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CAR HIRE HAMBURG AIRPORT
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
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Address
Flughafen Hamburg, Hamburg, 22335, DE
Phone
(49) 40 50752314
Hours of operation
Sun
11:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Mon-Fri
07:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Location Information
AFTER-HOURS RETURNS
Car park in car return lane, lock the car, drop off key into key safe located in front of return lanes, key safe is indicated with "Nachteinwurf / night safe".
GENERAL DIRECTIONS
AIRLINE PASSENGERS: Our rental desks are located in the landside area of Arrivals in Terminal 2.No shuttle bus available.
LOCATION COMMENT
RENT-A-CAR AND FUN/LUXURY CAR AND 4X4 LOCATION
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Available, pick up at normal rental station
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Rent a car at Hamburg Airport with confidence. Full, fee-free cancellation guaranteed
Rent a car from Hamburg Fuhlsbüttel Airport and enjoy the flexibility of exploring the city and beyond at your own pace. Our rental team will be waiting for you at our rental counter in the terminal building to ensure you get on the road as quickly as possible.
Imposing architecture, world-class museums, the iconic Elbphilharmonie concert hall and a colossal harbour lined with red-brick warehouses all add to the atmosphere of Hamburg. And if you want to dive deep into its culinary heritage, a visit to the weekly fish market is an essential. You can also discover how the locals like to party with a night scene to rival any other European hotspot. Hamburg car rental from Avis is a convenient way to explore what Germany’s second city has to offer.
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Discover cars to rent at Hamburg Airport
Browse our extensive range of vehicles, then pre-book online to guarantee a seamless transition from plane to car. Whether you are visiting for the day on business or for leisure purposes, Avis has the right choice for your Hamburg car rental. Choose from economy, luxury, family saloons or SUVs among others, and don’t forget to check out additional features such as one-way drop off, sat nav and child seats.
Plan your journey from Hamburg Airport
Located just 10km from Germany’s second city, Hamburg Fuhlsbüttel Airport, is one of the country’s main transport hubs. It is well connected to the city of Hamburg via the B433, making it easy for you to reach the city centre and its wealth of attractions in a little over 25 minutes. Once you arrive, there is plenty of parking throughout the city and many of the attractions can be visited on foot.
Hamburg itself is a key destination in Germany for culture, shopping, entertainment and gastronomy, famous for its glittering harbourfront and many canals (more than Venice and Amsterdam combined!). The city’s north-east location and network of major roads that surround it means that it is also extremely well placed for whichever direction you are going in.
If you are travelling towards Berlin, the A24 connects you with the vibrant capital in around three hours, while the A7 directly south will bring you to Hanover in less than two hours. Hamburg is also well placed for those venturing north to Denmark—in under five hours you can be in the city of Copenhagen.
Driving in Germany is easy and straightforward, as roads are in excellent condition and well signposted. With an Avis hire car you can benefit from the comfort and freedom of travelling in your own time.
Top tips for driving in Hamburg
Which side of the road?
In Germany, please drive on the right side of the road.
Country driving laws
- Mobile phones may only be used with a headset or hands-free device
- Be aware that on unrestricted motorways (autobahns) you can still get a speeding ticket for driving too fast for the prevailing traffic or weather conditions
- In cities, if you see a blue sign with white car, children and bike symbols on it, you must drive at walking speed
- At crossroads or junctions in urban areas, you have the right of way if there is a road sign with a yellow diamond at the intersection. A white triangle with a red border indicates you must wait for the oncoming traffic to clear
- A number of German cities have low emission zones that require you to have a special permit to drive through them
- If you're caught committing a driving offence, the police can issue an on-the-spot fine
Speed limits
All speed signs will be in km/h.
For a standard Avis rental vehicle with no trailers:
- Urban areas: 50 km/h (30 mph)
- Motorways (autobahns): None unless shown. 130 km/h (80 mph) is the suggested maximum
- Rural areas: 100 km/h (62 mph)
Unless indicated by road signs.
Child safety / Seatbelt laws
- It is compulsory for the driver and all passengers to wear a seatbelt
- Children aged under 12 and less than 150 cm tall must be seated in an appropriate child restraint for their size
Please note - It is the child’s parent/guardian or vehicle renter’s responsibility to fit the child seat.
This road rules information is for provided for general guidance only. We endeavour to keep the information up to date and accurate, but any reliance you place on this information is at your own risk.
We’ve unlocked Germany’s driving rules and regulations for your journey to help keep you safe and avoid the unexpected. Familiarise yourself with our comprehensive guide.
Beyond Hamburg with your hire car
Once you have had your fill of this cosmopolitan city, jump behind the wheel and explore further. The fairy-tale architecture of Bremen is only 1.5 hours away along the A1 motorway. Make a stop to visit the Marktplatz boasting Gothic and Renaissance facades and lose yourself in the enchanting cobbled streets. If you are in the area in December be sure to experience the festive Christmas markets.
