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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Brussels Airport
Economy
Peugeot 208 or similar
Peugeot 208
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Keddy
$23.10 / per day
Brussels Airport
Mini
Kia Picanto or similar
Kia Picanto
  • 4
  • 1
  • 2
  • Man.
Alamo
$27.81 / per day
Brussels Airport
Compact
Opel Astra or similar
Opel Astra
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Enterprise
$30.61 / per day
Brussels Airport
Compact Elite
Cupra Born or similar
Cupra Born
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Europcar
$32.41 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Brussels Airport
Full-size
Polestar 2 or similar
Polestar 2
  • 4
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Hertz
$49.67 / per day
Brussels Airport
Intermediate
Nissan Qashqai or similar
Nissan Qashqai
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Thrifty
$49.76 / per day
Brussels Airport
Standard
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$66.04 / per day
Brussels Airport
Premium Elite
Polestar 2 or similar
Polestar 2
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$90.25 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 21:28 on 2024-03-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
Dutch, French, German
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+32
Average car rental price
$46 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
70 - 120 km/h or 43 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Rating
8.0 / 10
Average gasoline price
$1.92 per liter or $7.27 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.74 per liter or $6.58 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$2.27 per liter or $8.58 / 1 gallon

Why rent a car in Brussels?

Brussels is a great place to explore. Much more than just a diplomatic and political hub, the city has plenty to offer such as the medieval Flemish Old Town, French-inspired Renaissance architecture, ambitiously futuristic neighborhoods, and great cuisine and nightlife. Brussels is located right between the Flemsh and the French-speaking parts of Belgium. If you rent a car, the city can serve as a base for seeing the rest of the country and even traveling to Belgium’s neighbors like the Netherlands, France, or Germany.

One-Way Car Rentals in Brussels

The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Brussels and drop off in another city include:

  • From Brussels to Charleroi - 67 offers from $39.54 per day
  • From Brussels to Amsterdam - 33 offers from $46.82 per day
  • From Brussels to Berlin - 66 offers from $61.74 per day
  • From Brussels to Porto - 29 offers from $103.70 per day
  • From Brussels to Copenhagen - 29 offers from $103.70 per day

Top ways to enter Brussels

  • Brussels Zaventem Airport: The largest in the country and among the 25 busiest in Europe, Brussels Airport handles more than 25 million passengers every year. The airport is a large hub for Brussels Airlines and a focus city for a number of other airlines. There are flights to and from nearly all other countries in Europe, as well as many destinations in other continents of the world. The airport is located 16 km (10 mi) northeast of the city center and can be reached in about 20-30 minutes, depending on the traffic.
  • Charleroi Airport. Often called Brussels-South, this airport is served by a number of low-cost airlines, thus often offering a cheaper way to reach Brussels than flying to its main airport. The airport has been growing at a steady pace and served more than 8 million travelers in 2018. Serving the Wallon city of Charleroi, the airport is about 68 km (42 mi) south of Brussels and can be reached in about one hour.
  • Antwerp Airport. A small international airport serving the city of the same name, Antwerp Airport has flights to and from countries like the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, and Morocco. Located just 52km (32 miles) north of Brussels, it takes about 45-50 minutes drive from Antwerp to Belgium’s capital city.
  • Liege Airport. A small airport near the border with the Netherlands, Liege Airport is better known as a large air cargo traffic center but also serves passengers flights by TUI fly Belgium, connecting the city to beach resorts in Spain, Greece, Tunisia, and other countries. The airport is located 91km (56 miles) east of Brussels, and you can reach the capital city in one hour by car.
  • By rail. If you arrive in Brussels by train, you can conveniently pick up your rental car at Brussels Central Station or Brussels Zuid Station.

City facts

  • Thanks to its proximity to the North Sea and a number of large wetland areas, Brussels has an oceanic climate. Its summers are warm (and can get very hot on individual days) while winters are cool to mild. The average temperature is 18°C  (65°F) in July, the warmest month, and 3°C  (38°F) in January. Brussels is one of the rainiest capitals of Europe, experiencing around 200 rainy days per year.
  • Brussels is a multicultural and multilingual city. French and Flemish Dutch are the native languages of Belgium and both are spoken by many city inhabitants. There are also many diaspora languages that can be frequently heard in the city, including Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, different varieties of Arabic and Berber, and many others. Knowledge of English is very high and many city inhabitants, especially those working in one of its many international institutions, use it as their primary language on a daily basis. 

