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 6 October 2026.
Most popular company | Avis |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | R851 |
Cheapest price per day | R735 |
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.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in India?
At India, the best time to hire a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just R926. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R1 135 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 December, with an average daily rate of just R926. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R1 135 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 048
February
R1 033
March
R1 045
April
R1 041
May
R1 025
June
R995
July
R986
August
R1 090
September
R1 135
October
R990
November
R945
December
R926
What car do most people hire in India?
Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Class Full-size Van or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in India?
Gozo Cabs has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in India at 15.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 97 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 October 2026.
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 6 October 2026.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 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 Avis, and with prices around R775/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is INTERMEDIATE, which starts as low as R775/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
At R775/day, the cheapest car hire price in India was found in New Delhi. On average, New Delhi has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 168/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.