Cologne Airport cheap car hire

Compare car hire deals at Cologne Airport from across the web

Find the best car hire price, fuel policy and more from hundreds of providers

Book with flexibility. Look for cars with free cancellation in case your plans change.

Find cheap car hire in Cologne Airport

These are the lowest Cologne Airport car hire prices we found across the web, over the next 30 days. These prices are subject to change.

Car hire near Cologne Airport

Consider travelling into Cologne to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Cologne from €30.

The most popular car rental companies in Cologne Airport

Cologne Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price54 €
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found30 €
Cheapest month to rentJuly
Providers at Cologne Airport18
Most popular providerFlex To Go
Best time to book1 week before

How to get the best car hire deal in Cologne Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Cologne Airport. 

Check out car hire in Cologne

If you can't find what you're looking for at Cologne Airport, there could be more car hire options in Cologne and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Cologne Airport into Cologne could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Cologne Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Cologne Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Cologne Airport is July.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Cologne Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Cologne Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Cologne Airport late and just want to get on your way.

Hiring a car at Cologne Airport: FAQs

Yes. It's lower than Germany's average daily car rental price, which is around 58 €.
There are lots of car hire companies to choose from at Cologne Airport - including Free2move, Avis, National, Europcar, Buchbinder, Hertz, Budget, Flex To Go, and Alamo.
Currently, the lowest price for car hire at Cologne Airport we found is 30 €. And the cheapest rate for car hire nearby is from 30 €. It can often be cheaper to hire a car from somewhere near to Cologne Airport, especially if there's an extra airport pick-up fee. But when you consider the cost of travelling from Cologne Airport to the pick-up location, and back again at the end of your stay, collecting your wheels as soon as you touch down might still work out more economic, faster and easier.
Yes – you can hire a car when you touch down in Cologne Airport and drop it off in another location, which can save you time and money.
The most popular according to travellers is Sixt, with a 4.6 rating for things like cleanliness, customer service and value. The cheapest company is currently star car.
Currently, it looks like star car has the cheapest car hire deal in Cologne Airport – for 37 € per day. Star Car also has car hire deals from 44 € per day.
Although you can often find a cheaper car hire deal away from Cologne Airport, remember to consider: extra cost of public transport, a taxi to your hotel, or on to that pickup location on top of that price.
Yes. We understand that plans can change last minute, or you might even find a better car rental deal from Cologne Airport. That's why we highlight the rental cars you can book now and cancel later when you search.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in and around Cologne. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Cologne Airport.
When you rent a car near Cologne Airport, most major providers require you to be at least 21 years old. Some companies charge an extra fee if you're under 25, so make sure you check before booking.
You can book car hire at Cologne Airport in three simple steps. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.
The documents you need to rent a car at Cologne Airport vary depending on the car hire provider. In most cases, you’ll need a valid driving licence, photo ID and a credit card. You can check with the car hire provider when you book.
Finding the best car hire deal at Cologne Airport is quick and easy with Skyscanner. First, explore the range of available cars, from family-friendly SUVs to small compact cars. Next, narrow down your choices by comparing features like fuel policy, mileage, and customer reviews to find the best deal. Then, once you’ve found the perfect car, you’ll be redirected to the provider’s website to book, with no extra fees.