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These are the lowest Berlin car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Berlin?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Berlin. It’s around 37 € per day in October, compared to the yearly average of 49 € per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • 37 €
Yearly avg price49 €

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There are 95 car hire providers in Berlin. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Berlin

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Berlin. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Berlin

Akko Car Rental
Alamo
Enterprise
Sixt
Europcar
Nokta

What's the most popular car to hire in Berlin?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the BMW 3-Series is the most popular car to hire in Berlin, with prices starting from € 43 per day. The Volkswagen Golf and similar models are also popular drives in Berlin.
BMW 3-Series
BMW 3-Series8% chose this
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf8% chose this
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo6% chose this
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo6% chose this
Most popular carBMW 3-Series
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Berlin's cheapest car hire providers

Surprice has the cheapest car hire in Berlin right now, with prices from € 43 per day. You'll save an average of € 2 per day when you book with them.
Surpricefrom € 43 per day
Dollarfrom € 44 per day
Budgetfrom € 46 per day
Noktafrom € 46 per day
Cheapest providerSurprice
Book with them to save around€ 2 per day

Choose from the best car hire companies in Berlin

Hiring a car in Berlin: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyAkko Car Rental
Most popular carLarge, fullsize
Average daily price200 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Berlin

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Berlin car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Berlin that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Berlin for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Berlin avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Berlin, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Berlin car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Berlin is 200 € per day or 778 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 43 € per day for Small hire from Free2move. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 99 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 43 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 242 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 46 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 293 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 46 € per day.
Electric
Average price: 194 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 60 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Berlin is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize.
The cheapest car hire companies in Berlin are currently Surprice and Hertz.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Berlin is currently January.
On average, around 778 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Berlin is 301 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Berlin for a whole month is 1.754 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Berlin, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Berlin that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Berlin offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Berlin, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Berlin is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Berlin is usually around 150 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Berlin, which is 200 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Berlin is 43 € per day with Free2move for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Berlin will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Berlin.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 43 € per day. The average price per day is around 99 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Akko Car Rental, Alamo and Enterprise offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Berlin, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Flizzr
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 150 €
Wheego
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 166 €
Avis
4.7/5 (from 224 reviews)
Average daily price: 153 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Berlin, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 500 € to 3.000 € depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Mercedes CL-Class — averages 200 € per day in Berlin. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Berlin right now is 49 € per day with Nokta.
Luxury car hire, like the BMW 3-Series, costs an average of 293 € per day in Berlin. The cheapest price we could find is 46 € per day with Budget.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Volkswagen Taigo, averages 159 € per day in Berlin. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Berlin is 44 € per day with Surprice.
Most people hiring a car in Berlin book it for 1 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 200 €
1 week: 778 €
2 weeks: 1.556 €
1 month: 1.754 €
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Berlin let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 7 € per day. The good news is that some companies, like Nokta, Dollar and Sixt, include it at no extra cost.
Yes – van hire is available in Berlin.