Cologne

Cheap Car Hire in Cologne from $54

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 Cologne with a pick-up date of 8/4 and drop-off date of 22/4. 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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Cologne car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cologne. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 February 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$2.98

Average price per day

$155

Cheapest price per day

$54

Popular car types in Cologne

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cologne and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 February 2026.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Cologne. These agencies, altogether, have 151 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Cologne with prices from $54 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Cologne:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Premium

Premium

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Compare car hire deals in Cologne by type

Here are the best Cologne small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cologne medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cologne SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Cologne luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20$55/day
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Hyundai i20
Opel Astra Sports Tourer$59/day
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A/C
Opel Astra Sports Tourer
Hyundai Elantra Touring$71/day
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra Touring

Best car hire deals found in Cologne

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cologne. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cologne with an average daily rate of $69. Data was last updated on 8 February 2026.
Toyota C-HR$54/day
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Toyota C-HR
Suzuki Baleno$55/day
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Suzuki Baleno
Hyundai Elantra Touring$59/day
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra Touring

Cheapflights insights for Cologne car hires

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 car hire in Cologne 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $54/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 21% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Cologne?

In Cologne, the most affordable car hire company right now is Flex To Go, offering prices from just $19.71/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at $55.39/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cologne?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Cologne?

At Cologne, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $58. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $73 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Cologne, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $58. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $73 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$63

February

$61

March

$61

April

$66

May

$64

June

$61

July

$73

August

$66

September

$60

October

$63

November

$58

December

$70

What car do most people hire in Cologne?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Cologne are the following: Premium cars (Audi A6 Avant or similar), Estate car cars (Audi A6 Avant or similar), and Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cologne?

Sunnycars has 23 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLIZZR has the second-highest number of locations in Cologne at 13.

Top hire 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 February 2026.

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

11 locations

Thrifty

5 locations

Europcar

10 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
14 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.5

Dollar

5 locations

Hertz

5.7
Fair
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.4

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 February 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cologne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $155/day when booking a car hire in Cologne. The absolute best deal a user found was for $102/day from Budget, booked on Feb. 3.

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

    Budget offers hire cars in Cologne for about $1,075 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cologne for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 34% below the average car hire price in Cologne. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Cologne is on average $4,609 a month or $154 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Cologne car hire.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Cologne is $0. Hiring a Compact SUV is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cologne. For the month of March, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cologne for as low as $0/day.

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