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Cheap Car Rentals in Cologne from $84

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 1/7 and drop-off date of 4/7. 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 rentals in 2025

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 18 June 2025.

Most popular company

FLEXTOGO

Price of petrol per litre

$3.15

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$84

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 18 June 2025.

At $84/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Cologne in the past week. Out of 26 car hire agencies operating in Cologne, there are, in total, 150 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Premium

Premium

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Compare car rental deals in Cologne by type

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

Toyota C-HR$86/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Yaris$133/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car rental 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 $120. Data was last updated on 18 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Cologne. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Volkswagen Passat$84/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Toyota Yaris$86/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Mitsubishi ASX$87/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX

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 63 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $60/day on average when booked 63 days ahead, which saves you 39% 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 keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Budget (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?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cologne is September, when you can expect to pay $63/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cologne is April ($78/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$64

February

$69

March

$71

April

$78

May

$74

June

$76

July

$74

August

$69

September

$63

October

$63

November

$63

December

$76

What car do most people hire in Cologne?

Economy cars (Skoda Fabia, for example) are the most popular in Cologne. Mini (Fiat 500) and Compact (Volkswagen Golf) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Cologne.

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 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 18 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Alamo. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Alamo.

keddy by Europcar

11 locations

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

Europcar

10 locations

Thrifty

6 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

6 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 rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cologne?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in Cologne. The absolute best deal a user found was for $58/day from Flex To Go, booked on Jun. 15.

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

    From Flex To Go you can hire a car in Cologne from about $544 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Cologne is $2,332 ($78/day) on average.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Cologne is $59. Hiring a Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Cologne. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Cologne for as low as $0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Cologne

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Cologne. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Cologne. Deals were last updated on 18 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Cologne. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($53+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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