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Cheap Car Hire in Indianapolis from $73

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 Indianapolis with a pick-up date of 13/2 and drop-off date of 15/2. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Indianapolis?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Indianapolis 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 17 January 2025.

January

$70

February

$82

March

$99

April

$98

May

$104

June

$115

July

$125

August

$103

September

$96

October

$101

November

$96

December

$96

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Indianapolis and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are, in total, 52 car hire locations in Indianapolis that are operated by 15 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $73/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Indianapolis hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Indianapolis

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Indianapolis to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

$69 - $113

All Car Types

$70 - $131

To hire a small car in Indianapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $80/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Indianapolis, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$113/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Indianapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Indianapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $75/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Indianapolis, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$130/day). In fact, August is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Indianapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Indianapolis, hiring a medium car saves you 25% 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 Indianapolis medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Indianapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Indianapolis, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$173/day). In fact, April is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Indianapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Indianapolis, hiring a large car saves you 11% 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 Indianapolis large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Indianapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $81/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Indianapolis, the United States (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$143/day). In fact, August is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Indianapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Indianapolis, hiring a SUV 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 Indianapolis SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$73/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$105/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Auris$107/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris

Top hire agencies in Indianapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Indianapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Indianapolis. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Indianapolis area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Budget. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
55 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Hertz

6.3
Okay
45 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Budget

5.9
Fair
57 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Dollar

7.3
Good
18 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

Sixt

6.4
Okay
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Best Indianapolis car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Indianapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Indianapolis with an average daily rate of $112. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Indianapolis. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Kia Picanto$73/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi ASX$84/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX
Land Rover Range Rover Sport$86/day
5
4
M
A/C
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Indianapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Indianapolis?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Indianapolis from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($84/day), Budget ($93/day), and Sixt ($105/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.9 rating) and National (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Indianapolis.

  • What are petrol prices like in Indianapolis?

    The average price of petrol in Indianapolis is $1.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $65 and $94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Indianapolis for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Indianapolis for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $600/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Indianapolis it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 28%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Indianapolis it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Indianapolis, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Compact SUV hire in Indianapolis 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 SUV for February, it will cost approximately $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Indianapolis?

    Chevrolet Suburban, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Indianapolis according to Cheapflights users.

Car hires by fuel type in Indianapolis

Browse car hires by fuel type in Indianapolis. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Indianapolis. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Indianapolis. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($53+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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