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Cheap Car Hire in Hamburg, Germany from R645

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 Hamburg with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 12/5. 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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Hamburg, Germany car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hamburg, Germany. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of petrol per litre

R33,19

Average price per day

R488

Cheapest price per day

R645

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Hamburg?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hamburg, Germany and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

January

R704

February

R741

March

R797

April

R871

May

R760

June

R797

July

R852

August

R834

September

R778

October

R778

November

R760

December

R852

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hamburg is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Hamburg, Germany

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hamburg, Germany and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

At R645/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Hamburg in the past week. Out of 31 car hire agencies operating in Hamburg, there are, in total, 248 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Hamburg, Germany

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hamburg, Germany to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

R332 - R2 173

All Car Types

R332 - R2 466

To hire a small car in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of R620/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hamburg, Germany (~R332/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 173/day). In fact, April is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, renting a small car saves you 36% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Hamburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR682/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR702/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Hamburg, Germany

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hamburg, Germany known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hamburg, Germany. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Hamburg, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt in Hamburg. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Hamburg, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt.

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
1 review11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

7,0

Hertz

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Sixt

8,7
Very Good
7 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,7

Star Car

14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Europcar

7,9
Good
2 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

7,5

keddy by Europcar

2,0
Poor
1 review33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Sunnycars

32 locations

Best Hamburg, Germany car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Hamburg, Germany. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hamburg, Germany with an average daily rate of R720. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Hamburg we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford EcoSportR645/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota CorollaR656/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4R676/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hamburg, Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hamburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R488/day when booking a car hire in Hamburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for R488/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Apr. 27.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hamburg?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Hamburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo (R656/day), Budget (R682/day), and Wheego (R744/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Hamburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10,0 rating), Hertz (10,0 rating) and Sixt (8,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hamburg.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hamburg?

    The average price of petrol in Hamburg is R33,19/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 493 and R2 157 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamburg for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Hamburg. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R3 413 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Hamburg for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 37% on your car hire. For a below average price in Hamburg, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 49 days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Hamburg it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Hamburg for a weekend?

    R0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Hamburg. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as R620 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Hamburg?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Skoda Kamiq) in Hamburg, making it the most popular option.

Van hires in Hamburg, Germany

Find people carrier hire deals in Hamburg, Germany from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Hamburg, Germany cost an average of R1 507 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Hamburg area. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota AvanzaR1 327/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 364/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR1 490/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Hamburg, Germany. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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