Cheapflights insights for Cologne car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cologne, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cologne?
Book your rental car in Cologne 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 48/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 8% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Cologne?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cologne is Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cologne?
Planning to hire a car in Cologne? January is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 49 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 66. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 49
February
S$ 54
March
S$ 56
April
S$ 61
May
S$ 58
June
S$ 56
July
S$ 66
August
S$ 61
September
S$ 53
October
S$ 56
November
S$ 49
December
S$ 60
What car do most people rent in Cologne?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Cologne are the following: Intermediate cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar), Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar), and Passenger van cars (Opel Zafira Tourer or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cologne?
Sunnycars has 24 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLIZZR has the second-highest number of locations in Cologne at 13.
Top rental agencies in Cologne
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cologne known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cologne. Reviews were last updated on 28 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cologne?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Cologne however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.