Budget car hire at Katowice airport

Budget cars from 7€/day · Electric cars - from 26€/day · Convertibles - from 43€/day

Decided to rent a car in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice)? Here’s Everything You Need to Know:

Decided to rent a car in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice)? You've made an excellent choice for exploring the beautiful Silesian region of Poland. Bookingautos is here to help you find the best car rental deals from all major international and local companies operating at Katowice Airport. Here's everything you need to know to make your car rental experience smooth and hassle-free:

Location and Accessibility

Katowice Airport, also known as Pyrzowice Airport, is located about 30 kilometers north of Katowice city center. The car rental desks are conveniently situated in the arrivals hall of Terminal A, making it easy to pick up your vehicle right after landing.

Available Car Rental Companies

Several reputable car rental companies operate at Katowice Airport, including:

  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Sixt

Bookingautos compares offers from all these providers to ensure you get the best deal possible.

Types of Vehicles

Whether you're looking for a compact car for city driving or a spacious SUV for a family trip, you'll find a wide range of vehicles to choose from. Options typically include economy cars, midsize sedans, luxury vehicles, and vans.

Booking Tips

Book in advance: To secure the best rates and ensure availability, especially during peak travel seasons, it's recommended to book your rental car at least a few weeks before your trip.

Check the terms and conditions: Pay attention to mileage limits, fuel policies, and insurance coverage when comparing offers.

Consider additional equipment: If you need a GPS, child seat, or winter tires, request these when booking to ensure availability.

Exploring the Region

With your rental car, you'll have the freedom to explore the diverse attractions of Silesia and beyond. Don't miss the chance to visit the historic Krakow Old Town, just a 1.5-hour drive away, or the sobering Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, located about an hour from the airport.

By choosing Bookingautos for your car rental needs at Katowice Airport, you're ensuring a competitive price and a wide selection of vehicles. Our comparison service takes the stress out of finding the perfect rental car, allowing you to focus on planning your Polish adventure.

Parking Options at Katowice Airport (Pyrzowice)

When renting a car at Katowice Airport, you have several convenient parking options available:

Short-Term Parking

  • Located directly in front of the terminal
  • Ideal for quick drop-offs or pick-ups
  • First 15 minutes are free

Long-Term Parking

  • P1 parking lot: closest to the terminal
  • P2 parking lot: slightly further but more economical
  • Both offer covered and uncovered spaces

Premium Parking is available in P1, offering wider spaces and direct access to the terminal.

For the most cost-effective option, consider the P3 Economy Parking lot. It's further from the terminal but provides free shuttle service every 15 minutes.

Remember to book your parking space in advance through the airport's official website to secure the best rates and ensure availability.

Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Sixt

Most popular car class

Standard

Average price

27 € / Day

Best price

19 € / Day

Monthly price chart: Average price per week of rent

January
€78
February
€66
March
€75
April
€118
May
€133
June
€158
July
€188
August
€139
September
€85
October
€76
November
€72
December
€126

* The average cost of renting a car in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.

In August rental companies located in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) rent much more cars than in the rest of the year. This month marks the smallest range of cars on offer and the highest rental prices. In such a high season, when the number of available cars is minimal, you should arrange a rental as early as possible. This will allow you to get the best rental option at the most favorable price.

The best time to rent a car in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €16, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.

Convertibles are especially popular in summer. It is difficult to find a free car for rent, and you will have to pay more than usual for a trip with a breeze. Renting BMW 4 Cabrio during Summer period can costs €224 per day.

Other car rental locations close to Katowice airport (Pyrzowice)

Nearest airports

Krakow airport
67.1 km / 41.7 miles
Lodz airport
140.7 km / 87.4 miles
Wroclaw airport
168.3 km / 104.6 miles
Rzeszow airport (Jasionka)
213.1 km / 132.4 miles
Warsaw Airport Frederic Chopin
230.5 km / 143.2 miles
Warsaw Modlin airport
245.7 km / 152.7 miles
Poznan airport
266.8 km / 165.8 miles
Lublin airport
269.2 km / 167.3 miles

Nearest cities

Katowice
23.5 km / 14.6 miles
Krakow
76.6 km / 47.6 miles
Wroclaw
160 km / 99.4 miles
Warsaw
237.4 km / 147.5 miles
Poznan
261.5 km / 162.5 miles

Average prices for 1 day rental for different car classes:

4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

In Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) you can choose from over 40 models of different car classes and for any budget. We provide only new cars with low mileage. You can easily choose a familiar car, and we guarantee its safety and perfect technical condition.

The cost of car rental per day directly depends on the season, car class and rental period. The more days, the cheaper average daily cost. A modest economy car will cost at least €16 per day. In the middle segment, the offer range is €49-€50 per day. Business class car prices start at €99. In the high season, absolutely all rental cars become more expensive, especially rare models and convertibles. So, in summer in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) popular with tourists BMW 4 Cabrio costs at least €58 per day.

The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of Mercedes EQC when ordering in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) will cost quite a modest amount.

Required documents for rental cars

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

Top 10 Tips You Should Know

Download desired area of Google maps for offline access

The presence of an offline navigator allows you to save on roaming. It is enough just to download the necessary maps from Google Maps and get directions even without a network connection. To do this, enter the phrase "OK MAPS" in the application, select the desired area and download offline maps to your smartphone.

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Book in advance

Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose

Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Fiat Panda or Ford Focus. These models are the most popular with our customers in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice).

In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. Ford Foxus Estate will cost €36 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.

What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance advice

Rental companies in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:

  • Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.

If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged. Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) 2

Check out the fuel policy

For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:

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If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.

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Unlimited mileage

The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice), you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

How to choose a rental company

It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) 6

Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Katowice airport (Pyrzowice) are EUROPCAR with an average rating of 9.9 points and SIXT (rating - 9).

Getting a car at a rental office

You should show a voucher and personal documents. A manager draws up a lease agreement. The deposit is blocked on the card.

Before leaving the rental, turn on the ignition, find out the amount of fuel and compare it with what is written in the contract.

Inspect the car carefully. Point out to the manager any paint chips and scuffs. The employee must record the damage. Take a photo yourself: they should show the defect, the number of the car and the employee of the rental company. This will help to avoid problems when returning the car: it will prove that it was not you who torn the upholstery or scratched the fender.

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