The roads out of Hamburg also link you to the invigorating shores of the Baltic and North Sea in only an hour. Other regional highlights include the medieval town of Lüneburg, also known as “the salt town”, 40 minutes away via the A39 southbound, or the half-timbered houses of picturesque Lübeck, connected to Hamburg via the A1 northbound.
Why choose Avis for your Hamburg Airport car hire?
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.
- Savings on coverage
When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.
- Loyalty benefits
Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.
- Safety first
From our well-maintained fleet to protecting your data, we take safety seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Dettol® to ensure both hygienic rental locations and thoroughly cleaned vehicles.
- Faster collection
Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.
- VIP treatment
Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
Hamburg FAQs
2-3 days in Hamburg should give you enough time to enjoy everything this vibrant city has to offer, including its famous port, canals, quirky neighbourhoods and fascinating museums.
The best areas for visitors to stay in, include the Altstadt (old town) and Neustadt (new town) where you’ll find there’s a great number of appealing tourist attractions at your fingertips. You could also consider St Pauli to have Hamburg’s famed nightlife on your doorstep, while those on a budget can check out accommodation in Altona.
Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany and is classed as a city-state in itself.
Hamburg is best known for its harbour area (the Port of Hamburg), eye-popping architecture, thriving cultural scene, historic warehouse district, and 300-year-old fish market. It is also home to one of Europe’s largest red-light districts.
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Renter Requirements
- Optional Coverages
- Credit Card Policies
- Debit Card Policies
- Drivers License
- Public Liability and Property Damage
- Added Important Information
- Additional Fees
- Age Requirements
- Fuel Policy
- ID Requirements
- Miscellaneous Information
- One Way Rentals
- Rental Options
- Returns
- Travel Into Other Countries
Damage
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is damaged during the rental?
If you have liability reduction in case of a damage (CDW - collision damage waiver) and the vehicle, keys, any accessories or any vehicle documents are damaged and you are responsible for the damage, the amount you have to pay for the damage will be reduced to no more than the excess stated on your rental agreement meaning you'll pay for the cost of repair or replacement plus a damage or theft processing fee in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental in the amount of 30.00 EUR or the excess, whichever is less.
How much is the excess?
Depending on car group rented, customer is liable for an amount ranging between 18,000.00 EUR and 102,000.00 EUR if Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is not taken. Purchase of CDW reduces liability to an amount between 950.00 EUR and 1250.00 EUR depending on car group rented.
How do I get Damage Waiver?
In most cases, Damage Waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you're renting and the place you're renting it from.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Damage Waiver (SCDW) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero. The price depends on the vehicle and location but you can expect it to costs between 25.50 EUR and 44.00 EUR a day.
Will I need to pay if the windscreen is damaged?
Yes, it will be treated the same as any other damage to the vehicle.
What happens if I damage any optional extras I rent from you?
If any optional extras are damaged, you have to pay for the cost of replacement, or their estimated repair costs in addition to the rental fee, insofar as you are responsible for the damage.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount you pay will not be reduced if damage was caused by or as a result of:
- Water or fire damage, that was not your fault.
- Driving the vehicle without due care and attention
- Driving or using the vehicle in breach of your contract
What do I have to pay if I don't have Damage Waiver?
If the vehicle, the key, accessories or vehicle documents should be damaged during the period in which you have rented the vehicle, you must pay for the following in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental, insofar as you are responsible for the damage:
- Either the cost of replacement, or the estimated repair costs whichever is cheaper
- Plus our loss of use
- Plus an administration fee
Where can I find information of damage charges I've paid?
If we find damage, we will charge the amount you have to pay to your card. Unless you have asked us to send you a receipt by post or email, you will be able to find details of this payment here.
Theft
What products reduce the amount I have to pay if the vehicle is lost or stolen during the rental?
If you have a liability reduction for the event of theft (theft protection, TP) and your vehicle is stolen, the amount which you must pay in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental - insofar as you are responsible for the theft - will be limited to the excess stipulated in your rental agreement, which means that you must pay for the costs of replacement plus a fee for the processing of the event of damage or theft in the amount of 30.00 EUR or the excess, whichever is less.
How much is the excess?
Depending on car group rented, customer is liable for an amount ranging between 18,000.00 EUR and 102,000.00 EUR if Theft Protection waiver (TP) is not taken. Purchase of TP reduces liability to an amount between 950.00 EUR and 1250.00 EUR depending on car group rented.
How do I get Theft Protection waiver?
In most cases, Theft Protection waiver is provided with the vehicle as standard. If it is included, it will be stated on your rental agreement and in your booking confirmation email. If it is not included, the price depends on the vehicle you are renting and the place you're renting it from.
Is there an excess reduction product available to reduce my excess further?
Yes, Super Theft Protection waiver (STP) is an excess reduction product which reduces your excess to zero.
