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Budapest, Hungary car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Budapest, Hungary. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

Most popular company

SCHILLERRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

$2.92

Average price per day

$46

Cheapest price per day

$42

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Budapest?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Budapest, Hungary and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

January

$37

February

$37

March

$41

April

$48

May

$52

June

$55

July

$71

August

$66

September

$52

October

$50

November

$41

December

$52

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Budapest is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Budapest, Hungary

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Budapest, Hungary and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

In Budapest, there are 103 active hire locations from 44 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Budapest in the past week - currently priced from $21/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Budapest, Hungary

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Budapest, Hungary to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.

Small cars

$39 - $306

All Car Types

$39 - $244

To hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of $97/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary (~$39/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$306/day). In fact, February is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, hiring a small car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of $87/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Budapest, Hungary (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$196/day). In fact, April is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, hiring a medium car saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of $95/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Budapest, Hungary (~$145/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$349/day). In fact, May is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, hiring a large car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of $70/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Budapest, Hungary (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$332/day). In fact, November is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, hiring a SUV saves you 44% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of $106/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Budapest, Hungary (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$349/day). In fact, September is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Budapest, hiring a van saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Budapest, Hungary

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Budapest, Hungary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Budapest, Hungary. Reviews were last updated on 12 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Budapest, including GREEN MOTION , BUCHBINDER and Sixt. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

GREEN MOTION

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.3

BUCHBINDER

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

7.4
Good
4 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Hertz

7.4
Good
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Europcar

7.0
Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.9

Budget

3.2
Poor
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

4.0

Overall

3.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.5

Value

3.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Budapest, Hungary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Budapest?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $46/day when booking a car hire in Budapest. The absolute best deal a user found was for $42/day from Klass Wagen, booked on Jan. 12.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Budapest?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Sixt (8.3 rating) and BUCHBINDER (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Budapest.

  • What are petrol prices like in Budapest?

    The average price of petrol in Budapest is $2.92/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $131 and $189 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Budapest for a week from Schiller Rent A Car?

    Schiller Rent A Car is one of the top picks in Budapest. They can have you in a hire car for about $307 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Budapest for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Budapest, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Budapest?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Budapest however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Budapest for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 5% on a month-long rental by booking with Klass Wagen. Klass Wagen is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Budapest can cost you on average $1,316 a month or $44 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Budapest for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Budapest are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in February to be on average $114 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Budapest?

    Volkswagen Taigo, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Budapest according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Budapest, Hungary. Deals were last updated on 12 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Budapest, Hungary. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($8+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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