Top destinations and activities

  • Grand Place. Also known as Grote Markt, the central square of Brussels is surrounded by beautiful 16th and 17th Century buildings. Famous landmarks like the Brussels Town Hall, the House of the Dukes of Brabant, and the Museum of the City of Brussels are located in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. According to many, it’s the most picturesque place in the Low Countries, and it’s easy to see why.
  • The Royal Theater of the Mint. Called de Munt in Dutch and La Monnaie in French, the impressive opera house was first built in 1700 then significantly rebuilt in the19th century. The building is heavily located to the Belgian Independence movement and the Belgian Revolution of the 19th century, but even if you don’t care about history, it’s simply a stunning building to look at.
  • Royal Museums of Art and History. One of the best reasons to visit Brussels is the chance to see all the world-famous art that can be found in the city. There are many quality galleries, but a good place to start is the Royal Museums, a network of five museums that host everything from antiques and pieces from around the world to works by renowned masters like Belgium’s own Magritte, as well as Dali, Picasso, and Matisse.
  • Atomium. Built for the 1958 Brussels World Fair (or Expo), Atomium is one of the best-known tourist attractions of the Belgian capital. 102 meters (335 feet) high, the structure depicts nine iron atoms that have been magnified 165 billion times. The modernist landmark is in the residential neighborhood of Laeken in the northwestern part of the city.

Traffic and parking

  • Belgium drives on the right hand side of the road.
  • Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 120 km/h (75 mph) on freeways and on roads with at least two two-lane roadways separated by a median strip, 90 km/h (56 mph) outside built-up areas in the Brussels-Capital Region and the Wallonia Region, 70 km/h (4 mph) outside built-up areas in the Flemish Region, and 50 km/h (31 mph) within urban and built-up areas.
  • It is illegal to use a mobile phone while driving.
  • The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for both experienced and novice drivers. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, a licence ban, and even imprisonment. 
  • Speed cameras are in use.
  • Proof of insurance and documentation of the car need to be in it whenever you’re driving.
  • When driving, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
  • The emergency number, like elsewhere in the European Union, is 112.

Toll roads

As of June 2019, there are no toll roads in Belgium. There is a toll tunnel, Liefkenshoektunnel, that connects Antwerp and Beveren. Located in the northern part of the country near the border with the Netherlands, it is about 70km (43 miles) north of Brussels. The toll is € 6.00 for vehicles with a height of 2.75 m or lower and € 19.00 for larger vehicles. You can pay either in cash or by credit card.

