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Cheap Car Hire in China from $57

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in China with a pick-up date of 25/11 and drop-off date of 9/12. 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.
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China car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in China. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$70

Cheapest price per day

$57

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in China?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across China, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 388 pickup locations in China to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Price

$59 - $83

Out of all the popular cities in China, Chengdu is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $59/day. Renting a car in Chengdu is 29% cheaper than renting one in Beijing where the per day rate is around $83. Other fairly inexpensive cities in China to get a rental car in are: Shanghai ($61/day), Guangzhou ($72/day), and Shenzhen ($80/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Shanghai should expect to spend around $61/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in China is Shanghai.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in China 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 20 November 2024.

January

$89

February

$75

March

$73

April

$72

May

$72

June

$72

July

$69

August

$73

September

$72

October

$76

November

$76

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in China is July. The most expensive time to rent a car is January. 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 China

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in China and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

In China, there are 393 active hire locations from 7 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in China in the past week - currently priced from $57/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire in China

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in China to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Small cars

$67 - $136

All Car Types

$67 - $157

To hire a small car in China, you would pay an average price of $62/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in China (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$136/day). In fact, April is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for China. When comparing with other car types available for hire in China, hiring a small car saves you 12% 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 China small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in China, you would pay an average price of $64/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in China (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$182/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for China. When comparing with other car types available for hire in China, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 China SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i30$57/day
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Hyundai i30
Kia Rio$59/day
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Kia Rio
Hyundai i20$66/day
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Hyundai i20

Top hire agencies in China

Explore the leading car hire agencies in China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in China. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in China, including pickup locations serving Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Avis

100 locations

Hertz

94 locations

keddy by Europcar

64 locations

Europcar

57 locations

Ehi

45 locations

Tongye

26 locations

United Auto Rental

2 locations

Best China car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in China. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 7 hire car agencies in China with an average daily rate of $102. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on hire cars in China including options serving Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Hyundai i30$57/day
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Hyundai i30
Kia Rio$59/day
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A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai i20$66/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in China?

    At $59/day, it is 18% cheaper on average to rent a car in Chengdu than any other city in China. The cheapest price found in China was for $58/day in Chengdu.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in China?

    Cars in China are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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