Frankfurt am Main car hires from £18/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Frankfurt am Main with a pick-up date of 28/3 and drop-off date of 30/3. 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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Cheap car hire in Frankfurt am Main

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Volkswagen Polo car
Volkswagen Polo
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
£18/day
Opel Astra car
Opel Astra
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
£20/day
Class Intermediate Car car
Class Intermediate Car
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£24/day
Mercedes-Benz CLA car
Mercedes-Benz CLA
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
M
£27/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
£19/day
Volkswagen Taigo car
Volkswagen Taigo
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£22/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£24/day
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen car
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
£25/day
Skoda Octavia Combi car
Skoda Octavia Combi
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£30/day
Skoda Superb Combi car
Skoda Superb Combi
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£34/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Frankfurt am Main car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Frankfurt am Main 
ToddNov 2023
Book ahead - bring proof of insurance - have fun
Verified travelerSept 2023
Book well in advance and confirm you are getting what they say they have. Also know that Frankfurt am Main is not at the airport.
Verified travelerJun 2023
One quick recommendation I would give is when returning the car at the end of the trip, stop at a gas station at least one town prior to fill up your tank. It is tough to find the gas station at Frankfurt FRA Airport, even though it is noted on maps, as the roads all go around like spaghetti, so even with the GPS on, it's next to impossible to find it unless you know what you are doing prior. It would be nice if Frankfurt Airport put up signs to direct you to the gas station, as just as you think you are getting close on the GPS and maps, all the roads switch to another direction. This might preclude you from refilling the car's gas tank prior to turning in the car at the end of the rental.
ArvindJun 2023
Very easy and friendly staff at SIXT
Verified travelerJul 2023
Make sure to specify if you want to pick it up from the airport.
Verified travelerJul 2023
If you are lucky, you can get nice services.
ArvindMay 2023
Awesome experience on all accounts

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Frankfurt am Main

  • If you plan on driving on the Autobahn, make sure you stick to the appropriate lane. The far left lane is only for drivers who are driving fast or passing. If you see flashing lights behind you then that means get out of the way because a fast car is coming up from behind and needs you to move to the right lane. In general the idea is that slow cars should be the ones that move over rather than forcing speeding cars to pass slow ones. Drivers should also note that many sections of the Autobahn do have speed limits, so keep your eyes out for any signs that come up.
  • Is picking up the hire car on your list of to-dos upon arriving in Frankfurt? For travelers with flights landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport, the hire car counters are found in the main lobbies of both terminals of the airport.
  • Biking is extremely popular throughout Frankfurt and all of Germany. Drivers should keep their eyes open at all times for bikers that may be passing alongside them, especially at intersections. Also, many bikers use hand signals to let drivers know when they are turning, so drivers should keep that in mind when driving behind them.
  • Frankfurt’s morning rush hour usually picks up around 6:30 a.m. and lasts till 9:30 a.m., while the afternoon rush hour peak starts about 4:00 p.m. and cools down soon after 7:30 p.m. Some of the most congested roads during rush hour include the A3 highway, the B8 highway, and Baseler Strasse in the downtown area.
  • When arranging Frankfurt am Main car hire, you have plenty of car hire agencies to choose from dotted around the city. However, for your own convenience, you’ll find that if you’re arriving by train, there are a few agencies to choose from at Frankfurt Central Station including SIXT, Budget, and Alamo, with the latter being the most competitively priced. For the best deals, and largest range of cars on offer, the car hire centres at Frankfurt am Main Airport in Terminal 1, Concourse A (Ground Level) and Terminal 2, Concourse D (Level 2) host various agencies with top deals on offer for modern vehicles.
  • When it comes to Frankfurt am Main car hire, safety is a top priority, all vehicles should have a warning triangle, luminous safety jackets, beam deflectors and a first-aid kit, so be mindful to check with the car hire agency that the vehicle is correctly equipped. Keep to the speed limits of 130 km/h on motorways and 50 km/h in urban areas, if you head out of the city and happen to drive on the Autobahn there are no speed limits but be extra careful as cars may suddenly appear behind you. In addition, be aware that drink-driving laws are strictly enforced and all passengers must wear a seat belt.
  • When in your cheap car hire in Frankfurt, it’s good to know about the Low Emission Zone, ensuring that if you want to drive in this area that your vehicle has a green sticker allowing you to do so. So, make sure when collecting your vehicle from the car hire agency, that it has the appropriate green sticker. The zone is signposted with a red circle that has ‘Umwelt’ written in the middle, indicating you are now entering the LEZ. This area is comprised between the A5 motorway in the west, the A3 motorway in the south and the A661 motorway in the north region of the city.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Frankfurt am Main for £26 or less
  • Book your car hire in Frankfurt am Main at least 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Frankfurt am Main are around 4% more expensive than other car types, on average
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FAQs about car hire in Frankfurt am Main

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Frankfurt am Main?

