Germany's third-largest airport Düsseldorf International Airport, known as Flughafen Düsseldorf, is located north of Düsseldorf, approximately 15 minutes from the city centre. Get yourself a car hire at Düsseldorf International Airport and the city is yours to discover at your own pace. With easy access to cities like Cologne and Hannover, via Germany’s famed and extensive autobahn network, Düsseldorf Airport is one of the most convenient pick-up locations for a car rental.
Whether you're drawn to the vibrant energy of this modern business hub or seek the calm of the magnificent Rhine valley, Düsseldorf and its surroundings cater to every taste.
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The Dollar Car Rental counter is located in the arrival hall of the airport terminal. After you have landed and collected your luggage, follow the car rental signs for Hertz/Dollar you will spot once you have passed through the baggage claim area.
We offer a wide selection of cars – from mini cars that help you navigate city streets to SUVs for longer road trips. You can pick up your rental car at Düsseldorf International Airport in the parking area next to the terminal. It is a good idea to reserve a car online, and breathe easy knowing your Dollar Car Rental awaits you upon arrival.
Returning your car rental at Düsseldorf International Airport is a straightforward process.
Exit the city via the A44, and get off at exit 31.
Continue to the first exit to the Airport. Once you are at the airport parking, follow the signs to the Hertz/Dollar Parking spaces.
Park the car in a space reserved for Dollar Car Rental vehicles, make sure you take all your belongings, lock the vehicle, and return the keys to our agents.
Make sure you arrive on time to avoid incurring any additional charges.
If you haven’t already filled up the tank, you can do so at the petrol station at the airport.
For your car rental requirements at Düsseldorf Airport, Dollar Car Rental presents an array of options featuring both petrol and diesel vehicles. Our fleet offers affordable cars in four categories. Whether your journey entails a business trip or a family vacation, and whether you are a solo traveller, have a companion, or are accompanied by family or colleagues, our selection accommodates all.
Mini car rental at Düsseldorf Airport: Seats up to 4 passengers, has air conditioning, and room for a small suitcase. Ideal for city driving.
Compact car rental at Düsseldorf Airport: Our compact cars seat up to five passengers, and have generous trunk capacity.
Economy car rental at Düsseldorf Airport: An economical choice that accommodates 4 passengers, and has ample trunk space.
Midsize car rental at Düsseldorf Airport: For more comfort, opt for our midsize option. This category provides spacious seating for up to five and space for 1 large and 2 small suitcases.
There is much to discover in and around Düsseldorf. A glittering skyline, a kilometre-long canal-lined shopping haven, a charming old town, countless galleries and museums, and a thriving music scene.
It takes merely 15 minutes to get to the Altstadt (old town) from Düsseldorf Airport. Discover historic buildings like the Basilica, and the Old Town Hall, and go bar-hopping among the 300-plus pubs, breweries, restaurants, and clubs that are almost impossibly packed into a 0.5 km radius. No wonder the locals call it “the longest bar in the world”.
Head south-west to explore the fascinating redevelopment at Medienhafen (Media Harbour) to admire the Postmodernist structures built by architectural luminaries. Take a walk along the promenade, and take a breather at the many cafés and restaurants lining the Rhine.
A car rental at Düsseldorf International Airport makes it convenient to head 12 kilometers southeast of the city to the beautiful Benrath Palace (Schloss Benrath). Built in the 18th century, the rose-pink, Rococo-style pleasure palace opens onto a lake, and houses three museums: the Palace Museum, the Natural History Museum, and the unique Museum of European Garden Art.
Pick up a car rental at Düsseldorf Airport and you could soon be on your way to tasting some Rhenish cuisine. Whether you desire hearty local food, gourmet delicacies, or some Japanese fare, you'll find a tempting array of dining options around Düsseldorf Airport.
No trip to Düsseldorf would be complete without indulging in a quintessential Rhenish experience - sampling the locally brewed, copper-coloured Altbier. In the heart of Düsseldorf, in charming Altstadt lies a traditional tavern called Brauerei Zum Schiffchen (Hafenstrasse 5). It is said to be the oldest restaurant in the city and boasts of having served Napolean Bonaparte. Taste the local brew while trying out some traditional German currywurst and pork knuckles.
Düsseldorf is home to one of the largest Japanese communities in Europe and is home to a large variety of authentic Japanese food. Get yourself a car hire at Düsseldorf Airport and in 12 minutes you will be in the heart of Little Tokyo. Sample the best of Japanese cuisine at Yoshi by Nagaya at Kreuzstrasse 17.
Medienhafen (Media Harbour) is home to a vibrant culinary scene. Sansibar, is the ideal place to indulge your taste buds, savour briny oysters, indulge in traditional German dishes, and enjoy tempting options for vegetarians. All accompanied by sweeping vistas of the majestic Rhine.
No, the rental car can only be collected by the person who made the reservation and whose name is on the booking.
Yes, you can upgrade your rental car at the pickup location, subject to availability. Upgrading will incur additional charges based on the upgraded car's class and rental duration.
Dollar Car Rental accepts most major credit cards, and debit cards from companies like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. We do not accept cash payments for car rentals.
You can add an additional driver to your rental agreement at the rental counter when you collect your vehicle. Additional drivers must meet the same age and licencing requirements as the primary driver.
You can extend or modify your booking online up to three times free of cost. Simply log in to your account and make the desired changes through the View/Modify/Cancel button.
While you can return the car earlier than your scheduled drop-off date, Dollar Car Rental does not offer any refund for the unused portion of your rental.
If we are unable to provide a vehicle in the category you reserved, you may be given a free upgrade or a downgrade accompanied by compensation.
Yes, but you must request prior authorisation at the time of booking. Crossing the borders may incur cross-border costs.
FOR RENTALS IN ITALY - from 15th Nov to 15th Apr many cities in specific Italian regions are required by law to restrict rentals to only those vehicles equipped with snow chains or winter tyres. To comply with these regulations, Dollar equipped vehicles with snow chains - the price is included in the rental charges as Winterisation fee. Hence, for these vehicles there’s NO NEED TO BOOK snow chains as Extra.
IMPORTANT: Please check the rate details of your quotation on the right of this web page to verify if your booking includes Winterisation fee before booking snow chains in Italy.