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Car Rental in Hanover

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  • 4pick-up points
  • from $35 per day
  • 9.3 top rated · Hertz

A rental car here costs $182 a day on average, about $1 280 for a week. The most popular car class is Compact, at about $135 a day. Thrifty is the cheapest for a small car, about $41 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

  • In the terminal: 5
  • Free cancellation: 11 of 11
  • Debit card accepted: 7 of 11
  • Hertz
  • Flizzr
  • Sixt
  • Keddy BY Europcar
  • National
  • Enterprise
  • +5

Where to pick up in Hanover

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Hannover Airport · 10 km Airport 11 $38 21 min
Hannover City Centre · 1 km City office 3 $192 25 min
Hannover Train Station Central Station · 1 km Train station 3 $57 22 min
Hannover North · 4 km City office 2 $467 12 min

Car rental prices in Hanover by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Toyota Aygo, Hyundai i10, Fiat 500 7 $35 $56
Economy Opel Corsa, Seat Ibiza, Volkswagen Polo 11 $38 $64
Compact Volkswagen Golf, Audi Q2, BMW 1 Series 11 $42 $75
Intermediate Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Octavia, Peugeot 408 10 $49 $75
Standard Cupra Tavascan, Volkswagen Passat, BMW X1 6 $64 $81
Full size BMW 3 Series, Volvo S60, Volkswagen Arteon 9 $73 $99
Station wagon Skoda Octavia Estate, Volkswagen Passat Estate, Volkswagen Golf Estate 8 $65 $96
SUV Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen T-Roc, Ford Kuga 11 $58 $89
Minivan Mercedes V Class, Mercedes Vito Tourer, Citroen SpaceTourer 6 $74
5-seat MPV Ford S-Max, Renault Scenic, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 7 $52 $264
7-seat minivan Volkswagen Touran, Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen MultiVan 7 $71 $204
9-seat van Ford Tourneo, Ford Transit, Mercedes Vito Tourer 7 $136 $239
Luxury Audi A5, BMW X5, Mercedes S Class 4 $123 $179
Premium Audi A6, Mercedes E Class, Audi A5 7 $90 $128
Convertible BMW 4 Series Convertible, Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet 1 $89

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Opel Adam rental car in Hanover Hertz

Opel Adam

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $35/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Hanover Hertz

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $38/day
Opel Corsa rental car in Hanover National

Opel Corsa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $39/day
Ford Focus rental car in Hanover Thrifty

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Opel Crossland X rental car in Hanover Hertz

Opel Crossland X

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $42/day
Hyundai i10 rental car in Hanover Keddy BY Europcar

Hyundai i10

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $43/day
Skoda Scala rental car in Hanover Budget

Skoda Scala

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $43/day
BMW 1 Series rental car in Hanover Keddy BY Europcar

BMW 1 Series

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $44/day

Car rental companies in Hanover

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Hertz

In the terminal Mon–Fri 07:30–23:00 · Sat 08:00–15:00 · Sun 12:00–23:00 33 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.3
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $38/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.5 Service at the rental desk 9.3 Pick-up process 9.5 Drop-off process 9.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz at Hannover Airport
Langenhagen Airport, 30669 Hannover, Hannover, 30855
0511779042

Flizzr

32 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.0
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $216/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Flizzr in Hannover City Centre
Raschplatz 1, Hannover, 30161
+49-8966060060

Sixt

24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $242/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in Hannover City Centre
Schulenburger Landstr. 126, Hannover, 30165
+49-8966060060

Keddy BY Europcar

In the terminal Mon–Fri 07:30–23:00 · Sun 08:00–23:00 15 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $65/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 157

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Winter tires

Office

Keddy BY Europcar at Hannover Airport
Flughafenstr. 4, Langenhagen, 30855
49 511 726110

National

Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00 · Sat 08:00–17:00 · Sun 10:00–19:00 24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $74/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 079

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS

Office

National at Hannover Airport
Enterprise Rent A Car, Flughafenstrasse 4, Langenhagen, 30669, NI
0511-86677510

Enterprise

20 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $192/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 322

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise in Hannover City Centre
Vahrenwalder Str 146, Hannover, 30165, NI
0511-3365160

Thrifty

In the terminal Mon–Fri 07:30–23:00 · Sat 08:00–15:00 · Sun 12:00–23:00 29 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $38/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Thrifty at Hannover Airport
Langenhagen Airport, 30669 Hannover, Hannover, 30855
0511779042