What happens if I lose any optional extras I rent from you or if they are stolen?
If any optional extras are lost or stolen, you have to pay for the cost of replacement in addition to the rental fee.
Are there any times when the excess would not apply?
Yes, the amount to be paid by you is not limited if you are responsible for the loss or theft due to your intention or gross negligence, such as, for instance, in cases when:
- Keys being left in the vehicle
- Keys being lost or stolen
- Using the vehicle in breach of the contract
In the event of losses caused by gross negligence, we are entitled to claim damages against you in an amount equivalent to the grade of negligence, up to and including the full amount of the loss or damage.
The liability restriction will be void if you or your co-driver should intentionally infringe any contractual obligation as per the rental agreement. The liability restriction will be reduced proportionally corresponding to the severity of the fault if you or your co-driver failed to fulfil a contractual obligation as per the rental agreement. The restriction of liability will not be void if the breach of duty was not the cause of the damage or the determination of the conditions for the granting of the liability reduction.
What do I have to pay if I don't have Theft Protection?
IIf the vehicle, the key, accessories or vehicle documents should be damage during the period in which you have rented the vehicle, you must pay for the following if you are responsible for this:
- The cost of replacement
- Plus our loss of use
- Plus a fee for the processing of the event of damage or theft in accordance with Section 6 of General Conditions of Rental in the amount of 30.00 EUR.
Where can I find information of theft charges I've paid?
If the loss or theft was caused by you, your card will be charged with the amount owed and due. More details of this payment can be found here, unless you have asked us to send you an invoice by mail or Email.
Damage to people and their property
What do I have to pay if I injure someone whilst driving?
Third Party Liability (TPL) cover is provided with the vehicle as standard. This means that if you have an accident in our vehicle and you injure someone, including any of your passengers, or you damage anything which belongs to them, you will not have to pay any of their costs. Third Party Liability cover does not cover any death or injury suffered by the driver of our vehicle or any damage to personal items in our vehicle.
Are there any times when third party liability cover would not apply?
If the law requires us to provide you with third party liability cover, the minimum cover required by law will still apply but we, or our insurer, may seek to recover our costs from you if the accident was caused by:
- By you breaking the contract (for example allowing someone we had not approved drive the vehicle of driving whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other unlawful substance),
- By you breaking the law
- As a result of your negligence or recklessness.
What products cover the driver of the vehicle?
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) covers the driver of the vehicle in the event of an accident. It reduces the amount you have to pay in the event of an accident to zero or to 70 EUR per claim depending on the claim you make. Personal Accident Insurance provides the following benefits:
- A maximum of 40.000 EUR , in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 2.000 EUR, towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
Who provides Personal Accident Insurance?
Personal Accident Insurance is underwritten by AIG Europe Limited. You will need to agree to their terms and conditions. Our agent, Avis Europe Risk Management Limited retains 20% of the price you pay after insurance premium tax has been deducted, as commission.
How do I get Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you arre renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 6 EUR and 7,55 EUR a day.
Can I increase my cover and reduce my excess?
Yes, Super Personal Accident Insurance (SPAI) provides the following enhanced benefits:
- A maximum of 120.000 EUR , in the event of death, loss of limbs or eyes or permanent total disability
- A maximum of 6.000 EUR, towards emergency medical expenses related directly to the accident
- Medical assistance and rescue costs (conditions apply)
- Baggage up to 6.000 EUR, per vehicle excluding any items you rented through us (again, there are conditions, and a limit of 350 EUR, per item)
- Expenses for replacing main house keys and locks up to 500 EUR
- Emergency travel expenses up to 500 EUR.
Is Super Personal Accident Insurance available when renting any vehicles?
Yes, you can buy Super Personal Accident Insurance not matter what vehicle you rent.
How do I get Super Personal Accident Insurance?
If you have bought Super Personal Accident Insurance, it will be stated on your rental agreement. The price depends on the location you are renting from, but you can expect it to costs between 9 EUR, and 11,30 EUR a day.
What will you pay if I don't have Personal Accident Insurance?
If the driver of the vehicle is involved in an accident and is injured or dies, we will not pay their costs. If any personal items in the vehicle are damaged, lost or stolen, we will not pay for their repair or replacement.
For information, passengers are considered third parties and would benefit from the third party liability cover provided with the vehicle as standard.
Protection packages
I want to buy more than one protection product, can I get a protection package?
We offer various protection packages, please enquire about these at the time of booking or at the centre. The costs are between EUR 51.50 and up to EUR 73.00 per day.
Third party protection products
I have bought a protection product from an external provider, can I use it?
If you decide to buy cover from someone else, you will have to pay our full costs Find out more: see "What will you pay if I don't have" within this section of this document then you will need to make a claim with the external provider to get your money back. It is your responsibility to ensure you understand the terms of any cover you buy from an external provider and for any claim you make. We are unable to help you with your claim.
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