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Delaware car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Delaware. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 May 2026.

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Cheapflights insights for Delaware car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Delaware, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Delaware?

Book your car hire in Delaware 64 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R582/day on average when booked 64 days ahead, which saves you 1 092% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Delaware?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Delaware is National (rated 10.0/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.8/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8
Payless
Payless
8.4
Avis
Avis
7.6

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Delaware?

At Delaware, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R665. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 030 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 Delaware, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R665. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 030 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

R714

February

R665

March

R798

April

R980

May

R748

June

R914

July

R1 030

August

R914

September

R698

October

R748

November

R764

December

R748

What car do most people hire in Delaware?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Delaware are the following: Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Delaware?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Delaware at 9.

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Top rental agencies in Delaware

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Delaware known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Delaware. Reviews were last updated on 4 May 2026.

National

1 location
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

13 locations
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Payless

1 location
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Avis

6 locations
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Budget

6 locations
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Hertz

9 locations
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Thrifty

3 locations
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5,5

Comfort

5,5

Overall

4,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

5,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Delaware, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 May 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Delaware for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Delaware, offering car hire for around R5 535 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Delaware.

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