Cheap Car Hire in Maine from $8
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 Maine with a pick-up date of 27/2 and drop-off date of 3/3. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Maine?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Maine 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 February 2025.
January
$70
February
$78
March
$78
April
$86
May
$94
June
$127
July
$147
August
$134
September
$112
October
$123
November
$75
December
$81
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Maine 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 Maine
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Maine and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Economy
$158+
Compact
$153+
Intermediate
$105+
Full-size
$117+
People mover
$150+
Full-size SUV
$185+
Premium
$174+
Luxury
$170+
Pick-up truck
$166+
Premium SUV
$111+
Supplier choice
$66+
Intermediate SUV
$103+
Compact SUV
$103+
Open-air all-terrain
$103+
Luxury SUV
$116+
Standard SUV
$128+
Compare available car types for hire in Maine
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Maine 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 February 2025.
Small cars | $60 - $102 | |
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All Car Types | $70 - $170 |
To hire a small car in Maine, you would pay an average price of $41/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Maine (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$102/day). In fact, October is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a small car saves you 54% 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 medium car in Maine, you would pay an average price of $85/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Maine (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$170/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a medium car saves you 4% 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 SUV in Maine, you would pay an average price of $98/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Maine (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$175/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a SUV is 11% 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.
Top hire agencies in Maine
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Maine known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Maine. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Maine, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Maine?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Maine from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($66/day), Dollar ($103/day), and Hertz ($105/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Maine?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Maine.
What are petrol prices like in Maine?
The average price of petrol in Maine is $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Maine for a week from Avis?
Hiring a car in Maine for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $530/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Maine for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Maine it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 25%). 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 Maine?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Maine for a month is certainly possible.
Small car hires in Maine
Find small car hire deals in Maine from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Maine cost an average of $8 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Maine
Browse car hires by fuel type in Maine. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Maine. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Maine. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($52+).
Electric
$52+
Hybrid
$67+