Car rental at the Frankfurt Airport
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At the Frankfurt Airport we recommend the following car rental offers

from 24 $ per day
Basic package

Good offers for a small budget

Mini
e.g. Toyota Aygo
10 Days from 05.07 - 15.07.2025
Example vehicle
from 25 $ per day
Economy

Small, agile and economical - that's all it takes!

e.g. Opel Corsa
10 Days from 05.07 - 15.07.2025
Example vehicle
from 35 $ per day
Plus Package

Offers with top price-performance ratio

Mini
e.g. Fiat 500
10 Days from 05.07 - 15.07.2025
Example vehicle

Rent a Car at the Frankfurt Airport

Autumn in Frankfurt is best suited for an extensive shopping trip. Book a cheap car hire at Frankfurt Airport and explore the city comfortably in your own rental car. The financial metropolis promises exciting corners that can be reached in no time with the rental car. 

Car rental Frankfurt Airport

Frankfurt Skyline with Airplane above

The Airport of Frankfurt is because of its transport connections a perfect location to explore the whole area. Are you looking for a rental car, with which you can explore Frankfurt and its surroundings? On Driveboo.com you will find the best car rental offer with the online price comparison service.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is a major international airport located in Frankfurt, the fifth-largest city of Germany and one of the world's leading financial centres.

Autumn in Frankfurt am Main

Frankfurt in Autumn

In Autumn you can enjoy the last moments of nature, before going into hibernation. Beautiful walks in the city forest with coloured leaves on the ground and coloured tree crowns give a nice atmosphere. Additional you can pick some mushrooms if you want but be careful because you can’t eat every mushroom. If you like animals you can visit in the Stadtwaldhaus the Pheasantry, which is the house of the city forest. There you can see and also feed deer, mouflons, eagles, owls and a lot of other animals. But if nature is not really yours and you are more into action, plan a shopping tour or visit the Oktoberfest of Frankfurt, which starts at the end of September. Enjoy your vacation in Frankfurt!

Where can I pick up or return the rental car?

You have several options from where you can pick up your rental car. Depending on how you arrive in Frankfurt, you can pick up the rental car directly after landing at the Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

At the Airport

In the list below, you will find examples of rental stations in Frankfurt, from where you can easily pick up and return your hired car.

Choose fully comprehensive insurance without excess when hiring a car

Old City in Frankfurt

As insurance, we recommend that you take out fully comprehensive insurance without excess. In the event of damage, you will be completely insured. In the case of fully comprehensive insurance without excess, no insurance fee is incurred when booking. If you cause a scratch, the rental company will deduct the cost of repairing the damage from your deposit. You can contact your broker after that and submit the damage invoice and damage report to the car hire company in due time. You will find the deadlines in the rental conditions. The agent will then reimburse you the fee paid. In the case of fully comprehensive insurance without excess, there are no further costs for you. Use our comparison portal to find favourable offers for the required insurances.

Car hire Frankfurt: What do I need to consider when making a deposit?

When you pick up your hired car at the car hire company, you have to pay the deposit at the same time. It is usually debited directly from your credit card but can also be paid in cash. The amount of the deposit varies and depends on factors such as the landlord and the vehicle. Compare all offers to hire your dream car at a good price on our portal. Brokers who offer a rental car without a deposit should be avoided. These are usually dubious offers, as the deposit serves the landlord as security. If you return the car in time and without damage to the rental company, the entire deposit will be refunded within a few days.

Rental Car Germany - important traffic rules

Parc at the river Main
  • Germany follows right-hand traffic
  • All passengers are obliged to wear seatbelts
  • Permissible blood alcohol level: 0.5
  • High penalty if you get caught drinking and driving
  • It is forbidden to use a phone while driving
  • Speed limit Urban: 50 km/h
  • Speed limit out of town: 100 km/h
  • Standard speed highway: 130 km/h

In the table below, you will find the emergency numbers that are valid in Germany.

Emergency department Emergency number
Police 110
Ambulance 112
Fire department 112

What are the options for my rental car?

VEHICLE MODEL AND EQUIPMENT

Skyline und Autobahn

By small car through the big city

Familie im Auto

Enough space in the minivan

SUV am Strand

Safe journey with the SUV

One-way rental

For those who want to do a road trip to Frankfurt with a rental car, the one-way rental might be the best option. This means that you can pick up your rental car at the location of your choice and return it conveniently to another location. This is particularly useful if you are heading for cities that are far away from each other, for example to Berlin or Hamburg.

