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Cheap Car Hire in Budapest, Hungary

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Budapest, Hungary car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Budapest, Hungary. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2026.

Most popular company

SURPRICECARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

$2.94

Average price per day

$27

Cheapest price per day

$17

Cheapflights insights for Budapest car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Budapest, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Budapest?

For the best savings on car rentals in Budapest, make your reservation 32 days before pickup. The average price then is just $39/day – about 57% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Budapest?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Budapest is BUCHBINDER (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review). GREEN MOTION (rated 8.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Budapest?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Budapest is February, when you can expect to pay $33/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Budapest is July ($60/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

$38

February

$33

March

$34

April

$43

May

$43

June

$45

July

$60

August

$58

September

$39

October

$38

November

$34

December

$48

What car do most people hire in Budapest?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Budapest. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Budapest?

Sixt has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. FLIZZR has the second-highest number of locations in Budapest at 9.

Top rental agencies in Budapest, Hungary

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Budapest, Hungary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Budapest, Hungary. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2026.

BUCHBINDER

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

GREEN MOTION

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.3

Sixt

7.7
Good
5 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Avis

7.6
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Hertz

7.4
Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.0
Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.9

U-Save

4 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Budapest, Hungary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Budapest?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $27/day when booking a car hire in Budapest. The absolute best deal a user found was for $17/day from Klass Wagen, booked on Mar. 14.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Budapest for a week from Klass Wagen?

    Klass Wagen is one of the top picks in Budapest. They can have you in a hire car for about $172 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Budapest however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    You can potentially save up to 29% on a month-long rental by booking with Klass Wagen. Klass Wagen is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Budapest can cost you on average $735 a month or $25 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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