Europcar

17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $63/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 157

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Winter tires

Office

Europcar at Hannover Train Station Central Station
ERNST-AUGUST-PLATZ 1 Return PARKHAUS AM HAUPTBAHNHOF 3OG, Hannover, 30159
49 511 3632993

Avis

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $596/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 047

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Office

Avis in Hannover North
Kugelfangtrift 10 Lilienthalcenter, Lilienthalcenter, Hannover, 30179
0511121740

Budget

In the terminal Mon–Fri 08:00–23:00 · Sat 08:00–15:00 · Sun 10:00–21:00 26 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.4
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $48/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Ski rack · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Winter tires

Office

Budget at Hannover Airport
Hannover Airport Rental Car Center, Flughafenstr 4, Langenhagen, 30855
+49 69710445596

Alamo

In the terminal Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00 · Sat 08:00–17:00 · Sun 10:00–19:00 18 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.0
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $73/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.2 Service at the rental desk 8.1 Pick-up process 8.0 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 322

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Special discount
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Snow chains · GPS · Ski rack · Winter tires

Office

Alamo at Hannover Airport
Enterprise Rent A Car, Flughafenstrasse 4, Langenhagen, 30669, NI
0511-86677510

Rental conditions in Hanover

Based on 11 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $28–$32 a day extra (Thrifty and Hertz).
Debit card Accepted by 7 of 11 suppliers: Hertz, Sixt, National, Enterprise, Thrifty, Avis and 1 more.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 4 of 11 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 9 of 11 suppliers. Limited at Flizzr and Keddy BY Europcar.
Fuel policy Full to full (11 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 58%, manual 42%.
Electric and hybrid Peugeot 208 Electric, Polestar 2, Cupra Tavascan and Audi A6 e-tron, from $51 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 11 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (11 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (11 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (11 suppliers). Deductible: $1 047–$1 322.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes, Airport fee, Environmental fee
One-way rental Allowed by 2 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $16–$2 204.
Free additional driver Enterprise
Extras GPS (10 suppliers), Infant seat (10 suppliers), Child seat (10 suppliers), Winter tires (9 suppliers), Ski rack (8 suppliers), Booster seat (8 suppliers)
Special offers Special discount (4 suppliers), Pre-registration available (3 suppliers), Guaranteed new car (1 supplier), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Guaranteed model (1 supplier)

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Car rental in Hanover: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 15 min at Keddy BY Europcar to 33 min at Hertz.

For a small car, Thrifty is the cheapest at about $41 a day and is rated 8.6 out of 10. Hertz is rated 9.3 and costs about $49.

58% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 9 of 11 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $28 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Germany, Egypt and Ukraine. A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental in Hanover: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Hanover?
Car rental in Hanover starts from $35 per day, and the average price is $182 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $548 for a 3-day weekend and $1 280 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Hanover?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Hanover over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Compact: $135 per day
  • SUV: $176 per day
  • 5-seat MPV: $213 per day
  • 7-seat minivan: $297 per day
  • Van: $271 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Hanover?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Hanover over the last 12 months:
  • Sixt, average price $80 per day
  • Alamo, average price $135 per day
  • Avis, average price $95 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Hanover?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Hanover are:
  • Hertz: rated 9.3/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $57 per day
  • Europcar: rated 9.2/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $83 per day
  • Flizzr: rated 9.0/10 by 250+ customers, average price $97 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Hanover?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Hanover are:
  • Thrifty: about $41 per day
  • Hertz: about $49 per day
  • Budget: about $52 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Hanover?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Hertz, Europcar and Flizzr
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Hanover and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Hanover, one-way rentals are offered by Europcar, Flizzr and Avis. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Hanover?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Hanover is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Hanover:
  • Hertz: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Flizzr: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 22
  • Thrifty: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Hanover with a debit card?
Rental companies in Hanover typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Hanover: Hertz, Sixt, Avis, National, Enterprise, Thrifty and Budget. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Hanover offer unlimited mileage?
Sixt and Avis include unlimited mileage on all cars in Hanover. 8 more, among them Hertz, Europcar and Flizzr, offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Hanover?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Hanover are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Hertz, Europcar, Flizzr, Sixt, Avis, Keddy BY Europcar, National, Enterprise, Thrifty, Budget and Alamo.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Hanover?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Hanover include Sixt, Europcar and Avis. The cheapest is Thrifty, from $51 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Hanover?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Hanover Enterprise includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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