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Cheap Car Hire in Houston from R576

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 28/10 and drop-off date of 16/11. 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.
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Houston car hires in 2024

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 8 October 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

R16,37

Average price per day

R659

Cheapest price per day

R576

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Houston 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 8 October 2024.

January

R644

February

R800

March

R922

April

R1 027

May

R905

June

R940

July

R1 009

August

R887

September

R818

October

R922

November

R853

December

R748

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Houston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 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 8 October 2024.

At R576/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Houston in the past week. Out of 41 car hire agencies operating in Houston, there are, in total, 206 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 012+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Houston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Houston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2024.

Small cars

R828 - R1 366

All Car Types

R884 - R1 966

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R716/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~R828/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 366/day). In fact, September is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, renting a small car saves you 39% 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 Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 191/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~R772/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 258/day). In fact, September is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, renting a medium car is 3% more expensive. 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 Houston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R772/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Houston, the United States (~R837/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 911/day). In fact, April is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, renting a large car saves you 34% 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 Houston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of R913/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~R699/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 622/day). In fact, October is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, renting a SUV saves you 22% 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 Houston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR576/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR589/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 8 October 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Houston area such as Budget, Hertz and Alamo. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

7,1
Good
129 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,8

Hertz

5,7
Fair
235 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,8

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
51 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,3

Sixt

7,7
Good
81 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3
Good
65 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,2

Avis

6,9
Okay
58 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,6

Dollar

4,9
Mediocre
32 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,9

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

4,9

Value

5,2

Thrifty

4,7
Mediocre
42 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,7

Comfort

5,5

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,9

Value

4,8

Best Houston car hire deals found

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 R717. Data was last updated on 8 October 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Houston area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR576/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Audi A3R583/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota Corolla QuestR589/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?