North America

Cheap Car Hire in North America from R503

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 North America with a pick-up date of 7/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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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North America car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R896

Cheapest price per day

R503

Popular car types in North America

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North America and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 April 2026.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

R1 165+

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 297+

Compare car hire deals in North America by type

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

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

Here are the best North America large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Here are the best North America luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki CiazR503/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Hyundai i10R545/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Citroen C3 AircrossR573/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross

Best car hire deals found in North America

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in North America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 29 April 2026.
Suzuki CiazR503/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FocusR508/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Honda JazzR545/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Cheapflights insights for North America car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in North America?

Book your car hire in North America 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R811/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 364% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in North America?

Europcar is currently the cheapest car hire company in North America with deals as low as R389,27/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R452,19/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North America?

Planning to hire a car in North America? January is the cheapest month, costing about R745 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 134. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R745

February

R830

March

R919

April

R883

May

R904

June

R1 048

July

R1 134

August

R1 022

September

R841

October

R894

November

R831

December

R928

What car do most people hire in North America?

Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting North America. SUV cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in North America?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 575 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North America at 2 751.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in North America?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across North America, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2026.

If you're looking for the best car hire deals in North America, start with Miami, where rates average R186/day. You can also find good prices in Orlando (R270/day), Toronto (R388/day), and Las Vegas (R537/day).

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in North America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R906/day when booking a car hire in North America. The absolute best deal a user found was for R510/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Apr. 25.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North America for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in North America from about R8 137 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North America?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from North America it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in North America for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in North America can be found for about R34 874, with the average price for a rental being around R1 162 a day. Book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 65% less compared to the average price of car rentals in North America.

Car hires by fuel type in North America

Browse car hires by fuel type in North America. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in North America. Deals were last updated on 29 April 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in North America. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R22+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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