Basel

Cheap Car Rentals in Basel from AED 145

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 Basel with a pick-up date of 3/9 and drop-off date of 24/9. 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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Basel car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Basel. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

AED 7.68

Average price per day

AED 233

Cheapest price per day

AED 145

Popular car types in Basel

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Basel and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.

There are 22 hire agencies servicing Basel. These agencies, altogether, have 56 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Basel with prices from AED 145 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Basel:

Compact

Compact

AED 145+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 201+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 365+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 151+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

AED 156+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 178+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

AED 206+

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

AED 221+

Compare car rental deals in Basel by type

Here are the best Basel small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Basel medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Basel SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Basel van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai ElantraAED 145/day
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Mazda Mazda3AED 147/day
4
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A/C
Mazda Mazda3

Best car rental deals found in Basel

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Basel. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Basel with an average daily rate of AED 211. Data was last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.
Hyundai ElantraAED 145/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Mazda Mazda3AED 147/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Toyota RaizeAED 151/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Raize

Cheapflights insights for Basel car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Basel, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Basel?

To get the best deal on car hire in Basel, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 180, which is about 182% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Basel?

In Basel, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just AED 180.79/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at AED 242.04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Basel?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Basel is Dollar (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Basel?

At Basel, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just AED 176. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 338 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Basel, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just AED 176. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 338 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 176

February

AED 213

March

AED 206

April

AED 224

May

AED 228

June

AED 239

July

AED 338

August

AED 283

September

AED 213

October

AED 198

November

AED 202

December

AED 279

What car do most people hire in Basel?

SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Basel. Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Seat Arona or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Basel?

Sunnycars has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Basel at 6.

Top rental agencies in Basel

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Basel known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Basel. Reviews were last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.9

Sixt

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.2

Hertz

6.8
Okay
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.2

National

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Basel?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 233/day when booking a car hire in Basel. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 213/day from Alamo, booked on Aug. 24.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Basel from about AED 1,364 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Basel?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Basel check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Basel for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Basel can be found for AED 5,846. You can find car rental deals for AED 195 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Basel for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Basel are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in September to be on average AED 174 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Basel

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Basel. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Basel. Deals were last updated on 29 สิงหาคม 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Basel. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 39+).

Electric

Electric

AED 39+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 135+

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