
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BUCHBINDER

500 locations
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CARO

58 locations
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Akko Car Rental

4 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 July 2026.

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

    With an average price of R872/day, Budget is the most popular car hire provider in Germany, booking 129% 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 Cologne where rental cars typically will cost around R682/day (26% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Germany was found in Düsseldorf for just R463/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 28 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Germany. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

R55+

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