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Cheap Car Rentals in Basel from AED 175

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 30/7 and drop-off date of 13/8. 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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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 9 July 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 175 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Basel:

Compact

Compact

AED 175+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 400+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 529+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 566+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 194+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

AED 196+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 236+

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

AED 331+

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:

Ford FocusAED 175/day
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A/C
Ford Focus
Toyota C-HRAED 236/day
4
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A/C
Toyota C-HR

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 338. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
Peruse the best Basel car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Ford FocusAED 175/day
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Ford Focus
BMW X2AED 177/day
4
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A/C
BMW X2
Chevrolet CruzeAED 185/day
5
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A/C
Chevrolet Cruze

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 176, which is about 188% 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 Thrifty, offering prices from just AED 124.14/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at AED 290.43/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 180. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 286 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 180. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 286 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 180

February

AED 213

March

AED 206

April

AED 224

May

AED 228

June

AED 239

July

AED 286

August

AED 246

September

AED 209

October

AED 191

November

AED 198

December

AED 275

What car do most people hire in Basel?

Passenger van cars (Volkswagen Multivan or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Basel. SUV cars (Audi Q5 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Skoda Fabia 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 9 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Basel, such as Dollar, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

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 9 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in Basel from about AED 2,033 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 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 August to be on average AED 0 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 9 July 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 75+).

Electric

Electric

AED 75+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 171+

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