Cheapflights insights for Basel car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Basel, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Basel?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Basel, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$377, which is about 515% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Basel?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Basel is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Basel?
Planning to hire a car in Basel? January is the cheapest month, costing about HK$385 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$612. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
HK$385
February
HK$455
March
HK$440
April
HK$479
May
HK$487
June
HK$510
July
HK$612
August
HK$526
September
HK$447
October
HK$408
November
HK$424
December
HK$589
What car do most people rent in Basel?
Estate car cars (Fiat Tipo Wagon, for example) are the most popular in Basel. Compact (Fiat Tipo Wagon) and Standard (Peugeot 5008) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Basel.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Basel?
Sunnycars has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Basel at 6.
Top rental agencies in Basel
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Basel known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Basel. Reviews were last updated on 7 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Basel, including Dollar, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Hertz?
From Hertz you can hire a car in Basel from about HK$4,535 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Basel?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Basel however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.