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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 20 January 2025.

January

AED 139

February

AED 132

March

AED 150

April

AED 124

May

AED 139

June

AED 161

July

AED 165

August

AED 150

September

AED 139

October

AED 139

November

AED 139

December

AED 168

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cologne is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 20 January 2025.

Small cars

AED 66 - AED 283

All Car Types

AED 66 - AED 542

To rent a small car in Cologne, Germany, you would pay an average price of AED 120/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Cologne, Germany (~AED 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 283/day). In fact, March is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Cologne. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Cologne, renting a small car saves you 35% 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 20 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Cologne, including keddy by Europcar, Budget and Alamo. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

9 locations

Thrifty

5 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
13 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

5 locations

Avis

6.0
Okay
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cologne, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cologne?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Budget (10.0 rating) and Alamo (10.0 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 AED 6.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 296 and AED 427 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    National is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cologne, offering car hire for around AED 926 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 42% to make it a great deal in Cologne. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • 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?

    Skoda Kamiq, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Cologne according to Cheapflights users.

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