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The best car hire deals at Cologne Airport with Zest

Search, compare and book you next car hire with Zest Car Rental for inclusive deals you won’t find anywhere else. At Zest, we understand the last thing you need after a long flight is to deal with problems collecting your car hire. Therefore, we only partner with trusted and monitored providers to ensure a hassle-free and smooth car rental experience. Renting a car on your holiday is the best way to explore hidden gems, and traverse at your own pace. You’re in safe hands when you book your next car hire with Zest Car Rental! 

  • Excess Insurance included  
  • Free Cancellation & Amendments  
  • Fair Fuel Policy 
  • Breakdown Assistance  
  • 24/7 Customer Support 
  • Which? Recommended Provider 

Which car rental company should I book with at Cologne Airport?

At Zest, we partner with both local and multinational providers at Cologne Airport to give you the best choice and service every time. All providers are trusted and monitored closely to ensure you a smooth and hassle-free car rental collection. Start your holiday the right way with Zest! 

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Book with Zest Car Rental at Cologne Airport!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Cologne Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications! 
 
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts! 
 
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Cologne Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here
 
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Cologne Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems! 
 
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today! 
 
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here
 
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours. 
 
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent! 

Key Information

  • Airport Code: CGN
  • Address: Kennedystraße, 51147 Köln, Germany
  • Website: https://www.cologne-bonn-airport.com/en/
  • GPS Coordinates: 50.8659° N, 7.1427° E
  • Airport Telephone: +49 2203 40-40
  • Country Dialing Code: +49 (Germany)

Explore Cologne by Car!

The Cologne Cathedral is a stunning masterpiece of Gothic architecture and one of the most iconic landmarks in Germany. Its impressive façade and intricate details make it a must-visit attraction. You can explore the interior, climb to the top for panoramic views of the city, and learn about its history. The distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to the Cologne Cathedral is approximately 15 kilometers (about 9 miles).

Take a leisurely stroll along the Rhine River, enjoying the picturesque views of the city's skyline and the riverbanks. Close to the river, you'll find the Chocolate Museum (Schokoladenmuseum), where you can learn about the history of chocolate and even see chocolate being made. It's a fun and interactive experience for both adults and kids. The distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to the Chocolate Museum is approximately 15 kilometers (about 9 miles).

Need to contact us on rental?

We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan. 

If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288. 

If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.

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(4.57 out of 5.00) based on 7 responses to our customer survey.

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