Cologne

Cheap Car Rentals in Cologne

Cologne, Germany
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Cologne, Germany
Thu 2-5
Noon
Thu 9-5
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 25 April 2024.

January

S$ 53

February

S$ 49

March

S$ 55

April

S$ 53

May

S$ 66

June

S$ 65

July

S$ 63

August

S$ 54

September

S$ 55

October

S$ 51

November

S$ 51

December

S$ 57

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cologne is February. 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 rental 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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

S$ 22 - S$ 216

All Car Types

S$ 22 - S$ 201

To hire a small car in Cologne, Germany, you would pay an average price of S$ 72/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cologne, Germany (~S$ 22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 216/day). In fact, November is about 70% 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, hiring a small car saves you 2% 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.

To hire a medium car in Cologne, Germany, you would pay an average price of S$ 54/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cologne, Germany (~S$ 48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 220/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cologne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cologne, hiring a medium car saves you 26% 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.

To hire a SUV in Cologne, Germany, you would pay an average price of S$ 61/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cologne, Germany (~S$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 177/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cologne. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cologne, hiring a SUV saves you 18% 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 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 25 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Global Rent A Car and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

keddy by Europcar

11 locations

Global Rent A Car

8 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

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

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

INTERRENT

5 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 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 (8.5 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 S$ 2.70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 121 and S$ 175 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Flex To Go is one of the top picks in Cologne. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 260 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 41% in Cologne - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Cologne?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Opel Mokka) in Cologne, making it the most popular option.

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