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Cheap Car Hire in Houston from $40

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 Houston with a pick-up date of 1/1 and drop-off date of 15/3. 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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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 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.43

Average price per day

$121

Cheapest price per day

$40

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 19 December 2024.

January

$58

February

$73

March

$84

April

$93

May

$82

June

$85

July

$92

August

$80

September

$73

October

$80

November

$80

December

$71

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 19 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Houston this past week from 217 hire locations out of 42 hire agencies. Prices for a Houston small car hire start from $40/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

$74 - $149

All Car Types

$98 - $154

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $100/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$149/day). In fact, December is about 26% 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 16% 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 $111/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$164/day). In fact, February is about 21% 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 7% 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 $130/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Houston, the United States (~$113/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$168/day). In fact, May is about 14% 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 $112/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$158/day). In fact, February is about 25% 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 saves you 6% 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 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 $159/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Houston, the United States (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$254/day). In fact, September is about 45% 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 26% 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 $104/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Houston, the United States (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$149/day). In fact, April is about 56% 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 13% 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 $112/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Houston, the United States (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$259/day). In fact, June is about 4% 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 6% 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.

Toyota Auris$40/day
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Toyota Auris
Mitsubishi Mirage$47/day
2
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

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 19 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Houston, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt in Houston. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Houston, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt.

Budget

7.0
Good
131 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Hertz

5.7
Fair
234 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Sixt

7.7
Good
81 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
59 reviews50 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
55 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.5

Dollar

4.8
Mediocre
34 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.1

Thrifty

4.6
Mediocre
40 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

4.8

National

6.3
Okay
15 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

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 $60. Data was last updated on 19 December 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 Auris$40/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris
Mitsubishi Mirage$47/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Hyundai Accent$47/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $121/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for $121/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 16.

  • 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: Thrifty ($40/day), Dollar ($47/day), and Budget ($61/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Sixt (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 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 $1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 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 $849 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 36% 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 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 $0. Usually a Compact 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 Compact for January, it will cost approximately $89 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Houston?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Houston is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car hires in Houston

Find luxury car hire deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Houston cost an average of $177 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car hires within Houston. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car hire for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$91/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$101/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$102/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Houston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($32+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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