Budapest

Cheap Car Rentals in Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary
25 Apr — 2 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Budapest, Hungary
Thu 25-4
Noon
Thu 2-5
Noon

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 18 April 2024.

January

HK$148

February

HK$156

March

HK$172

April

HK$203

May

HK$180

June

HK$211

July

HK$313

August

HK$289

September

HK$211

October

HK$148

November

HK$140

December

HK$187

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Budapest is November. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Budapest, Hungary

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 18 April 2024.

Small cars

HK$126 - HK$982

All Car Types

HK$245 - HK$1,202

To hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of HK$427/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Budapest, Hungary (~HK$126/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$982/day). In fact, January is about 71% 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 37% 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 HK$631/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Budapest, Hungary (~HK$194/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~HK$1,328/day). In fact, June is about 70% 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 7% 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 HK$552/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Budapest, Hungary (~HK$228/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~HK$1,391/day). In fact, June is about 59% 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 18% 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 rental agencies in Budapest, Hungary known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Budapest, Hungary. Reviews were last updated on 18 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Budapest, including BUCHBINDER , GREEN MOTION and Hertz in Budapest. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Budapest, including BUCHBINDER , GREEN MOTION and Hertz.

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

GREEN MOTION

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.3
Good
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Europcar

7.0
Good
1 review4 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
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.9

Sixt

6.7
Okay
7 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Budget

6.6
Okay
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
2 reviews3 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 rentals in Budapest, Hungary, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Budapest?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), BUCHBINDER (8.0 rating) and Sixt (7.5 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 HK$14.18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$638 and HK$921 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Budapest for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Budapest for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$4,072/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 44% on a hire car in Budapest. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Budapest for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Budapest?

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

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