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- Best price guarantee - in the unlikely event you find a lower Hertz price, we'll refund the difference
- No cancellation or change fees**When the booking is cancelled within two days of being made.
- No hidden extras to pay - theft and damage coverage included
- No credit card fees
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Frankfurt Rhein-Main Airport
Opening hours
Mo-Su 0600-2300
Address
Terminals 1 and 2, 60549
Telephone: 49-0-6107-4024300
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Rent a car from Frankfurt Airport with ease. We have Hertz desks situated in Terminal 1. Speak to one of our friendly staff members for help with booster seats or information about Hertz Gold Plus.
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Rent a car at Frankfurt Airport with Hertz
Rent a car at Frankfurt Airport from Hertz and begin your discovery of Germany’s engrossing Rhein-Main region. The Frankfurt Airport car rental desk can be found in both Terminals 1 and 2, in Halls A and D. There are two desks for our Frankfurt Airport car hire. So, you can get set up quickly with your rental vehicle from whatever terminal you arrive at.
Frankfurt Airport is a short drive from the city center. From here, you can explore along the River Maine, Frankfurt and beyond.
Our Frankfurt Airport care rental location is just:
- A 20-minute drive to Frankfurt (downtown).
- A 25-minute drive to Darmstadt.
- Just under a 30-minute drive to Offenbach
- Just over a 90-minute drive to Bonn.
Jump to the section you need:
- Collecting your rental car from Frankfurt Airport
- What cars can I rent from Frankfurt Airport?
- Returning your rental car to Frankfurt Airport
- How to extend your car rental
- FAQs
Collecting your rental car from Frankfurt Airport
Collect your car rental from Frankfurt Airport today. We have a wide range of vehicles for you to choose from, from classic hatchbacks to SUVs – you’re sure to find the perfect ride for your road trip or weekend car rental in the city.
Where are the Hertz desks located in Frankfurt Airport?
There are two Hertz desks for car hire at Frankfurt Airport, one in Terminal 1 (Hall A), in the Airport City Mall Area, and one level above the train station. The other is in Terminal 2 (Hall D) at the Frankfurt Airport car rental center on the arrivals level.
How to get to the Hertz rental desk at Frankfurt Airport
Our desks for car rental at Frankfurt Airport are easily located within each terminal. If you wish to travel between terminals, you can take the yellow shuttle service that stops at the front of each building. It leaves every ten minutes and connects Terminal 1 to Terminal 2.
How to get from Frankfurt Airport to downtown Frankfurt:
Downtown Frankfurt is roughly a ten-mile drive from the Frankfurt Airport car rental lot.
- Get onto the B43, heading east.
- Then go to the B43 and A5, taking exit 21- Frankfurt-Niederrad.
- Follow the A5 to downtown Frankfurt.
What cars can I rent from Frankfurt Airport?
We have a wide range of cars available for you to choose from for your Frankfurt Airport car rental. From stylish sedans to family-friendly SUVs, you will surely find a suitable vehicle for your stay. Availability for specific models may vary.
Electric car rental
The low-emission zone in Frankfurt is the area from the A5 Motorway in west Frankfurt, the A3 motorway in south Frankfurt and the A661 motorway in Frankfurt’s north. Avoid any congestion charges with an electric car rental from Frankfurt Airport with Hertz. You can explore the city in a Polestar 2 or similar.
Family car rental
If you’re travelling with the family, any of our quality SUVs like the Vauxhall Opel Mokka or the Peugeot 3008 could be ideal. Get the family strapped into one of our SUVs and prepare to enjoy Frankfurt in style.
Compact Cars
Rent a car from Frankfurt Airport that’s ready to tour the city in style. One of our small but mighty compact cars is perfect for navigating Frankfurt’s city center. Our fleet includes the Seat Leon and the Peugeot 2008.
Hatchback car hire
A stylish hatchback mini like a Fiat 500 could be perfect for solo, couple or small group trips in Frankfurt and beyond.
Returning your rental car to Frankfurt Airport
Time to drop off your car rental at Frankfurt Airport? Here’s everything you need to know.
Where to return your rental car
You can return your car hire back at Frankfurt Airport via either of the Terminals.
If you’re heading to Terminal 1: When you’re on the autobahn A3, A5 OR B43 – simply follow the signs for Terminal 1 and enter the Car Rental Return.
If you’re choosing to drop off your car rental at Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 2: Just follow the signs for Terminal 2 and Car Rental return from autobahns A3, A5 or B43.
Look out for the Hertz sign upon arrival.
What to do when you return your rental car
The date and time you need to return your Frankfurt Airport car rental are stated on your booking confirmation email and Rental Record. Our branches have individual opening times so you should factor these in to ensure you are not left with any additional charges or unnecessary waiting around.
Once you’ve parked your rental car at Frankfurt Airport, head inside and travel to either of our rental desks to drop off your keys. Our staff will welcome you and take you through the final steps of your vehicle return.
How To Extend Your Car Rental
Need to extend your car hire? No problem, you can easily do this by contacting the Frankfurt Airport car hire branch to discuss extending your rental period.
Further information such as rental record numbers and driver’s license information may be requested.
FAQs
What is required to rent a car in Germany?
A valid driving licence, either from your home state or province is required to rent a vehicle to drive in Germany.
What are the different levels for the Hertz rewards program?
There are three levels in the Hertz rewards program: Hertz Gold Plus, Hertz Five Star and Hertz President’s Circle.
How do I contact Hertz in Germany?
To speak to a member of the Hertz Germany team, you can call the customer service center on +49 (0) 69 153 20 26 26, or email ikeaGE@hertz.com, as well as use the contact us form on our website.
Can I pick up extra accessories from Hertz?
Yes, child seats, wall chargers, car chargers, USB cords, headphones, battery packs and phone holders are available from most Hertz rental counters.
What are Hertz’s future plans for electric models?
We plan to have 25% of our fleet of vehicles to be electric by the end of 2024.