    Truly all cars from sedans to SUVs are perfectly suitable for driving in Frankfurt, as the roads are wide and extremely well maintained. However, the most popular cars on the road will be sedans and compacts Trucks and large SUVs are quite rare in Europe and especially so in Germany. Nonetheless, small one-ways and narrow streets are relatively uncommon in Frankfurt, so you truly have your pick of vehicle type.

  • What’s the speed limit in Frankfurt am Main?

    Speed limits in Frankfurt proper are typically set to the base speed limit of 50 km/h (31 mph), while outside the city it jumps up to 100 km/h (62 mph). Speed limits are strictly enforced and even driving 3 km/h over the limit can make you liable for a fine. Aside from those two baseline limits, speed limits are assigned on a street-by-street basis and can change variably.

  • Where are the best places to park in Frankfurt am Main?

    In the central business district parking garages are by far the best option for drivers. There are many parking garages available in the city and they often even feature high-tech smart parking systems that make finding a parking space a cinch. Streetside parking is available throughout the city, though in general the private parking lots and garages are a more reliable option.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Frankfurt am Main?

    On average a car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £34 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Frankfurt am Main?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Wheego (£18/day), Hertz (£19/day) and Thrifty (£20/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Wheego Hugo-Eckener Ring 60547 (7 miles from the city centre).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Frankfurt am Main?

    The average price of fuel in Frankfurt am Main is £5.50 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £66 and £88, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Frankfurt am Main?

    Standard (Class Convertible or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Frankfurt airport (FRA)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Frankfurt airport include Wheego, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National, Europcar, Dollar, Hertz, Ok Mobility and BUCHBINDER.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Frankfurt airport (FRA)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Frankfurt airport to off-airport locations include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National, Europcar, Dollar, Hertz and BUCHBINDER.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Frankfurt am Main?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Frankfurt am Main?

    A Standard car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £70 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Frankfurt am Main?

    A Compact car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £61 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Frankfurt am Main?

    A Luxury car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £93 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Frankfurt am Main?

    In Frankfurt am Main, cars are most frequently hired at Flex To Go Frankfurt Hahn Airport (64 miles from city centre).

  • How much does a car hire in Frankfurt am Main cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £253 per week (£36 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Frankfurt am Main cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Frankfurt am Main costs £1,085 per month (£36 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most car hire providers in Frankfurt am Main offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Frankfurt am Main, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • What road trips are possible from Frankfurt?

    Once you’ve arranged your cheap car hire in Frankfurt am Main, you can reach various great locations on day trips, such as the old spa town of Wiesbaden, which is a 45-minute drive on the A66, and Neuschwanstein Castle, a 4-hour drive via the A3 and A7 motorways.

  • Which car hire agencies in Frankfurt have the best range of vehicles?

    In Frankfurt there are plenty of great car hire agencies, such as Alamo, Thrifty, and Enterprise. However, the companies that boast the most diverse range of vehicles in their fleets, are SIXT and Europcar. Both agencies can offer a wide range of vehicles from compact cars to luxury convertibles and even transit vans, with different models and attractive deals.

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Frankfurt am Main car hire reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Sixt

Best rated

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.2

7 locations in Frankfurt am Main

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Locations in Frankfurt am Main

Hanauer Landstr. 255

+49 89 6606 0060

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00

Hanauer Landstr. 340

+49 89 66060060

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00

Hugo-Eckener-Ring/Mietwagenz.

+49 89 66060060

Monday05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday05:00 - 23:59
Thursday05:00 - 23:59
Friday05:00 - 23:59
Saturday05:00 - 23:59
Sunday05:00 - 23:59

Im Hauptbahnhof/Mietwagenzentr

+49 89 66060060

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

Konrad-Adenauer-Str. 5-7

+49 89 66060060

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

Lyoner Str. 5

+49 89 6606 0060

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

Mainzer Landstr. 351-353

+49 89 66060060

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Premium

KAYAK
Everything was great, the only thing is that the car is far away to pick up and you need to walk

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Service and car were good but a little pricey for a van.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
My van that was reserved and pre paid in advance was given away due to my flight being delayed. Imagine the person in front of you in line is discussing how a van just became available as you stand there asking if the van being given away was yours. And yes it's in fact your van. Then no vans were left to rent and you have to rent a hotel and hope a van becomes available the next day. Fingers crossed as you are in a foreign country not knowing what to do next. I was also awake at that point over 26 hours. Tired exhausted and jet lagged. So my experience was 10 out of 10 the worst case scenario.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
ts

10.0 Wonderful

Inessa, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I liked it, we had upgrade to Audi Q3 for same money

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2022

KAYAK
The paperless transaction resulted in my paying much more I add-one than I realized. I couldn’t see the impact of the charges, and the salesman smoothlyexplained them in a way I did not follow well. I will demand to see the figures in writing next time. Also,the navigation system in the car needed updating - several times we were on a major autobahn or cloverleaf where we needed guidance, and the nav system thought we were in a field.

