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Cheap Car Hire in Palm Springs from $68

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 Palm Springs with a pick-up date of 28/12 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Palm Springs?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Palm Springs 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 19 December 2024.

January

$82

February

$87

March

$98

April

$90

May

$87

June

$90

July

$96

August

$95

September

$88

October

$98

November

$101

December

$95

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palm Springs is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is November. 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 Palm Springs

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Palm Springs and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Palm Springs this past week from 18 hire locations out of 15 hire agencies. Prices for a Palm Springs medium car hire start from $68/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compare available car types for hire in Palm Springs

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Palm Springs to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Small cars

$51 - $169

All Car Types

$73 - $146

To hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$169/day). In fact, September is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a small car 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 Palm Springs small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $108/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$163/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a medium car is 4% 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 Palm Springs medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $105/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$213/day). In fact, June is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a large car is 2% 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 Palm Springs large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $93/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Palm Springs, the United States (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$130/day). In fact, July is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a SUV 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 Palm Springs SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$76/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Corolla$78/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Top hire agencies in Palm Springs

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Palm Springs known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Palm Springs. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Palm Springs, such as Budget, Avis and Alamo. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

6.6
Okay
137 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.0

Avis

6.2
Okay
102 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.9
Good
57 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
86 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Dollar

7.6
Good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Thrifty

7.3
Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.4

Best Palm Springs car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Palm Springs. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Palm Springs with an average daily rate of $95. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Palm Springs. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Hyundai i30$68/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Camry$69/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Mitsubishi Outlander$70/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Palm Springs, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Palm Springs?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Palm Springs from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($68/day), Dollar ($69/day), and Avis ($111/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Hertz (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Palm Springs.

  • What are petrol prices like in Palm Springs?

    The average price of petrol in Palm Springs is $1.43/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 Palm Springs for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Palm Springs. They can have you in a hire car for about $619 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Palm Springs 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 22% to make it a great deal in Palm Springs. 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 Palm Springs?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Palm Springs for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Palm Springs are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in January to be on average $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Palm Springs?

    Volkswagen Jetta, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Palm Springs according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car hires in Palm Springs

Find luxury car hire deals in Palm Springs from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Palm Springs cost an average of $214 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car hires in Palm Springs. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$135/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$136/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$145/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Palm Springs

Browse car hires by fuel type in Palm Springs. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Palm Springs. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Palm Springs. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($62+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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