Car Hire Duesseldorf Airport

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.

Dropping your Rental Car Back at Düsseldorf Airport

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.

Best Places to Eat near Düsseldorf Airport

• 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.