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Top tips for hiring a car in Munich
- There are many benefits of renting a car in Munich, namely ease of access around the city. Driving is the best way to soak up the wonderful architecture of the city or drive to the surrounding Bavarian countryside. Full of old fortifications, if you take the Altstadtring traffic loop, you will find many parts of the historical walls still intact. Although many of the main tourist attractions are very central, there are plenty of sites outside of Munich to discover by car. Garmisch is about an hour away, as is the neighboring Austrian city of Salzburg.
- Franz Josef Strauss International Airport is a great place to pick up your hire car. Once you touch down, you will be able to take your pick from eight car hire companies, with desks located within the airport. You will find the car hire area in Terminal 1, outside of Hall C. The airport is only a 35-minute drive from Munich’s city center, via the A92 and A99 routes. Plus, it’s very easy to access the E53 motorway from the airport, which runs between Munich and the Czech Republic.
- Germans drive on the right-hand side of the road and it’s important to stay in the right lane unless you are passing other cars. If you plan on driving your hire car on to the Autobahn, it’s wise to stay on the right as many of these routes don’t have speed limits. The center of Munich is car-friendly and features mainly wide, modern streets, with a few one-way streets to be aware of. Most public transport has priority on the roads in the city center, so do yield to trams and buses whenever you can.
- The best time to drive around Munich is in the afternoon, particularly on the Mittlerer Ring, which encircles the city center. Traffic gets heavy during the morning rush hour, between 7:00 am and 9:00 am, and again in the early evening from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. In the colder winter months, driving conditions can vary due to sleet and snow, but you can expect autobahns to be cleared of snow quickly and efficiently. You should avoid any high mountain routes and minor roads in remote regions in snowy weather, however.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Munich for R482 or less
- Book your car hire in Munich at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate car hire in Munich are around 25% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Munich
What type of car is recommended for driving in Munich?
When it comes to renting a car in Munich, you need to take advantage of the quality German vehicles on offer – try out a reliable BMW or Mercedes. Whether you want to venture onto Bavaria's open roads in a convertible or cruise around the city in a luxury SUV, a mid to full-size car is perfect for Munich’s well-managed roads.
What’s the speed limit in Munich?
Navigating Munich means abiding by the federally mandated speed limit of 31 mph. When you drive within the city’s limits, you must be careful to stick to the speed limit, as going over by 3 mph can already result in a speeding ticket. It’s best to slow down and obey the traffic laws, in the city center. If you want to go at a faster pace, then get on the surrounding autobahns, where the suggested speed limits are around 80 mph but drivers legally have the option of going as fast as 200 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Munich?
Munich offers visitors various types of parking. Depending on the areas you want to visit, there are parking zones with differing tariffs. You can park within the Altstadtring for up to two hours at €0.50 ($0.57) per 12 minutes. Parking outside this area is half the price or you can park all day for €6.00 ($6.80). On average, garages in the city center will cost from €3.00 – €4.00 ($3.40 - $4.54) per hour or €20.00 ($22.70) for the day. You can also find large parking lots on Adolf Kolping Strasse and Max Joseph Platz. It’s best to avoid parking in the Old Town as it’s full of one-way streets that offer little in the way of parking.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Munich?
On average a car hire in Munich costs R546 per day.
What is the best car hire company in Munich?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Munich is Sixt (7,3, 84 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in Munich?
The average price of fuel in Munich is R143,44 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 721 and R2 295, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Munich?
Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Munich.
Which car hire agencies are at Franz Josef Strauss airport (MUC)?
Car hire companies onsite at Franz Josef Strauss airport include Ok Mobility and Alamo.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Franz Josef Strauss airport (MUC)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Franz Josef Strauss airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.
How can I find car hires near me in Munich?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Munich?
An Intermediate car hire in Munich costs R775 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Munich?
A Mini car hire in Munich costs R578 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Munich?
A Compact car hire in Munich costs R458 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Munich?
In Munich, cars are most frequently hired at Ok Mobility Nordallee 25 (29 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Munich?
On average a car hire in Munich costs R3 824 per week (R546 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Munich?
On average a car hire in Munich costs R16 387 per month (R546 per day).
Which car hire companies in Munich have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?
