Cheapflights insights for Essen car hires
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?
Book your car hire in Essen 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £21/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 52% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Essen?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 £28 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £36. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£28
February
£30
March
£29
April
£32
May
£34
June
£33
July
£36
August
£34
September
£33
October
£32
November
£28
December
£34
What car do most people hire in Essen?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Essen are the following: Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar), Mini cars (Opel Adam or similar), and Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar).
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 hire 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 13 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Essen area such as keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Essen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Essen for a week from Alamo?
Alamo offers hire cars in Essen for about £312 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Essen?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Essen check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.