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Cheap Car Hire in Louisville from $99

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 Louisville with a pick-up date of 21/4 and drop-off date of 23/4. 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 Louisville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Louisville 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 22 March 2025.

January

$70

February

$73

March

$89

April

$98

May

$106

June

$109

July

$125

August

$92

September

$85

October

$103

November

$90

December

$87

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Louisville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

At $99/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Louisville in the past week. Out of 12 car hire agencies operating in Louisville, there are, in total, 41 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for hire in Louisville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Louisville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

Small cars

$63 - $170

All Car Types

$55 - $221

To hire a small car in Louisville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $70/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Louisville, the United States (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$170/day). In fact, November is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Louisville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Louisville, hiring a small car saves you 44% 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 Louisville small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Louisville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $107/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Louisville, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$223/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Louisville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Louisville, hiring a medium 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. Here are the best Louisville medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Louisville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Louisville, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$282/day). In fact, October is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Louisville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Louisville, hiring a large car saves you 31% 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 Louisville large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Louisville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $92/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Louisville, the United States (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$282/day). In fact, September is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Louisville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Louisville, hiring a SUV 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 Louisville SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$130/day
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Suzuki Swift
Toyota Yaris$131/day
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Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Louisville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Louisville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Louisville. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Louisville area such as Budget, Hertz and Dollar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

5.9
Fair
76 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.3

Hertz

5.8
Fair
49 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.2
Fair
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.7

National

8.7
Very Good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.8

Alamo

7.8
Good
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
26 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Payless

6.2
Okay
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.9

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.3

Best Louisville car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Louisville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Louisville with an average daily rate of $137. Data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Louisville. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Nissan Juke$99/day
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Nissan Juke
Toyota RAV4$104/day
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Toyota RAV4
Hyundai Avante$105/day
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Hyundai Avante

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Louisville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Louisville?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Louisville from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($99/day), Thrifty ($104/day), and Budget ($125/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.7 rating), Alamo (7.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Louisville.

  • What are petrol prices like in Louisville?

    The average price of petrol in Louisville is $1.44/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 Louisville for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Louisville, offering car hire for around $546 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Louisville 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 42% on your car hire. For a below average price in Louisville, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Louisville check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Louisville?

    Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Louisville according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car hires in Louisville

Find luxury car hire deals in Louisville from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Louisville cost an average of $254 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 March 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car hires within Louisville. If these car hire deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$254/day
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Louisville

Browse car hires by fuel type in Louisville. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Louisville. Deals were last updated on 22 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Louisville. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($60+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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