Cheapflights insights for China car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in China, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in China?
For the best savings on car hire in China, make your reservation 44 days before pickup. The average price then is just R817/day – about 1 472% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in China?
The cheapest month to hire a car in China is March, when you can expect to pay R801/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in China is July (R1 103/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
R963
February
R839
March
R801
April
R869
May
R960
June
R846
July
R1 103
August
R918
September
R976
October
R829
November
R864
December
R857
What car do most people hire in China?
Premium cars (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting China. Compact cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in China?
Avis has 100 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in China at 98.
Top rental agencies in China
Explore the leading car hire agencies in China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in China. Reviews were last updated on 16 September 2025.
Hertz
Avis
Tongye
Ehi
United Auto Rental
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 September 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in China?
Cars in China are to be driven on the left side of the road.