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?
For the best savings on car hire in Cologne, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 583,563/day – about 1,383,732% less than the yearly average.
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 rent a car in Cologne?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Cologne is November, when you can expect to pay Rp 599,773/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Cologne is April (Rp 761,874/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
Rp 632,193
February
Rp 680,823
March
Rp 697,034
April
Rp 761,874
May
Rp 729,454
June
Rp 680,823
July
Rp 761,874
August
Rp 680,823
September
Rp 615,983
October
Rp 615,983
November
Rp 599,773
December
Rp 745,664
What car do most people hire in Cologne?
Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cologne. Supplier choice cars (Class Special Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Toyota Aygo 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 13 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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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 13 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cologne?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cologne it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.