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Cheap Car Hire in New Orleans from $51

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 New Orleans with a pick-up date of 9/12 and drop-off date of 4/1. 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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New Orleans car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Orleans. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.39

Average price per day

$105

Cheapest price per day

$51

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New Orleans?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Orleans 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 3 December 2024.

January

$80

February

$91

March

$101

April

$100

May

$98

June

$92

July

$100

August

$89

September

$83

October

$95

November

$97

December

$89

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New Orleans is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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 New Orleans

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New Orleans and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in New Orleans this past week from 27 hire locations out of 12 hire agencies. Prices for a New Orleans small car hire start from $51/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

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 New Orleans

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New Orleans to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2024.

Small cars

$76 - $166

All Car Types

$101 - $162

To hire a small car in New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $118/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Orleans, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$166/day). In fact, January is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a small car saves you 14% 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 New Orleans small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $120/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Orleans, the United States (~$92/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$202/day). In fact, November is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a medium car saves you 12% 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 New Orleans medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $165/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New Orleans, the United States (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$248/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a large car is 19% 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 New Orleans large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $139/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Orleans, the United States (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$209/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a SUV is 3% 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 New Orleans SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $166/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in New Orleans, the United States (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$307/day). In fact, April is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a van is 19% 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 New Orleans, the United States, you would pay an average price of $91/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New Orleans, the United States (~$78/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$254/day). In fact, May is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for New Orleans. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Orleans, hiring a luxury car saves you 33% 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 New Orleans luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio$51/day
4
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A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai Accent Hatch$56/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in New Orleans

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Orleans known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Orleans. Reviews were last updated on 3 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in New Orleans, including Hertz, Dollar and Budget in New Orleans. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in New Orleans, including Hertz, Dollar and Budget.

Hertz

5.1
Fair
105 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

Dollar

9.0
Wonderful
66 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.5

Budget

6.4
Okay
35 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.6

Thrifty

5.5
Fair
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.6

Avis

4.8
Mediocre
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.7

Economy Rent a Car

4.8
Mediocre
29 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.6

Ace

4.1
Mediocre
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.9

Comfort

4.4

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.1

Best New Orleans car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New Orleans. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New Orleans with an average daily rate of $73. Data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in New Orleans. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Kia Rio$51/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Toyota Corolla$52/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai Accent Hatch$56/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Orleans, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New Orleans?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $105/day when booking a car hire in New Orleans. The absolute best deal a user found was for $71/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 1.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating), Budget (6.5 rating) and Hertz (5.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New Orleans.

  • What are petrol prices like in New Orleans?

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

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in New Orleans, offering car hire for around $562 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 40% to make it a great deal in New Orleans. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New Orleans?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For New Orleans however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that Dollar can potentially be 39% below the average car hire price in New Orleans. Check prices and availability for Dollar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in New Orleans is on average $2,408 a month or $80 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your New Orleans car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in New Orleans for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in New Orleans, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Compact hire in New Orleans 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 $69 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in New Orleans?

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

Luxury car hires in New Orleans

Find luxury car hire deals in New Orleans from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in New Orleans cost an average of $160 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car hires within New Orleans. 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$95/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$96/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$99/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in New Orleans

Browse car hires by fuel type in New Orleans. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in New Orleans. Deals were last updated on 3 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New Orleans. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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