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Cheap Car Hire in Maryland from $78

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 Maryland with a pick-up date of 14/1 and drop-off date of 31/1. 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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Maryland car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Maryland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 November 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$62

Cheapest price per day

$78

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

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

January

$58

February

$67

March

$81

April

$89

May

$101

June

$105

July

$105

August

$90

September

$82

October

$85

November

$81

December

$72

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Maryland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 November 2024.

There are currently 16,644 hire locations operating in Maryland spread across 328 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Maryland is small car at $78 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

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Maryland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Maryland 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 November 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $109

All Car Types

$52 - $140

To hire a small car in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $74/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Maryland (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$109/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, hiring a small car saves you 23% 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 Maryland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $83/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Maryland (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$140/day). In fact, October is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, 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 Maryland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $80/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Maryland (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$162/day). In fact, September is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, hiring a large car saves you 15% 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 Maryland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $79/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Maryland (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$131/day). In fact, September is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, hiring a SUV saves you 17% 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 Maryland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$78/day
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A/C
Holden Barina
Hyundai i30$80/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Kia Rio$163/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Top hire agencies in Maryland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Maryland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Maryland. Reviews were last updated on 22 November 2024.

Hertz

6.2
Okay
126 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
65 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.5

Avis

7.1
Good
65 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Budget

6.9
Okay
47 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

NextCar

6.4
Okay
32 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

5 locations

Dollar

4 locations

Best Maryland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Maryland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Maryland with an average daily rate of $124. Data was last updated on 22 November 2024.
Holden Barina$78/day
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A/C
Holden Barina
Hyundai i30$80/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Corolla$80/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Maryland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Maryland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $62/day when booking a car hire in Maryland. The absolute best deal a user found was for $49/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Maryland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Maryland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($78/day), NextCar ($94/day), and Avis ($163/day).

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

    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 Maryland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Maryland?

    The average price of petrol in Maryland 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 Maryland for a week from Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in Maryland for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $431/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Maryland 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 37% on your car hire. For a below average price in Maryland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Maryland for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Maryland for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Maryland can be found for about $1,846, with the average price for a rental being around $62 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 20% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Maryland.

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Luxury car hires in Maryland

Find luxury car hire deals in Maryland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Maryland cost an average of $158 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 November 2024.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$118/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$118/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$119/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Maryland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Maryland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Maryland. Deals were last updated on 22 November 2024.

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

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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