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Cheap Car Hire in Cologne from R3 522

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Cologne with a pick-up date of 15/5 and drop-off date of 16/5. 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.
Cologne, Germany
May 15 — May 22
Driver's age: 26-65
Cologne, Germany
Wed 15/5
Noon
Wed 22/5
Noon

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cologne 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 8 May 2024.

January

R724

February

R668

March

R761

April

R631

May

R891

June

R891

July

R872

August

R742

September

R761

October

R705

November

R705

December

R780

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cologne is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Cologne

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cologne to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Small cars

R661 - R1 527

All Car Types

R857 - R3 462

To hire a small car in Cologne, Germany, you would pay an average price of R655/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cologne, Germany (~R661/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 527/day). In fact, December is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cologne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cologne, renting a small car saves you 25% 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.

Top rental agencies in Cologne

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cologne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cologne. Reviews were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Avis in Cologne. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

keddy by Europcar

11 locations

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Dollar

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

10,0

Europcar

10 locations

INTERRENT

5 locations

Thrifty

7,5
Good
1 review5 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cologne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Budget (10,0 rating) and Alamo (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cologne.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cologne?

    The average price of petrol in Cologne is R36,59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 646 and R2 378 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cologne for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cologne, offering car hire for around R7 386 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 41% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cologne.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Cologne for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Cologne?

    Ford Kuga, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Cologne according to Cheapflights users.

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Van hires in Cologne

Find people carrier hire deals in Cologne from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Cologne cost an average of R3 522 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Cologne we've found at this time. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Suzuki ErtigaR3 522/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Cologne

Browse car hires by fuel type in Cologne. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Cologne. Deals were last updated on 8 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cologne. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R18+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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