Car rental in Germany

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Find Germany car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Germany car rental at a glance

Most popular providerFlex To Go
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points455, Frankfurt is most popular
Cheapest price foundRs2,556 per day, Memmingen
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Best time to book3 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Germany could cost, we've pulled prices from Memmingen.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Germany

The cheapest month to rent a car in Germany is May, when the average cost per day is Rs6,515. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is July, when the average cost per day is Rs6,742. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Germany is April.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Germany could cost, we've pulled prices from Berlin.

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Car rental in Germany: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Germany, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Germany, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Germany is Keddy By Europcar. You can rent a car with them for Rs35,749 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Keddy By Europcar, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Germany depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Germany, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Germany. First, you need to decide where in Germany you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Germany. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Germany you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Frankfurt. On average, it costs Rs24,265 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is Rs12,457 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Germany

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Germany is Premium, 4 door .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Germany are Flex To Go, Sixt, and Alamo. The cheapest company we've found is Star Car. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are Rs2,558 a day and Rs3,332 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Germany you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Germany. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Germany is Frankfurt. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Memmingen.

Rent a car long-term in Germany

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Germany with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.