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Cheap Car Hire in United States from $13

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 the United States with a pick-up date of 18/1 and drop-off date of 25/1. 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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United States car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in United States. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$81

Cheapest price per day

$13

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United States?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 13,084 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Price

$19 - $64

Out of all the popular cities in United States, Miami is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $19/day. Renting a car in Miami is 70% cheaper than renting one in Phoenix where the per day rate is around $64. Other fairly inexpensive cities in United States to get a rental car in are: Orlando ($24/day), Fort Lauderdale ($24/day), and Los Angeles ($25/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Los Angeles should expect to spend around $25/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in United States is Los Angeles.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in United States?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in United States 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

$46

February

$55

March

$61

April

$53

May

$52

June

$53

July

$66

August

$60

September

$49

October

$55

November

$53

December

$73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in United States is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 United States

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in United States 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.

There are 330 hire agencies servicing United States. These agencies, altogether, have 17,154 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in United States with prices from $13 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can hire in United States:

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 United States

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in United States 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

$54 - $80

All Car Types

$67 - $97

To hire a small car in United States, you would pay an average price of $67/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$80/day). In fact, October is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a small car saves you 20% 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 United States small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in United States, you would pay an average price of $67/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in United States (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$80/day). In fact, January is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a medium car saves you 20% 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 United States medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in United States, you would pay an average price of $110/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$136/day). In fact, August is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a large car is 24% 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 United States large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in United States, you would pay an average price of $79/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$105/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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 United States SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in United States, you would pay an average price of $136/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in United States (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$180/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a van is 39% 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 United States, you would pay an average price of $123/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$229/day). In fact, October is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a luxury car is 33% 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 United States luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in United States, you would pay an average price of $140/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in United States (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$176/day). In fact, January is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for United States. When comparing with other car types available for hire in United States, hiring a convertible is 41% 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 United States convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$13/day
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Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i20$14/day
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Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla$23/day
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Toyota Corolla

Tips for hiring a car in United States

Browse helpful tips for hiring a car in United States including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • If you're planning on taking your hire car across the border into Canada or Mexico, double-check what your car hire company allows. Most will allow their vehicles to be taken into Canada but some may not allow you to drive it in Mexico, or they may only allow it in certain areas of the country such as Tijuana. If you'll be crossing state borders within the USA, bear in mind that different states have different rules and regulations regarding car hire and some companies only allow cross-border travel to certain states. One-way car hire is usually possible between states but may not be possible between countries.
  • If you're travelling with children, make sure you know the child-seat regulations for each state you'll be visiting. Generally speaking, throughout the country children under the age of eight need to be in an appropriate child restraint or booster seat. Some states have more specific laws in place regarding the height and weight of the child and the type of seat they should use. For example, in Oregon children under the age of two should be in a rear-facing child restraint and then in a forward-facing restraint until they are 40 lbs (around 18 kg) or heavier.
  • There are a few road signs and signals in the USA that you may not be used to. For example, you may encounter four-way stop signs. At these intersections, cars from all directions must come to a stop before proceeding in the order they arrived. You may also see flashing red lights at some intersections. These should be treated as stop signs and you should come to a stop, check the way is clear and then proceed.

Top hire agencies in United States

Explore the leading car hire agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving United States, including those serving the Los Angeles, San Francisco and Honolulu area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4749 locations

Hertz

2625 locations

Avis

1546 locations

Budget

1492 locations

Dollar

934 locations

Thrifty

924 locations

Easirent

433 locations

National

381 locations

Best United States car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in United States. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in United States with an average daily rate of $40. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in United States, including options within a close proximity to Los Angeles, San Francisco and Honolulu. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Toyota Yaris$13/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i20$14/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai Ioniq$15/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • Should I hire a car in the USA?

    Hiring a car is one of the best ways to explore the USA. Many cities and towns in the country have better infrastructure for cars and parking than for public transport. If you are hoping to see as much of the country as possible, road-tripping is one of the best ways to do it. There are a number of well-known road trips, including Route 66 and the Pacific Coast Highway. National parks like Yosemite and the Grand Canyon are generally easier to reach via car instead of waiting for shuttle buses, especially if you're transporting a large amount of luggage.

  • What is driving like in the USA?

    Driving in the USA is generally similar to the rest of the world. One relatively unique rule is that throughout most of the country (with New York City being the most notable exception), you are allowed to turn right at a red light unless there is a sign stating otherwise. It's still important to come to a stop and check the way is clear beforehand. Toll roads are fairly common throughout the country, and most tolls can be paid with an electronic RFID tag affixed to your dashboard. Car hire companies can usually provide these, and you can usually choose to pay as you go or have the toll costs added to your overall hire cost.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in the USA?

    The minimum car hire age varies throughout the USA, depending on each state. However, even when the legal limit is younger, most major car hire companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old before hiring a car and some may require you to be at least 23 years old. If you’re under the age of 25, you’ll generally be subject to a young driver's surcharge and you may be offered a smaller range of vehicle types. If your licence isn't in English, it's a good idea to get an International Driving Permit before you arrive, as some companies may require one. Otherwise, you'll just need a full driving licence and a passport or other photo ID for extra identification.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in United States.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?

    The most popular car hire company at United States is Thrifty. With prices on STANDARD starting at $38/day about 320% more people book with Thrifty than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?

    At $25/day, the cheapest car hire price in United States was found in Fort Lauderdale. On average, Fort Lauderdale has the cheapest daily rental car price ($31/day), which is 70% below average price for cities in United States.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in United States?

    Cars in United States are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in United States

Browse car hires by fuel type in United States. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in United States. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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