Ideas for day trips

  • Sonian Forest. Very near the city, Sonian is one of the nicest places to escape the city to around the Belgian capital. A former royal hunting ground, it is shared by all three regions of Belgium (Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels), and its primeval beech forest has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sonian is located southeast of the city itself, the drive from the center of Brussels taking only about 30 minutes.
  • Leuven. Like several other cities in the region, Leuven combines beautiful classical architecture with a lively, student-dominated spirit. The compact, well-preserved city center is home to a wealth of historical landmarks, the nightlife is fun, and Leuven is also the home of the original Stella Artois brewery. Best of all, the drive from Brussels takes only about 35 minutes.
  • Bruges. Once the commercial center of Belgium and the region, Bruges is nowadays one of the most scenic cities in the country. It’s narrow old town streets, opulent churches, and network of canals give it the feel of a fairy tale. Located about 98km (61 miles) northwest of Brussels, Bruges can be reached in one to two hours, depending on traffic. After seeing Bruges, you can travel further to the nearby North Sea coast. 
  • Spa. Not just any spa, but the first of them, this small city near Liege was so famous for its healing hot springs and mineral waters that it gave name to the rest of them. Some of the older baths have now closed and are open only as museums, while new ones have been opened, some of them in the pleasant setting of the nearby forests. About 14 km (87 miles) southeast of Brussels, the town of Spa can be reached in about two hours.
  • Ghent. Home to classic architecture and many religious buildings, Ghent is a city of great history. But it’s also one of the university cities of Belgium, with a youthful population, plenty of cultural events, festivals, and interactive museums. It’s easy to visit, too - located just 60 km (37 miles) northwest of Brussels, it can be reached in about one hour.
  • Antwerp. Sometimes labeled by other Belgians as rather posh and arrogant, the rich port city of Antwerp is nonetheless a worthy destination when you’re in the country. Known as Anvers in French, the city is notable for its impressive cathedral, well-preserved medieval architecture, quality museums like the Mineralogical Museum and the Meat House, and even one of Europe’s best-looking train stations. The drive from Brussels takes only about an hour by car.
  • Ostende. Despite its name literally meaning East End in Flemish, this Western Belgian city is the largest settlement on the country’s 65 km (40.3 mile) long coastline. The North Sea beaches of Ostend and its eastern suburb, Bredene, get quite busy during the warmer months of the year, and the city is also known for attractions such as the mu.ZEE (or the Art Museum by the Sea) and the neo-Gothic St. Peter and Paul Church. A car trip from Brussels takes only about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Most popular cars

The most popular rental car in Brussels is the Mini with three doors, although the Citroen DS3 and the VW Polo are also in high demand. The most popular rental car types are compact, economy, and standard.

Further destinations

  • Paris. With more famous landmarks than it’s possible to name and an atmosphere that’s unrivaled anywhere else, the City of Light can be explored for days. With a rental car, you’ll also have the freedom to travel to other nearby places of interest like Versailles and Chartres. Paris is just 312km (194 miles) south of Brussels and can be reached in about four hours. You’ll have to cross an international border, so ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it. 
  • Amsterdam. As famous for its hedonistic nightlife as it is for its classic architecture, scenic canals, and world-class museums, the capital of the neighboring Netherlands truly has something for every traveler. Located just 205km (127 miles) north of Brussels, Amsterdam can be reached in less than three hours. To travel from Belgium to the Netherlands by car, you’ll have to cross an international border, so first make sure if your rental car provider permit it.
  • Luxembourg. Known as one of the smallest countries in the EU (and also the richest), Luxembourg doesn’t feature on too many travel lists, but that’s a shame - it’s capital, Luxembourg city, with its UNESCO World Heritage old town and Gothic Cathedral, river valleys, industrial museums, and winemaking domains is more than enough reason to visit.
  • Lille. Decidedly more gritty than Paris, the northern French city of Lille combines industrial heritage with a lot of culture, sometimes making the latter out of the former. The city is notable for its distinct Flemish architecture and large city center, as well as its dynamic entertainment and contemporary art scene — it is, after all, one of the largest university cities in France. The drive from Brussels takes about 90 minutes.

Car Rental Prices in Brussels

  • Station wagons - from $29 per day
  • Large cars - from $43 per day
  • Medium cars - from $23 per day
  • Vans - from $68 per day
  • Premium cars - from $90 per day
  • Small cars - from $23 per day
  • SUVs - from $35 per day

Money-saving tips

Follow these tips to get a great rental car in the Belgian capital:

  • Compare the rates of different rental car providers
  • Book your rental car well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit during the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Brussels is the cheapest in July when renting a car is about 40% cheaper than the yearly average. Come visit Brussels in the middle of summer!
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Top 9 Cities near Brussels

  1. 24.6 km / 15.3 miles away
  2. 35.3 km / 21.9 miles away
  3. 48.7 km / 30.3 miles away
  4. 55.3 km / 34.4 miles away
  5. 58.1 km / 36.1 miles away
  6. 82.0 km / 51.0 miles away
  7. 86.7 km / 53.9 miles away
  8. 94.7 km / 58.8 miles away
  9. 118.8 km / 73.8 miles away

Top 5 Locations near Brussels

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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Brussels?

