Cheapflights insights for Essen car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Essen, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Essen?
To get the best deal on car hire in Essen, book about 89 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $48, which is about 11% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Essen?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Essen is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Essen?
Planning to hire a car in Essen? January is the cheapest month, costing about $63 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $81. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$63
February
$68
March
$65
April
$73
May
$76
June
$75
July
$81
August
$76
September
$75
October
$71
November
$63
December
$76
What car do most people hire in Essen?
Compact cars (Class Compact Car, for example) are the most popular in Essen. Passenger van (Citroen Berlingo) and Standard (Citroen Berlingo) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Essen.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Essen?
Sunnycars has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. BUCHBINDER has the second-highest number of locations in Essen at 4.
Top rental 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 12 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Essen area such as keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Essen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Essen?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Essen.