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Cheap Car Hire in Budapest, Hungary from RM 45

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Budapest with a pick-up date of 6/5 and drop-off date of 13/5. 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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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 30 April 2025.

January

RM 95

February

RM 82

March

RM 82

April

RM 103

May

RM 116

June

RM 129

July

RM 168

August

RM 155

September

RM 121

October

RM 116

November

RM 95

December

RM 125

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Budapest is February. 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 rent in Budapest, Hungary and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Budapest this past week from 104 hire locations out of 44 hire agencies. Prices for a Budapest small car hire start from RM 45/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

RM 45+

Compact

Compact

RM 50+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 98+

Standard

Standard

RM 188+

Mini

Mini

RM 46+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 70+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 71+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 85+

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 30 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 54 - RM 269

All Car Types

RM 63 - RM 456

To rent a small car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of RM 152/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Budapest, Hungary (~RM 54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~RM 269/day). In fact, April is about 65% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Budapest, renting a small car saves you 41% 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. Here are the best Budapest small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of RM 268/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Budapest, Hungary (~RM 64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 695/day). In fact, February is about 77% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Budapest, renting a medium car is 4% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Budapest medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of RM 223/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Budapest, Hungary (~RM 348/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 718/day). In fact, January is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Budapest, renting a large car saves you 14% 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 rent a SUV in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of RM 261/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Budapest, Hungary (~RM 153/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 599/day). In fact, May is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Budapest, renting a SUV is 2% more expensive. 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 rent a van in Budapest, Hungary, you would pay an average price of RM 216/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a van in Budapest, Hungary (~RM 253/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 579/day). In fact, June is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Budapest. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Budapest, renting a van saves you 17% 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.

Proton SagaRM 45/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 49/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 30 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Budapest, including GREEN MOTION , BUCHBINDER and Sixt. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid 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

2.5
Poor
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

4.5

Overall

2.5

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.5

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

Best Budapest, Hungary car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Budapest, Hungary. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Budapest, Hungary with an average daily rate of RM 89. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Peruse the best Budapest car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Proton SagaRM 45/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 49/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Hyundai i20RM 50/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

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 30 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Budapest?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Budapest from the following companies over the past two weeks: Klass Wagen (RM 45/day), Autonom (RM 98/day), and Sixt (RM 188/day).

  • 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 RM 7.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 315 and RM 456 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Klass Wagen you can hire a car in Budapest from about RM 2,490 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Budapest it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 42%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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 is a car hire in Budapest for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Budapest is RM 0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Budapest. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Budapest for as low as RM 356/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Budapest?

    The most popular car to hire while in Budapest is the Skoda Scala, which is a Compact vehicle.

Small car rentals in Budapest, Hungary

Find small car rental deals in Budapest, Hungary from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Budapest, Hungary cost an average of RM 167 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Perodua AxiaRM 138/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 197/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Luxury car rentals in Budapest, Hungary

Find luxury car rental deals in Budapest, Hungary from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Budapest, Hungary cost an average of RM 409 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Budapest by selecting one of these great deals available. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 393/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 393/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 408/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Budapest, Hungary

Find people carrier rental deals in Budapest, Hungary from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Budapest, Hungary cost an average of RM 348 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Budapest area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Proton ExoraRM 242/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 249/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Proton ExoraRM 275/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora

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 30 April 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 (RM 12+).

Electric

Electric

RM 70+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 12+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 26+

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