Cheapflights insights for Chennai car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chennai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chennai?
Book your car hire in Chennai 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R775/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 1 071% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Chennai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Chennai is Hertz (rated 6.0/10). Europcar (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chennai?
At Chennai, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just R810. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 550 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Chennai, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just R810. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 550 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R1 180
February
R1 180
March
R1 162
April
R1 180
May
R1 550
June
R1 180
July
R1 127
August
R810
September
R1 039
October
R1 180
November
R1 198
December
R1 180
What car do most people hire in Chennai?
Standard cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire, for example) are the most popular in Chennai. Passenger van (Class Standard Van) and Intermediate (Honda Amaze) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Chennai.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Chennai?
Myles has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Chennai at 3.
Top rental agencies in Chennai
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chennai known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chennai. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Chennai, including Hertz, Europcar and SS Travels in Chennai. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
Hertz
Europcar
SS Travels
Myles
Instant Cabs
Avis
Car Club
Eco Rent
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chennai, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chennai?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Chennai for a month is certainly possible.