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?
Book your car hire in Basel 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around S$ 63/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1% off the usual average price.
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?
Planning to hire a car in Basel? January is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 62 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 99. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 62
February
S$ 75
March
S$ 72
April
S$ 78
May
S$ 80
June
S$ 85
July
S$ 99
August
S$ 86
September
S$ 75
October
S$ 67
November
S$ 69
December
S$ 96
What car do most people rent in Basel?
Standard cars (Volkswagen Passat, for example) are the most popular in Basel. SUV (Class Full-size SUV) and Estate car (Opel Insignia Sports Tourer) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Basel.
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 12 June 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Basel, including Dollar, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Basel for about S$ 430 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Basel?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Basel for a month is certainly possible.