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India car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R1 966

Cheapest price per day

R1 314

Cheapflights insights for India car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in India, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R913, which is about 1 287% cheaper than the typical rate.

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

At India, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just R938. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 476 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 India, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just R938. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 476 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

R1 144

February

R1 133

March

R1 112

April

R1 290

May

R1 476

June

R1 269

July

R938

August

R938

September

R1 093

October

R1 031

November

R966

December

R983

What car do most people hire in India?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Luxury cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.

Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car hire agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2026.

Hertz

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

2,0
Poor
2 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Europcar

2,0
Poor
1 review49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

SS Travels

2,0
Poor
1 review21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Gozo Cabs

18 locations

IndeCab

7 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

1First Car Rental

9 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in India?

    When hiring a car in India, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Europcar, and with prices around R1 490/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is COMPACT, which starts as low as R1 066/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?

    At R1 066/day, the cheapest car hire price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, Mumbai has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 966/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in India.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in India?

    Cars in India are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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