Car Rental at Dusseldorf Airport

Düsseldorf Airport is the largest airport in the province of Rhine Ruhr and the North Rhine-Westphalia state of Germany. The airport is rated as the third largest airport in Germany and is regarded as the 23rd busiest airport in Europe. There are two runways and three terminals – Terminals A, B, C – in the airport. Each of these terminals has its own lounges. There are more than 70 airlines providing direct flights to more than 186 locations across the globe. This explains why the airport can handle an average of 750 takeoffs and landings on a daily basis.

Getting to the city from the airport or coming to the airport does not constitute any problem because of the excellent transport choices available at the airport. The airport has its own train station that has rail connections with both regional and national rail networks. Taxi services can be found right in front of the arrivals area. For those who wish to take the bus, there is a bus stop at the airport terminal and buses run in regular intervals to the city center.

Many passengers prefer to hire a car for easy movement to and from the airport. There are plenty of car hire companies in and around the airport. Car rental Düsseldorf Airport is available in the central arrivals area. Once the formalities are completed, the car key will be handed to the driver on the spot.

Car Rental Companies at Düsseldorf Airport:

• Alamo: +49 211 984 3000
• Avis: +49 211 421 6747
• Buchbinder: +49 211 416 04440
• Budget: +49 697 104 45596
• Dollar: +49 211 411 083
• Enterprise: +49 211 984 3000
• Europcar: +49 211 942 380
• Flizzr: +49 896 606 0060
• Global Rent A Car: +49 211 416 04440
• Hertz: +49 211 411 083
• Interrent: +49 211 416 04440
• Keddy By Europcar: +49 211 942 380
• National: +49 211 984 3000
• Sixt: +49 896 606 0060
• Thrifty: +49 211 411 083

Düsseldorf Airport car rental is a very easy procedure. You can hire as soon as you arrive at the central arrivals area. However, it is better to make arrangements before arrival to save time and some firms require a minimum of 24 hour advance notice.

Generally, driving in Germany is very easy because the road network is excellent. Germany has well maintained and extensive motorways. Passengers hiring a car at the airport should not find it difficult driving in the city of Düsseldorf, because the motorways are thoroughly marked and well sign posted. However, passengers should know that driving in German is guided by many rules. Firstly, cars drive on the right hand side of the road. The road signs in Europe generally are different from those of the US or the UK. Visitors should ensure that they have a map to guide them so that they will not park in the wrong spot. Secondly, visitors should avoid driving under the influence of alcohol. It is against the road traffic regulations in Germany to drive under the influence of alcohol.

Speed limits differ according to road type and the nature of the area. Built-up areas have a lower speed limit. The speed limit will be indicated on a sign post, especially if the speed limit is not the same as the normal speed limit.

Visitors should return the car they rented at Mietwagenrückgabe, that is the Düsseldorf Airport Car Hire Center. There is a sign to direct visitors from the motor exit area to the Center. If visitors want to fill their car with fuel, they will find a petrol station on the airport precinct located west of the administrative offices. Passengers should endeavour to return their car keys and documents to the right car rental agencies.