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Cheap Car Hire in Connecticut from $126

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 Connecticut with a pick-up date of 21/12 and drop-off date of 23/12. 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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Connecticut car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Connecticut. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most common car type

Standard

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Connecticut 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 21 November 2024.

January

$76

February

$82

March

$87

April

$95

May

$105

June

$115

July

$125

August

$109

September

$95

October

$112

November

$87

December

$89

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Connecticut and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

There are currently 16,640 hire locations operating in Connecticut spread across 328 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Connecticut is medium car at $126 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Connecticut

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Connecticut to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $190

All Car Types

$61 - $210

To hire a small car in Connecticut, you would pay an average price of $76/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Connecticut (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$190/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Connecticut. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Connecticut, hiring a small car saves you 20% 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 Connecticut small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Connecticut, you would pay an average price of $61/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Connecticut (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$286/day). In fact, April is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Connecticut. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Connecticut, hiring a medium car saves you 37% 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 Connecticut medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla$134/day
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Toyota Corolla
Skoda Fabia$136/day
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Skoda Fabia
Suzuki Swift$136/day
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Suzuki Swift

Top hire agencies in Connecticut

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Connecticut known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Connecticut. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Hertz

7.3
Good
58 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Budget

6.5
Okay
30 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Avis

5.8
Fair
33 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.3

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Sixt

6.2
Okay
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.0

Dollar

2 locations

Easirent

2 locations

Best Connecticut car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Connecticut. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Connecticut with an average daily rate of $180. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Toyota Camry$126/day
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Toyota Camry
Hyundai i30$134/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Camry$134/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Connecticut, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Connecticut?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Connecticut from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($126/day), Hertz ($134/day), and Avis ($136/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Connecticut.

  • What are petrol prices like in Connecticut?

    The average price of petrol in Connecticut is $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Connecticut for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Connecticut for about $684 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 29% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 86 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Connecticut.

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

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

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Luxury car hires in Connecticut

Find luxury car hire deals in Connecticut from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Connecticut cost an average of $207 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$127/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$139/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$151/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Connecticut

Browse car hires by fuel type in Connecticut. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Connecticut. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Connecticut. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($54+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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