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

Aug
693 Kč per day
Sep
771 Kč per day
Oct
777 Kč per day
Nov
1 303 Kč per day
Dec
764 Kč per day
Jan
1 139 Kč per day
Feb
997 Kč per day
Mar
1 134 Kč per day
Apr
1 145 Kč per day
May
1 232 Kč per day
Jun
1 140 Kč per day
Jul
1 043 Kč per day
Our data shows that August is the cheapest month to rent a car in Munich. It’s around 693 Kč per day in August, compared to the yearly average of 1 012 Kč per day.
Cheapest month avgAugust • 693 Kč
Yearly avg price1 012 Kč

Select your Munich pick-up location

There are 102 car hire providers in Munich. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Munich

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Munich. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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Altstadt-Lehel

20 car hire locations

From
697 Kč
per day

Graggenau

20 car hire locations

From
697 Kč
per day

Munich Central Station

15 car hire locations

From
737 Kč
per day

Muenchen Ost Train Station

4 car hire locations

From
965 Kč
per day

Munich Airport

20 car hire locations

From
377 Kč
per day
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.

Driving in Munich: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a full licence and passport.
To rent a car in Munich, you’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Munich if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Trams, bikes and traffic lights need focus.
Driving in Munich is orderly but busy. Expect frequent traffic lights, tram crossings and plenty of cyclists. Navigation apps help avoid pedestrian zones and roadworks in the centre.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
A low-emission zone covers the city.
Munich has an environmental zone (Umweltzone) that requires a green emissions sticker. Hire cars usually qualify, but always confirm. Toll roads are mostly outside the city on longer routes.
Parking your car in Munich
Parking is often in short supply.
Parking in Munich usually requires payment, especially near the centre. Street spaces can be hard to find. Use underground car parks or check if your hotel offers guest parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is well covered.
Petrol stations are frequent across Munich. EV charging stations in Munich are widespread and reliable — use EnBW mobility+, Plugsurfing or PlugShare to find options near hotels or city attractions.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are disciplined and follow rules.
Local driving rules in Munich are strictly enforced. Expect clear lane markings, proper signalling and orderly roundabouts. Stick to the speed limit and stay right unless overtaking.
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The most popular car rental companies in Munich

Flex To Go
Sixt
Flizzr
Enterprise
Hertz
Alamo

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Volkswagen Golf is the most popular car to hire in Munich, with prices starting from 377 Kč per day. The Volkswagen Polo and similar models are also popular drives in Munich.
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf14% chose this
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo9% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5006% chose this
BMW 3-Series
BMW 3-Series6% chose this
Most popular carVolkswagen Golf
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Munich's cheapest car hire providers

Flex To Go has the cheapest car hire in Munich right now, with prices from 377 Kč per day. You'll save an average of 454 Kč per day when you book with them.
Flex To Gofrom 377 Kč per day
Alamofrom 697 Kč per day
Dollarfrom 813 Kč per day
Enterprisefrom 983 Kč per day
Cheapest providerFlex To Go
Book with them to save around454 Kč per day

Choose from the best car hire companies in Munich

Buchbinder
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
1 067 Kčper day
Alamo
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
735 Kčper day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
996 Kčper day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
739 Kčper day
National
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
803 Kčper day
Buchbinder
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
1 067 Kčper day
Alamo
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
735 Kčper day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
996 Kčper day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
739 Kčper day
National
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
803 Kčper day

Hiring a car in Munich: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyFlex To Go
Most popular carCompact, Crossover
Average daily price6 080 Kč
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Munich

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 Munich car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Munich 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 Munich for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Munich 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 Munich, 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 Munich car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Munich will set you back around 6 080 Kč per day or 8 786 Kč per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Munich is a compact crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Compact, Crossover.

The cheapest car hire companies in Munich are currently Alamo and Thrifty.

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 Munich is currently August.

On average, around 8 786 Kč. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Munich is 2 635 Kč.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Munich for a whole month is 26 767 Kč. 

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 Munich, 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 Munich that have free cancellation. 

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 Munich.

Most places – Munich included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 412 Kč per day. The average price per day is around 2 327 Kč.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Flex To Go, Sixt and Flizzr offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Buchbinder as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Munich.

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