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Cheap Car Hire in Houston from R703

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 4/8 and drop-off date of 11/8. 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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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 5 July 2025.

At R703/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Houston in the past week. Out of 46 car hire agencies operating in Houston, there are, in total, 229 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 161+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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Here are the best Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Houston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Houston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentR703/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

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 R825. Data was last updated on 5 July 2025.
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.
Hyundai AccentR703/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Audi A3R715/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota Corolla CrossR733/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross

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 R668/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 324% off the average price.

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 7.0/10 with 127 reviews). Hertz (rated 5.7/10 with 231 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 February, with an average daily rate of just R633. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R984 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 February, with an average daily rate of just R633. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R984 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

R650

February

R633

March

R808

April

R808

May

R861

June

R826

July

R984

August

R861

September

R808

October

R878

November

R896

December

R861

What car do most people hire in Houston?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Houston are the following: Standard cars (Dodge Challenger or similar), Intermediate cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar), and SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Houston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 53 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Houston at 28.

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 5 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Houston area such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

7,0
Good
127 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,7

Hertz

5,7
Fair
231 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,7

Sixt

7,7
Good
82 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3
Good
57 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,2

Avis

6,6
Okay
55 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,3

Dollar

4,6
Mediocre
32 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,7

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,6

Value

4,9

Thrifty

4,3
Mediocre
31 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,4

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,3

Pick-up/drop-off

4,6

Value

4,5

National

6,3
Okay
15 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,3

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Dollar?

    Hiring a car in Houston for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R6 015/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 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 Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, 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 5 July 2025.

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 (R36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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