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Cheap Car Hire in Hamburg, Germany from £18

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 Hamburg with a pick-up date of 6/1 and drop-off date of 13/1. 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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Hamburg, Germany car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hamburg, Germany. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

WHEEGO

Price of gas per litre

£1.42

Average price per day

£34

Cheapest price per day

£18

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Hamburg?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hamburg, Germany 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 19 December 2024.

January

£24

February

£27

March

£31

April

£28

May

£30

June

£33

July

£34

August

£33

September

£33

October

£33

November

£32

December

£36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hamburg is January. 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.

Popular car types in Hamburg, Germany

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hamburg, Germany and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

There are 31 hire agencies servicing Hamburg. These agencies, altogether, have 245 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Hamburg with prices from £18 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Hamburg:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Premium

Premium

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Hamburg, Germany

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hamburg, Germany to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

£26 - £42

All Car Types

£35 - £67

To hire a small car in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £34/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hamburg, Germany (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£42/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a small car saves you 34% 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 Hamburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £44/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hamburg, Germany (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£55/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a medium car saves you 14% 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 Hamburg medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £70/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hamburg, Germany (~£53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£100/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a large car is 28% more expensive. 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 Hamburg large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £40/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hamburg, Germany (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£50/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 Hamburg SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £98/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Hamburg, Germany (~£71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£140/day). In fact, November is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a van is 48% more expensive. 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.

To hire a luxury car in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £87/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Hamburg, Germany (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£164/day). In fact, March is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a luxury car is 43% more expensive. 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.

To hire a convertible in Hamburg, Germany, you would pay an average price of £84/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Hamburg, Germany (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£384/day). In fact, March is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Hamburg. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hamburg, hiring a convertible is 40% more expensive. 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.

Vauxhall Astra£18/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Kia Cee'd SW£19/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd SW
Hyundai Ioniq£20/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq

Top hire agencies in Hamburg, Germany

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hamburg, Germany known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hamburg, Germany. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Hamburg, including Budget, Hertz and Global Rent A Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Global Rent A Car

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

8.7
Very Good
7 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
1 review9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Europcar

7.9
Good
2 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.5

Dollar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

keddy by Europcar

33 locations

Best Hamburg, Germany car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hamburg, Germany. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hamburg, Germany with an average daily rate of £22. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Hamburg. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Vauxhall Astra£18/day
4
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Kia Cee'd SW£19/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd SW
Hyundai Ioniq£20/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hamburg, Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Hamburg?

    In order to begin your application for car hires in Hamburg, you will have to know what documents are needed from you. To start out, you will need to be at least 18 years old in order to apply for car hire in Hamburg; some companies will want you to be over 21 before you can get car hires in Hamburg. You will need a driver's licence; if it is not written in a language that uses Roman characters, then you will need an official transcription from your home country's embassy. Otherwise, you will need an International Driver's Permit to make use of car hires in Hamburg.

  • What are the rules for driving in Hamburg?

    When driving your hired car in Hamburg, you will be driving on the right-hand side of the road and may only overtake cars using the left lane. The speed limit in cities and towns are between 30 and 60 km/h (19-37 mph). The main highway system in Germany is called Autobahn, and on these highways, there are no speed limits. The drinking and driving limit is 0.05%, lower than the UK’s limit. If you go out for the evening, it is always advisable for you to order a taxi or Uber. The laws in Germany are very strict; if you are breathalysed over 0.05%, then you will have to pay a roughly €500 (£420) fine and you will have your licence suspended for two months, as well as having a permanent record being made on your licence record.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Hamburg?

    Due to the sheer size of the city, you have a good chance at finding cheap car hires in Hamburg. If you are wondering what kind of vehicle you'll need, it would depend on what you have planned in the city. If you are planning on staying in the city of Hamburg, then maybe you should hire a small economy class car. If you are planning to travel more around Germany, then you might want to get a bigger car that has more power.

  • Where are the best places to park in Hamburg?

    Don't know where to park your car hire in Hamburg? Mostly when travellers hire a car for their trip they will also have booked accommodation in the city. When you have booked a hotel or have a house rented, you will most likely have a parking area available for your car; otherwise, you will have to park at a car park or on the street.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hamburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £34/day when booking a car hire in Hamburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for £21/day from Wheego, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hamburg?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Hamburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: Wheego (£19/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£20/day), and keddy by Europcar (£20/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Hamburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Hertz (10.0 rating) and Sixt (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hamburg.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hamburg?

    The average price of petrol in Hamburg is £1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £64 and £92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hamburg for a week from Wheego?

    From Wheego you can hire a car in Hamburg from about £159 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 33% on your car hire. For a below average price in Hamburg, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 73 days in advance.

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

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

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Hamburg is £683 (£23/day) on average.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Hamburg is £31. Hiring a Compact estate car is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Hamburg. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Hamburg for as low as £29/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Hamburg?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Luxury (Class Luxury Car) in Hamburg, making it the most popular option.

Small car hires in Hamburg, Germany

Find small car hire deals in Hamburg, Germany from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Hamburg, Germany cost an average of £21 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Fiat 500£18/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Aygo£18/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Fiat 500£18/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500

People carrier hires in Hamburg, Germany

Find people carrier hire deals in Hamburg, Germany from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Hamburg, Germany cost an average of £26 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on people carrier hires in the Hamburg area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£25/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer£26/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer

Car hires by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Hamburg, Germany. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£23+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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