Cheap Car Hire in Houston from R520
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Houston with a pick-up date of 24/10 and drop-off date of 26/10. 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.
Houston car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Houston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | STRIDE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R21,16 |
Average price per day | R796 |
Cheapest price per day | R520 |
Popular car types in Houston
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Houston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
At R520/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Houston in the past week. Out of 50 car hire agencies operating in Houston, there are, in total, 238 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
R1 611+
Compact
R816+
Intermediate
R520+
Standard
R1 176+
Full-size
R603+
Passenger van
R1 458+
Luxury
R2 470+
Compact SUV
R1 079+
Best car hire deals found in Houston
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Houston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Houston with an average daily rate of R1 225. Data was last updated on 6 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Houston car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Houston, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Houston?
Book your car hire in Houston 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R566/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 264% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Houston?
In Houston, the most affordable car hire company right now is Street Rent a Car, offering prices from just R36,24/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is NextCar, with rates starting at R49,02/day.
What is the best car rental company in Houston?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Houston is Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 103 reviews). Hertz (rated 5.6/10 with 138 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Houston?
At Houston, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R516. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R816 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 Houston, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R516. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R816 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
R516
February
R633
March
R750
April
R766
May
R700
June
R816
July
R800
August
R683
September
R583
October
R700
November
R683
December
R666
Which car hire company has the most locations in Houston?
Avis has 23 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hub Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Houston at 1.
Top rental agencies in Houston
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R796/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for R592/day from Stride, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Stride?
Hiring a car in Houston for a week can be a great option for travel. Stride, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R4 639/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Houston?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Houston check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Houston for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Houston for a month is R19 882. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in Houston for a weekend?
R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Houston, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Houston, then opt for a Full-size hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Houston
Browse car hires by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 6 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R31+).
Electric
R95+
Hybrid
R82+
Petrol/Diesel
R31+