United States

Cheap Car Rentals in United States from $5

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Priceline user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in the United States with a pick-up date of 5/10 and drop-off date of 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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How much does a car hire cost in the most popular cities in United States?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 11,763 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2024.

Price

$10 - $33

The most popular city to rent a car in United States is Miami. If you’re looking to rent a car in United States, then Miami is the cheapest city to do so as prices are just $10 per day. According to our data, it’s 70% cheaper for a rental car in Miami as opposed to renting one in San Diego (which costs $33 per day). Other cities in United States that offer affordable rental cars include: Fort Lauderdale at $11 per day, Orlando at $15 per day, and Tampa at $15 per day. Those who are traveling to and looking to rent a car in Miami should expect to pay an estimated $10 per day on their rental.

When is the best time to find cheap rental cars 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 April 29, 2024.

January

$32

February

$36

March

$40

April

$35

May

$35

June

$37

July

$45

August

$39

September

$32

October

$37

November

$38

December

$45

January is the cheapest time of year for United States car rental. July typically sees higher prices and fewer deals. This table shows average rental prices in United States but individual deals vary based on your dates, availability and type of vehicle.

Price trends for different rental car types in United States

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 April 29, 2024.

Small cars

$20 - $43

All Car Types

$34 - $60

Booking a small car rental in United States, is about $31/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a small car in United States is September, which would cost around $20 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in March, the most expensive month for small car rentals as prices can start from $43 a day. Historically, the month of September is roughly 38% lower to book small car rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: small car rentals can be up to 26% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a medium car rental in United States, is about $35/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a medium car in United States is January, which would cost around $27 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in December, the most expensive month for medium car rentals as prices can start from $51 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 23% lower to book medium car rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: medium car rentals can be up to 19% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a large car rental in United States, is about $52/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a large car in United States is January, which would cost around $40 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for large car rentals as prices can start from $70 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 25% lower to book large car rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: large car rentals can be up to 19% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a SUV rental in United States, is about $43/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a SUV in United States is January, which would cost around $38 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in March, the most expensive month for SUV rentals as prices can start from $52 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 12% lower to book SUV rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: SUV rentals can be up to 0% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a van rental in United States, is about $72/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a van in United States is May, which would cost around $53 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in December, the most expensive month for van rentals as prices can start from $127 a day. Historically, the month of May is roughly 28% lower to book van rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: van rentals can be up to 42% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a pickup truck rental in United States, is about $76/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in United States is February, which would cost around $54 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for pickup truck rentals as prices can start from $118 a day. Historically, the month of February is roughly 30% lower to book pickup truck rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: pickup truck rentals can be up to 45% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a luxury car rental in United States, is about $78/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a luxury car in United States is April, which would cost around $62 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in December, the most expensive month for luxury car rentals as prices can start from $100 a day. Historically, the month of April is roughly 21% lower to book luxury car rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: luxury car rentals can be up to 45% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Booking a convertible rental in United States, is about $101/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a convertible in United States is January, which would cost around $79 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in August, the most expensive month for convertible rentals as prices can start from $144 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 22% lower to book convertible rentals in United States. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: convertible rentals can be up to 58% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

United States car rental agencies

Explore the leading car rental agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on April 29, 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4677 locations

Hertz

2549 locations

Avis

1526 locations

Budget

1482 locations

Easirent

430 locations

Thrifty

393 locations

National

353 locations

Sunnycars

353 locations

FAQs about renting a car in United States

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 29, 2024.
  • What’s the best rated rental car agency in United States?

    These are the rental agencies in United States that are rated the highest by our users:Super Cheap - 10.0/10Silvercar - 8.6/10Alamo - 8.5/10

  • What is United States’s most popular car rental company?

    When renting a car in United States, most of our users prefer to rent one with Hertz, making it the most popular rental company based on our data. In fact, in the past 12 months, our users booked car rentals with Hertz 246% more than any other rental company in United States. You can expect Hertz rental car prices to be around $67 per day on average. Most users opt for a SUV (starting at $21 per day) - the most popular type of rental car Hertz offers.

  • What city in United States has the cheapest rental cars?

    The cheapest average price for a rental car in United States was found in Fort Lauderdale for just $19 per day. However, Fort Lauderdale has the absolute cheapest car rentals at $38 per day, which is roughly 41% below the average car rental price for cities in United States.

  • Which side of the road do people in United States drive on?

    Passenger cars and other transportation vehicles always travel on the right side of the road in United States.

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Compact cars to rent in United States

Find small car rental deals in United States from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in United States cost an average of $5 per day. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2024.
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Car rentals by fuel type in United States

Browse car rentals by fuel type in United States. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in United States. Deals were last updated on April 29, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($19+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid