Cheap Car Hire in Helsinki

To hire a small car in Helsinki, Finland, you would pay an average price of R700/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Helsinki, Finland (~R401/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 155/day). In fact, October is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Helsinki. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Helsinki, renting a small car saves you 24% 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.

• What are the requirements to rent a car in Helsinki?

  When you book a car rental in Helsinki, you will need to fulfil certain requirements. You must be at least 20 years old and have held your license for one year. This condition could vary depending on the category of car you choose to rent. For luxury car rental you will need to be 25 years old, and you will need a valid driver's license and proof of identification. If you are an international driver, you can use your passport as proof. You will also need to carry an International Driver's Permit. You are also required to show proof of residence. A hotel booking can do as one.

• What are the rules for driving in Helsinki?

  Once you have secured a rental car in Helsinki, you must be sure to have your headlights at all times as per the law. When driving your Helsinki car rentals, remember to drive on the right side of the road. In Helsinki, seat belts are mandatory for the front and back seats. Children under 3 years old must be strapped into an appropriately-fitted car seat and you can book one for your rental cars in Helsinki as an extra feature. The alcohol limit is 0.5 grams/litre when operating a vehicle.

• What type of car is recommended for driving in Helsinki?

  Driving rental cars in Helsinki is easy, as fellow drivers follow the rules well, the roads are in good condition and are well marked. Traffic jams are a rare occurrence. Be aware, that there are a fair amount of roundabouts and you could encounter wildlife passing on a road. Other than that, the choice of which vehicle is best for a car rental in Helsinki is up to you. The city itself is highly environmentally conscious so you might prefer to book an electric car rental and reduce emissions while increasing your fuel efficiency.

• What type are the best places to park in Helsinki?

  When looking for a place to park your economy car rental, you will see that on-street parking spaces do have time limit restrictions. These are metered parking spaces and you must purchase a voucher from a vending machine or gas stations to secure time in these spaces. Then be sure the voucher is visible on your dashboard. Some spaces require a parking disk. On-street parking is free in some places but carries a time restriction, and for these spaces you must use a parking disc. You will find there are paid parking lots available in and around the city centre. The most popular choice is at the CityCentre Mall.

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

  Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (10,0 rating), Dollar (10,0 rating) and Europcar (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Helsinki.

• What are petrol prices like in Helsinki?

  The average price of petrol in Helsinki is R35,40/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 593 and R2 301 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

  From Alamo you can hire a car in Helsinki from about R6 375 per week on average.

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

  Booking early can save you upwards of 36% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 76 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Helsinki.

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

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

• What car do most people hire in Helsinki?

  The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Helsinki is Compact (Volkswagen Golf) based on our Cheapflights data.