Additional driver

What does the additional driver option actually mean? If you specify another person as an additional driver when booking, you can take turns driving the rental car. Distances in Germany can be very long. If only one person drives the rental car, this can be quite exhausting. So that the driver can sit back and relax, too, you can simply hand over the steering wheel to the additional driver.

INSURANCE

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With the right insurance through Frankfurt

Even if you drive very carefully and safely, damage may occur to the rental car. To ensure that you can continue your journey without stress, we recommend that you take out fully comprehensive insurance without excess. In the event of damage, you will have to advance the costs. However, you will be reimbursed by your insurance company after your arrival back home. Simply submit the relevant receipts when you return from Germany.

Sights you can easily visit with your rental car

  • Römer
  • Main Tower
  • Frankfurt Cathedral
  • Alte Oper
  • Hauptwache
  • Senckenberg Museum

Skyline

Römer

Alte Oper

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228 Experiences of our customers at the Frankfurt Airport

Rating of Fahrid E.

“Absolutely friendly staff from ALAMO. Individual advice and support. Top in all points. Both for the pickup in Frankfurt, as well as the return in Stuttgart. Gladly again at any time. Thank you very much...”

Rating of Heidi V.

“Buchbinder's customer service was not only very professional and efficient but extremely courteous and helpful. The courtesy and helpfulness of the customer service in Terminal 2 of the Frankfurt is unsurpassable. Regarding the rental car, I can only say - very good...”

Rating of Alesia S.

“Very friendly and helpful staff.”

Rating of Petrer U.

“Everything was fine. Staff was friendly and fast, uncomplicated return. Deposit was 2 days later back on the account and there were small gifts as a thank you....car was very clean,...Rental was at FFM airport...”

Frequently asked questions about car rental booking Frankfurt Airport

How much does a rental car cost at Frankfurt Airport?

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View over Frankfurt

View over Frankfurt

Daily rental car

If you only need a rental car for one day, you can rent it for as low as 24 $ per day.

Weekly rental car 

A cheap rental car is available from as little as 166 $ per week. We compare the prices of all reputable car rental companies and show you the best offer. This way you can start your vacation completely relaxed.

SUV in Frankfurt 

If you are traveling to Frankfurt for a business appointment, you can rent a station wagon or an SUV from 31 $ per day. With this you can drive business-like at any time.

Family car in Frankfurt

A family car is available for as little as 250 $ per week if you are planning a city trip with the whole family.

Sports car and convertibles in Frankfurt

You can also rent a sports car or a convertible for as little as 464 $ per week.

Can I book a rental car at Frankfurt Airport without a deposit?

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Without credit card

In addition, you can also book a rental car at Frankfurt Airport without a credit card. This is available from 46 $ per day. To do this, check the box "Bookable without credit card" in the search mask.

Depending on the rental company, you can pay in this case:

  • by invoice
  •  direct debit
  • on site with EC card
  • PayPal

How do I get to the car rental counter at Frankfurt Airport in the quickest way?

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The car rental offices are located in the respective Car Rental Centers, which you will find in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Simply follow the signs after your arrival. This will help you find the counters in the quickest way.

Express rental

To avoid standing in line for a long time, you can opt for “express rental”. Register online in advance and pick up your rental car without any detours. Simply select your preferences accordingly in the search mask under "Included services". Remember that you still have to refuel the rental car depending on the refueling regulations. You will find the nearest gas station just outside the airport grounds.

Can I pick up the rental car at Frankfurt Airport and return it in another city?

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Berlin

Return your rental car easily in Berlin

You can also return the rental car to a car rental agency in another location in Germany, such as Berlin or Stuttgart. Take a road trip and visit exciting cities in Germany. Simply change the place of return in the search mask. Additional fees apply for the so-called “one-way rental”.

Additional driver

If you want to take turns driving the rental car on a longer trip, you can specify an additional driver. This way, you can also sit back and enjoy the scenery. In some offers, an additional driver is already included in the rental price.

What do I have to consider when returning the rental car at Frankfurt Airport?

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Remember to refuel the rental car before returning it, depending on the refueling regulations. The drive from the center of Frankfurt to the airport takes about 15 minutes by rental car. The nearest gas station is located directly in front of the airport.

Return outside opening hours

A return of the rental car is usually possible at both terminals. Rental cars from Buchbinder, Dollar and Thrifty can only be returned in Terminal 2. In any case, plan enough time on site. Have the condition of the rental car documented and take the report with you. A return is also possible outside opening hours via a key box.

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