Car rental prices in Brussels vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Brussels
$35.87
January
$36.21
February
$34.10
March
$59.74
April
$60.58
May
$56.08
June
$62.90
July
$49.17
August
$45.18
September
$42.12
October
$40.57
November
$50.70
December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Brussels is March (when prices average $34.10 per day). This is 29% cheaper than the yearly average and 46% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $62.90).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the usual rental length in Brussels?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in June, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in October, they keep their car for 5 days.
Average number of rental days in Brussels
6
January
6
February
7
March
6
April
7
May
8
June
8
July
8
August
7
September
5
October
6
November
7
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Brussels?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Brussels is June, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in Brussels by pick-up date relative to the average
67%
January
89%
February
99%
March
110%
April
101%
May
138%
June
129%
July
108%
August
100%
September
87%
October
83%
November
89%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 6
Airport locations 1
Popular suppliers Keddy, Alamo, Hertz, Thrifty, SIXT
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars, SUVs
Lowest price $23 per day
Cheapest supplier Keddy

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Keddy Peugeot 208 4 1 Small cars
Thrifty Hyundai i10 4 1 Small cars
Keddy Peugeot 308 5 2 Medium cars
Thrifty Seat Arona 5 2 Medium cars
Alamo Opel Astra 5 2 Medium cars
Keddy Honda Civic 4 1 Medium cars
Hertz Seat Arona 5 2 Medium cars
Hertz Opel Corsa 4 1 Small cars
Keddy Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Thrifty Opel Corsa 4 1 Small cars

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Singapore
Peugeot 5008
December 27, 2023
Unable to make the trip to Brussels
Canada
Peugeot 208
November 23, 2023
The price turned out to be more than expected due to the extra by km rate, that I was not expecting! The car had very weak acceleration, but at least it had low gas consumption.
United Kingdom
Seat Arona
November 23, 2023
Visiting Commonwealth War graves in Belguim and France, having the freedom of a hire car rather than tied to a bus
Spain
Opel Astra
October 29, 2023
Nah, don’t go to Belgium, the weather’s awful 😉
Finland
Peugeot 308
September 20, 2023
We visited Zoetermeer for the first time for a concert in Boerderij and the concert was one of the highlights of this trip. And of course we were able to visit our daughter and her family, too, which was very special indeed.
Ireland
Opel Corsa
July 16, 2023
Visited Maastricht for Andre Rieu concert which was wonderful.
Cyprus
Mercedes Benz B Class
June 27, 2023
Roadtrip to Amsterdam and Belgium.
United Kingdom
Volvo XC40
May 31, 2023
The driving experience in Belgium is as horrible as in French big cities, as most drivers don’t signal when changing lanes, and they chase you close in the tail when you overtake slower cars. The most horrible situation is in Brussels and Antwerp, while parking is really disastrous. I think I am in a lovely country as in UK where most drivers are polite and patient.
Ireland
Ford Fiesta
March 22, 2023
Bruges was gorgeous. Brussels was difficult to manage - the streets had lots of roadworks and roads changed to one way.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
SIXT
8.8 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Interrent
6.8 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
20
Total rental companies
11
Average daily price
$46.20
Lowest daily price
$23.10
Total cars available
249

Top 11 Suppliers in Brussels in 2024

SIXT
SIXT
Very good 8.8 / 163 reviews
2 locations
$45 - $164
Keddy
Keddy
Very good 8.5 / 181 reviews
3 locations
$23 - $150
Enterprise
Enterprise
Very good 8.4 / 70 reviews
3 locations
$30 - $156
Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.4 / 46 reviews
2 locations
$31 - $58
Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.3 / 150 reviews
1 location
$28 - $130
Budget
Budget
Very good 8.1 / 19 reviews
2 locations
$52 - $112
Hertz
Hertz
Very good 8 / 69 reviews
2 locations
$31 - $137
Europcar
Europcar
Good 7.8 / 37 reviews
2 locations
$32 - $102
National
National
Good 7.7
1 location
Avis
Avis
Good 7.5 / 41 reviews
3 locations
$47 - $113
Interrent
Interrent
Satisfactory 6.8 / 10 reviews
1 location
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