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Cheap Car Hire in Houston from $50

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Houston with a pick-up date of 6/6 and drop-off date of 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Houston, TX, United States
15 May — 22 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Houston, TX, United States
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Noon
Wed 22/5
Noon

Houston car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Houston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.58

Average price per day

$118

Cheapest price per day

$50

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Houston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Houston and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

January

$56

February

$69

March

$80

April

$89

May

$74

June

$74

July

$77

August

$72

September

$72

October

$78

November

$74

December

$65

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Houston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Houston

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Houston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Houston this past week from 181 hire locations out of 33 hire agencies. Prices for a Houston medium car hire start from $50/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Houston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Houston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Small cars

$81 - $128

All Car Types

$95 - $152

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $96/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$128/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a small car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $109/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$143/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a medium car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Houston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $127/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Houston, the United States (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$166/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a large car is 10% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Houston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $120/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$214/day). In fact, February is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a SUV is 5% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Houston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $153/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Houston, the United States (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$210/day). In fact, June is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a van is 25% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Houston, the United States (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$197/day). In fact, March is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a luxury car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $110/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Houston, the United States (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$316/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a convertible saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai Accent Hatch$50/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Accent$58/day
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Hyundai Accent
Hyundai i20$59/day
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Hyundai i20

Top hire agencies in Houston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Houston, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget in Houston. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Houston, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
239 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
221 reviews47 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Budget

7.1
Good
213 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Hertz

5.9
Fair
384 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.1
Fair
356 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.3

Thrifty

4.9
Mediocre
242 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.0

Sixt

7.7
Good
81 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Avis

7.1
Good
98 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Best Houston car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Houston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Houston with an average daily rate of $62. Data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Peruse the best Houston car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla$50/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai Accent Hatch$50/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
MG ZS$55/day
5
M
A/C
MG ZS

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $118/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for $80/day from Thrifty, booked on May 5.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Houston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Houston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($50/day), Thrifty ($57/day), and Priceless ($58/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Houston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Right Cars (8.0 rating) and Sixt (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Houston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Houston?

    The average price of petrol in Houston is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Houston, offering car hire for around $661 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Houston for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 41% on your car hire. For a below average price in Houston, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Houston?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Houston.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Houston for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 42% below the average car hire price in Houston. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Houston is on average $2,833 a month or $94 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Houston car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Houston for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Houston, you can expect the average price to be around $93. Usually a Intermediate hire in Houston is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate for June, it will cost approximately $76 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Houston?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Houston is Intermediate (Hyundai Accent) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Van hires in Houston

Find van hire deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Houston cost an average of $99 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Houston we've found at this time. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota HiAce$57/day
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$57/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$67/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Houston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 8 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Houston
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