Cheap Car Hire in Germany from R522
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 26/6 and drop-off date of 13/7. 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.
Germany car hires in 2025
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 14 Juni 2025.
Most popular company | Flex To Go |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | R586 |
Cheapest price per day | R522 |
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 14 Juni 2025.
There are currently 7 208 hire locations operating in Germany spread across 53 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Germany is small car at R522 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R514+
Compact
R522+
Intermediate
R548+
People carrier
R1 668+
Mini
R531+
Premium
R769+
Luxury
R1 635+
Compact SUV
R523+
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:
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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 R919. Data was last updated on 14 Juni 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Germany, including locations near Frankfurt am Main, Munich and Berlin. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
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 R718/day – about 1 391% 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 Wheego, offering prices from just R471,79/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at R548,56/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Germany?
Planning to hire a car in Germany? January is the cheapest month, costing about R761 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R944. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R761
February
R827
March
R819
April
R917
May
R944
June
R915
July
R913
August
R878
September
R860
October
R838
November
R796
December
R898
What car do most people hire in Germany?
Economy cars (Peugeot 108, for example) are the most popular in Germany. Intermediate (Skoda Octavia Combi) and SUV (BMW X1) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Germany.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Germany?
Sunnycars has 853 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Germany at 823.
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 3,418 pickup locations in Germany to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 Juni 2025.
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 14 Juni 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Germany, including those serving the greater Frankfurt am Main, Munich and Berlin area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.
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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 14 Juni 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Germany?
With an average price of R824/day, Alamo is the most popular car hire provider in Germany, booking 265% 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 Frankfurt am Main where rental cars typically will cost around R555/day (5% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Germany was found in Frankfurt am Main for just R472/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. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Germany. Deals were last updated on 14 Juni 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Germany. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R31+).
Electric
R32+
Hybrid
R31+
Petrol/Diesel
R78+