One car hire company which has updated their car hire health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Alamo
Munich car rental reviews and directory
Sixt
7,3
Good
137 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.0
25 locations in Munich
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8,0 Very Good
Sep 2023
2,0 Poor
Sep 2022
2,0 Poor
Sep 2022
8,0 Very Good
Sep 2022
4,0 Mediocre
Sep 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
Avis
6,6
Okay
57 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
5.7
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6,0 Okay
Nov 2019
Pros:
staff very politeCons:
We booked a Mercedes Benz. I paid more to get a Mercedes and it was not available.4,8 Mediocre
Oct 2019
Pros:
The car.Cons:
I paid over $100 over the listed price that I reserved it under. Came out to a total of around $250 for a one day rental which is completely unheard of.10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Flexible in letting me drop off at two different spots with no charge. Very fairly priced10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Easy to pick up and a nice vehicle was ready for us.Cons:
No complaints.4,8 Mediocre
Aug 2019
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Pickup was fine and we were given an upgrade at no quoted increase in cost. Representative spoke English well.Cons:
I was charged $890 after I dropped off the car, almost three time what I had already pre-paid, with no explanation of what the charges were for. When I noticed the charge on my card within minutes, I immediately sent them an e-mail requesting justification for the charge. 9 days later, still silent6,0 Okay
Jan 2019
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The car was good. We rented a van that seats 7 to have extra room for luggage. We were at the Munich Airport location.Cons:
Our travel plans were changed due to a flight cancellation, so we tried calling Avis and they were useless and rude. They told us the only option was to take a taxi to the original location and take our chances that they held the car. We did that and waited in the Avis line for 2.5 HOURS! The price ended up more than expected, wish we would have just flown and taken the train.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6,5
Okay
45 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
7.0
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2,0 Poor
Feb 2020
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They gave me the wrong car, meaning a cheaper car then what I was being charged for. Had to complain twice to finally get some type of refund.8,8 Very Good
Jun 2019
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Good service and good carCons:
Give detail briefing about car and how to drop off car8,4 Very Good
Jan 2019
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Everything was good as per my expectations.Cons:
The pickup/dropoff location is a bit far from the center.10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2017
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Jun 2017
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clean car, good price, friendly serviceCons:
rental location a little bit difficult to find5,6 Fair
Mar 2017
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Vehicle worked wellCons:
Car dirty in & out; poor communication re: availability& pick up experienceBudget
6,4
Okay
42 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.4
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7,6 Good
Sep 2019
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The staff was friendly. Everything was fine.Cons:
The queue to get the car took about 30-40 min. This is the main problem. There were only two desks open.8,8 Very Good
Jun 2019
Pros:
Staff was friendly. Drop-off was fantastic.Cons:
There was a VERY long wait for pickup. We waited in line for 45 min : about 25 customers in line, only 3 attendants to process everyone. To compensate us for our patience, we did receive a discount.5,2 Fair
May 2018
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Car was greatCons:
Staff were rude when returning car, did not give clear instructions on where to drop it off. I dropped it back at the exact park i picked it up from as it said on the map then they tried to charge me extra for doing so4,0 Mediocre
Oct 2017
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They will ding you for repairs they already knew existed if you dont buy full coverage,7,6 Good
Sep 2017
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Pick up was easy.Cons:
Car was not very clean and d off was a mess but it was Labor Day.10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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Rapid polite service, great car, very easy drop off.Hertz
6,4
Okay
48 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.4
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2019
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NothingCons:
Everything!!!7,2 Good
Sep 2019
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The vehicle was fine - it was clean and in good shape. The drop-off process at the Munich airport was efficient.Cons:
The quoted price was about one-half of the actual price. The pickup process at the Munich airport is slow.7,6 Good
Sep 2019
Pros:
Staff friendly and helpfull.Cons:
Once you get there they charge you 33 euros more for a required insurance. Price is not what they show you.2,0 Poor
Sep 2018
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Address on reservation didn’t match the actual location of drop off. Drop off was located almost three blocks in a different area and was extremely difficult to find as it’s all located around a very busy city and train station. We also didn’t have cell service so we couldn’t just look up a different address.6,0 Okay
Aug 2018
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The car's navigation system turned out to be very helpful and the staff in both locations did their job rather well.Cons:
Long pickup wait at the Munich airport, limited choices, and difficult to find dropoff address at Geneva airport made the experience rather stressful.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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I got the car I requested. European Ford, with manual shift, was fun to drive in Europe. I enjoyed it.Cons:
One minor detail. The driver seat was a bit too low, but I found how to fix that. then all was well.Dollar
4,9
Mediocre
32 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.9
Value for money
3.9
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4,4 Mediocre
Dec 2020
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Car was not what we reserved, but was ok.Cons:
We were forced to take the additional insurance after I showed proof of having full coverage European insurance through USAA, and an American Express card that paid any deductibles. It was a rip off and a scam. I've rented cars all over Europe for many years, and have not been forced to take additional coverage. Rental was reserved over a month in advance, with no mention of this "policy". When we arrived in Munich at 10PM, on the weekend before Christmas, we were forced to accept it because there were no other cars available in the area.4,8 Mediocre
Dec 2020
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They only accept platinum or gold as car insurance .4,4 Mediocre
Dec 2019
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We paid for an SUV, but arrived at the airport to find that Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty all share a desk. There was a very long line and not enough employees. There were also no cars available. They were having people write their names on a list and as cars came in, you were called to come get a car. You got whatever came in, which in our case was a compact. They didn't adjust our rate to compensate for the size difference. Additionally, our credit card and car insurance both have rental car coverage, however, they stated that unless you had one of four specific credit cards, you couldn't decline the coverage required for Germany. The coverage alone was higher than the rental rate. We had no choice to pay, but what should've been a $100 rental turned into a $250 rental. The required Germany insurance information should've been posted when making the reservation and they should've over-rent for the inventory they have.6,0 Okay
Nov 2019
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
Vehicle had a mechanical issue and no help was available. Overcharged and no one responds to requests for contact to address the issue. No receipt provided at rental OR at drop off to show the amount I was going to be charged was more than $1200 more than I agreed to pay.5,6 Fair
Sep 2019
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I was expecting it to cost around 100$. Instead it cost me 200 because the forced me to get insurance- even though I’m already insured. Also they put a 500$ hold on my credit card and charged everything in euros. I still do not have my money back. I’m upset over this.6,8 Okay
Aug 2019
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Car return was easy.Cons:
Only at the counter was I told that I needed written proof of my credit card rental car coverage. I did not have it with me not did I know a way of getting to it. Why was I not told at time of purchase that such proof is required? This tactic felt like road robbery!keddy by Europcar
9,2
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.0
27 locations in Munich
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