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Cheap Car Hire in India from R750

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 India with a pick-up date of 11/4 and drop-off date of 14/4. 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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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 23 March 2026.

Most common car type

Standard

Popular car types in India

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in India and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 23 March 2026.

There are 18 hire agencies servicing India. These agencies, altogether, have 349 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in India with prices from R750 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in India:

Compact

Compact

R1 412+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

R4 547+

Premium

Premium

R5 951+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 190+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 131+

Compare car hire deals in India by type

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

Honda JazzR1 412/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Best car hire deals found in India

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in India. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in India with an average daily rate of R2 276. Data was last updated on 23 March 2026.
Toyota CorollaR750/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai SonataR750/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Sonata
BMW M3R1 131/day
5
M
A/C
BMW M3

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 R914, which is about 1 289% 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 R942. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 471 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 R942. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 471 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 148

February

R1 137

March

R1 137

April

R1 286

May

R1 471

June

R1 273

July

R942

August

R942

September

R1 097

October

R1 031

November

R969

December

R984

What car do most people hire in India?

Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry 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 23 March 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
3 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 23 March 2026.
  • 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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