Hamburg

Cheap Car Hire in Hamburg, Germany from $54

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 2/6 and drop-off date of 5/6. 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 rentals in 2026

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 20 May 2026.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$3.94

Average price per day

$158

Cheapest price per day

$54

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 20 May 2026.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Hamburg this past week from 253 hire locations out of 32 hire agencies. Prices for a Hamburg small car hire start from $54/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Luxury

Luxury

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Best car rental deals found in Hamburg

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 $89. Data was last updated on 20 May 2026.
Kia Picanto$54/day
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M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi Mirage$75/day
4
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota Corolla Wagon$78/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Wagon

Cheapflights insights for Hamburg car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in Hamburg 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $74/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 52% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Hamburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Hamburg is Virtuo (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 8.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Hamburg? January is the cheapest month, costing about $70 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $98. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$70

February

$80

March

$75

April

$77

May

$84

June

$86

July

$98

August

$92

September

$84

October

$80

November

$75

December

$82

What car do most people hire in Hamburg?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Hamburg. SUV (Citroen C3) and Luxury (BMW X5) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Hamburg.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Hamburg?

Both Avis and BUCHBINDER have 10 locations in Hamburg, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental 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 20 May 2026.

Virtuo

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

8.0
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

6.0

Star Car

14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Wheego

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Ok Mobility

8.0
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

7.3
Good
2 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.9

Avis

10 locations

BUCHBINDER

10 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hamburg, Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hamburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $158/day when booking a car hire in Hamburg. The absolute best deal a user found was for $105/day from Alamo, booked on May 18.

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

    Hiring a car in Hamburg for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,103/week on average.

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

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

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

    Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 34% below the average car hire price in Hamburg. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Hamburg is on average $4,725 a month or $158 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Hamburg car hire.

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

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Hamburg, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Hamburg in June, prices are $0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Hamburg, Germany. Deals were last updated on 20 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Hamburg, Germany. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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