Cheap Car Hire in Essen from £28
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 Essen with a pick-up date of 29/3 and drop-off date of 5/4. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Essen?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Essen 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 22 March 2025.
January
£29
February
£31
March
£27
April
£28
May
£31
June
£34
July
£37
August
£35
September
£34
October
£33
November
£29
December
£35
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Essen is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.
Popular car types in Essen
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Essen and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 March 2025.
There are 18 hire agencies servicing Essen. These agencies, altogether, have 42 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Essen with prices from £28 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Essen:
Economy
£28+
Compact
£31+
Intermediate
£30+
Premium
£43+
Supplier choice
£27+
Compact SUV
£33+
Intermediate SUV
£35+
Compact estate car
£36+
Compare available car types for hire in Essen
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Essen to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2025.
Small cars | £19 - £71 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | £23 - £132 |
To hire a small car in Essen, Germany, you would pay an average price of £33/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Essen, Germany (~£19/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£71/day). In fact, August is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Essen. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Essen, hiring a small car saves you 30% 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. Here are the best Essen small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top hire agencies in Essen
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Essen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Essen. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Essen area such as keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Best Essen car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Essen. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Essen with an average daily rate of £35. Data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Essen. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Essen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Essen?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Essen from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£27/day), Star Car (£28/day), and Hertz (£31/day).
What are petrol prices like in Essen?
The average price of petrol in Essen is £1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £62 and £90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Essen for a week from Wheego?
Wheego offers hire cars in Essen for about £130 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Essen 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 80% in Essen - we recommend booking at least 86days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Essen?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Essen check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much is a car hire in Essen for a weekend?
£0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Essen. To save money, consider booking a Supplier choice car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Essen?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Opel Corsa) in Essen, making it the most popular option.
Car hires by fuel type in Essen
Browse car hires by fuel type in Essen. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Essen. Deals were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Essen. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£32+).
Electric
£32+
Hybrid
£40+
Petrol/Diesel
£63+