Boston

Cheap Car Hire in Boston from R695

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Boston with a pick-up date of 30/4 and drop-off date of 7/5. 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.
Boston, MA, United States
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Boston, MA, United States
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Boston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Boston 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 25 April 2024.

January

R766

February

R862

March

R977

April

R1 092

May

R1 188

June

R1 360

July

R1 513

August

R1 398

September

R1 207

October

R1 379

November

R1 053

December

R1 092

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Boston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Boston

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Boston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

At R695/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Boston in the past week. Out of 24 car hire agencies operating in Boston, there are, in total, 66 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

R1 051+

Compare available car types for rental in Boston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Boston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R774 - R3 437

All Car Types

R774 - R2 111

To hire a small car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 006/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Boston, the United States (~R774/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R3 437/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, renting a small car saves you 28% 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 Boston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 218/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Boston, the United States (~R857/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 323/day). In fact, October is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, renting 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.

To hire a large car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R754/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Boston, the United States (~R693/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R2 968/day). In fact, March is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, renting a large car saves you 46% 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 Boston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 330/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Boston, the United States (~R847/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 317/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, renting a SUV saves you 4% 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 Boston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford FiestaR695/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR702/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Boston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Boston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Boston. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Boston, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Advantage. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8,6
Very Good
356 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1
Very Good
383 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,7

Advantage

7,5
Good
131 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,7

Hertz

6,8
Okay
205 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,7

Budget

6,7
Okay
487 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,8

Avis

6,6
Okay
202 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

Thrifty

6,0
Okay
308 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,9

Dollar

5,7
Fair
388 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,7

Best Boston car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Boston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Boston with an average daily rate of R796. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Boston. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Ford FiestaR695/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla QuestR702/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
BMW 3 SeriesR766/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Boston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Boston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Boston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (R695/day), Thrifty (R728/day), and Budget (R942/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9,0 rating), Alamo (8,6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Boston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Boston?

    The average price of petrol in Boston is R19,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R888 and R1 283 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Boston for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Boston for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R9 011/week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 32% on your car hire. For a below average price in Boston, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Boston?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Boston check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Boston for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Boston are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Boston?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Boston, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Boston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Boston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Boston. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Boston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Boston
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