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How much does Munich Airport car hire cost throughout the year?

Our data shows that January is the cheapest month to rent a car from Munich Airport. It’s around £26 a day in January, compared to the yearly average which is £136 a day.
Cheapest month avgJanuary • £26
Yearly avg price£136

Car hire near Munich Airport

Consider travelling into Munich to pick up your car - we found car hire deals from pick-up points in Munich from £31.

The most popular car rental companies in Munich Airport

Munich Airport car hire: Facts on the fly

Average daily price£136
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Cheapest price found£31
Cheapest month to rentJanuary
Providers at Munich Airport20
Most popular providerFlex To Go
Best time to book1 week before

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There are 20 car hire providers at Munich Airport. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Driving in Munich: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a full licence and passport.
To rent a car in Munich, you’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Munich if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Trams, bikes and traffic lights need focus.
Driving in Munich is orderly but busy. Expect frequent traffic lights, tram crossings and plenty of cyclists. Navigation apps help avoid pedestrian zones and roadworks in the centre.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
A low-emission zone covers the city.
Munich has an environmental zone (Umweltzone) that requires a green emissions sticker. Hire cars usually qualify, but always confirm. Toll roads are mostly outside the city on longer routes.
Parking your car in Munich
Parking is often in short supply.
Parking in Munich usually requires payment, especially near the centre. Street spaces can be hard to find. Use underground car parks or check if your hotel offers guest parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is well covered.
Petrol stations are frequent across Munich. EV charging stations in Munich are widespread and reliable — use EnBW mobility+, Plugsurfing or PlugShare to find options near hotels or city attractions.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are disciplined and follow rules.
Local driving rules in Munich are strictly enforced. Expect clear lane markings, proper signalling and orderly roundabouts. Stick to the speed limit and stay right unless overtaking.
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How to get the best car hire deal in Munich Airport

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy after you've touched down in Munich Airport. 

Check out car hire in Munich

If you can't find what you're looking for at Munich Airport, there could be more car hire options in Munich and sometimes, they're cheaper. You just have to remember that the added cost of a transfer from Munich Airport into Munich could mean you still spend more than if you opted to pick up your hire car at Munich Airport.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Munich Airport that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your mind or your plans if you need to. Or if you find a better deal elsewhere.

Book 1 week in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travellers bag the lowest daily rate when they book 1 week in advance. The cheapest month to hire a car from Munich Airport is April.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off from Munich Airport, look out for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy.

Skip the queues at Munich Airport

With us, you can find car hire deals with self-service or keyless pick-up. No keys to pick up or documents to fill out means no queues. Just touch down, hop in and hit the road - perfect if you've landed at Munich Airport late and just want to get on your way.