Copenhagen car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Copenhagen
The best car rental companies in Copenhagen are Sixt, Hertz, Europcar. Prices start from €38/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 12%.
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Ranked comparison
Top 10 rental companies in Copenhagen
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€41/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€43/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€40/day
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#4
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€39/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€36/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€42/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€37/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€44/day
all-in estimate
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#9
Thrifty
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€33/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Copenhagen
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €38 | VW up! | 4 |
| Compact | €44 | Škoda Fabia | 4 |
| SUV | €68 | VW Tiguan | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €85 | VW Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €115 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Copenhagen
Airport — Copenhagen Airport (CPH, Kastrup)
CPH is Scandinavia's busiest hub, just 8km south of the city center and directly linked by metro; rental desks cluster in Terminal 3 arrivals.
Downtown — Copenhagen city center (Vesterbro / Central Station)
Downtown desks near Central Station suit travelers who arrive by train and only need a car for day trips beyond the compact, bike-friendly city core.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~12% of base rate | CPH airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–10/day | Per extra driver |
| Øresund Bridge toll | Pay-per-crossing, billed via rental company | Driving across to Malmö, Sweden |
| Storebælt (Great Belt) Bridge toll | Pay-per-crossing, billed via rental company | Driving west toward Funen and Jutland |
| Refundable deposit | €300–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Copenhagen
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) is just 8km from downtown and linked by metro, making it Scandinavia's busiest and most convenient hub for car pickup.
- Denmark has no motorway vignette — the country's toll costs instead come from two major bridge crossings, the Storebælt and the Øresund.
- The Øresund Bridge connects Copenhagen directly to Malmö, Sweden, letting you combine a Danish and Swedish road trip in one rental.
- The Storebælt (Great Belt) Bridge links Zealand (Copenhagen's island) to Funen and mainland Jutland, and is the main route west out of the capital.
- Winter tires are legally required in Denmark during the winter months whenever road conditions call for them.
- Copenhagen's city center is dense and extremely bicycle-friendly, so most visitors only need a rental car for day trips beyond the capital, not for getting around downtown.
- Central Copenhagen has low-emission and paid parking zones, so downtown drivers should check parking rules before leaving a rental car overnight.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Copenhagen
Do you need a car in Copenhagen?
Not for the city itself — it's compact and one of the most bike-friendly capitals in the world. A car becomes useful for day trips to North Zealand, Malmö, or across the country toward Funen and Jutland.
How far is Copenhagen Airport from downtown?
About 8km, a short metro ride away, making CPH one of the most convenient airports in Europe for a quick rental pickup.
Are there tolls when driving from Copenhagen?
Yes — the Øresund Bridge to Sweden and the Storebælt Bridge to Funen/Jutland are both paid crossings, usually billed automatically through the rental company.
Do I need a vignette to drive in Denmark?
No, Denmark has no general motorway vignette. The main toll costs come from the Øresund and Storebælt bridge crossings.
Are winter tires required in Denmark?
Yes, winter tires are legally required during the winter months whenever conditions require them.
Can I drive from Copenhagen to Sweden?
Yes, the Øresund Bridge connects Copenhagen directly to Malmö in about 35 minutes, tolls included.
What is the cheapest car type in Copenhagen?
Economy cars like a VW up! start around €38/day. An SUV for a longer road trip starts around €68/day.
