Cheapflights insights for Baton Rouge car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Baton Rouge, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Baton Rouge?
For the best savings on car hire in Baton Rouge, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R915/day – about 1 374% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Baton Rouge?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Baton Rouge is Hertz (rated 5.6/10 with 34 reviews). National (rated 8.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Baton Rouge?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Baton Rouge is January, when you can expect to pay R951/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Baton Rouge is July (R1 291/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R951
February
R1 040
March
R1 040
April
R1 184
May
R1 166
June
R1 112
July
R1 291
August
R1 040
September
R986
October
R1 148
November
R1 220
December
R1 166
What car do most people hire in Baton Rouge?
Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Baton Rouge. Standard cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Baton Rouge?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Baton Rouge at 6.
Top rental agencies in Baton Rouge
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Baton Rouge known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Baton Rouge. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Baton Rouge, including Hertz, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Baton Rouge, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Baton Rouge?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Baton Rouge however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.