1 out of 20

Hertz

9.2

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

9.0

5 locations in Frankfurt am Main

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Camberger Strasse 21

+49 69 75006788

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

Cambergerstr 21

+49 69 2425 2627

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

Carl-benz Strasse 5

+49 69 449090

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00

Mietwagencenter Im Hbf

+49 69 230484

Monday06:30 - 21:00
Tuesday06:30 - 21:00
Wednesday06:30 - 21:00
Thursday06:30 - 21:00
Friday06:30 - 21:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00
Sunday07:00 - 19:00

Rhein-main A/p,terminal T1/t2

+49 6107 4024300

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday06:00 - 22:00
Thursday06:00 - 22:00
Friday06:00 - 22:00
Saturday06:00 - 22:00
Sunday06:00 - 22:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Tania did a great job to get us on the road as quickly as possible with the best available vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2022

KAYAK
More staffing at the Zurich airport drop off would have been better. The only employee was overwhelmed and we had to wait a long time.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2022

KAYAK
Wenn ich wochenlang Testa-Nutzungs E-Mails bekomme, erwarte ich auch einen Tesla beim Abholen. Mir wurde eine anderes E-Auto angeboten, aber der Kofferraum war nicht ausreichend. Der angebotene MB E220D war dann am anderen Endes des Angebotsspekturms. Er lies sich aber sehr gut fahren.

1 out of 2

Europcar

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

7.0

11 locations in Frankfurt am Main

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Locations in Frankfurt am Main

Airport City Mall, Bereich A

+49 69 697970

Opening times not available

Berner Strasse 69

+49 69 5006 8942

Opening times not available

Europa Allee 6

+49 69 4057060

Opening times not available

Ferdinand-happ-str. 3-5

+49 40 520188000

Opening times not available

Hanauer Landstr. 334

+49 69 9421560

Opening times not available

Homburger Landstrasse 4

+49 69 942 1570

Opening times not available

Im Hauptbahnhof 1

+49 69 2429810

Opening times not available

Ludwig Landmann Str 399

+49 69 9706410

Opening times not available

Lyoner Strasse 68

+49 69 668 0820

Opening times not available

Terminal 2, Level 2, Halle D

+49 69 697970

Opening times not available

Westerbachstr. 122

+49 40 520188000

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6.0 Okay

Alexander, Aug 2024

Standard

KAYAK
It was way too hard to find the rental location, which is in a shopping mall on the second floor

8.0 Very Good

Mark, Jun 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Great new car with Bluetooth CarPlay, charging ports (USB-A). It was a plug-in hybrid, and we were not given any instructions on how to charge it. We returned it with an empty batter and were not charged extra (just had to fill it with gasoline). Pickup at Frankfurt airport was a mess. They did not have enough cars ready. We wound up getting one after about 45-60 minutes total time in line. They didn’t have enough agents, and the ones there were very nice but didn’t control the crowds well, who started trying to cut in line. Other than the very stressful check-in, the rest of the experience couldn’t have been better

6.0 Okay

Essa, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything was fine the pick up and drop off except that I booked a Seat Ateca or similar and i got a Fiat tipo which is smaller but they insisted thats its the same category the boot space in the Seat Ateca is 510 liters while its 440 in the Fiat.. In addition to that the car is smaller than the Seat. As i said everything was good except that i dont think i got an intermediate SUV. As i always encounter if the selected car is not available i should be upgraded not downgraded. Thank you

1 out of 4

Alamo

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.1

2 locations in Frankfurt am Main

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Flughafen Terminal 1+2

+49 69 69715290

Monday06:30 - 21:00
Tuesday06:30 - 21:00
Wednesday06:30 - 21:00
Thursday06:30 - 21:00
Friday06:30 - 21:00
Saturday06:30 - 21:00
Sunday06:30 - 21:00

Intercity Hotel

+49 6196 76986712

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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6.0 Okay

Jan-Willem, Nov 2024

Standard estate car

KAYAK
Long line at pickup, rest was ok.

2.0 Poor

Mollie, Oct 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The car had exactly 1/2 tank of gas at pickup even though they said it was a full tank. I returned it the same, and was charged. finding the drop off was a horrible experience. the car and features were nice. everything else was truly disappointing. very overpriced. value isn't there.

2.0 Poor

SAMUEL FRANCK, Jul 2024

Mini

KAYAK
They can do a lot better with the experience. The pick up lady counter was just obnoxious and provided false information. This was a total mess. I had euros on my european credit card but they wouldn't take it. Mentioning I should see upon returning the vehicle which was not an option

1 out of 1

Ok Mobility

6.0

Okay

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Frankfurt am Main

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Locations in Frankfurt am Main

Terminal 2, Level 2, Halle D

+34 971 12 68 80

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00
Sunday07:00 - 19:00

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