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Cheap Car Hire in North America from R217

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 10/2 and drop-off date of 18/2. 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 27 January 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R922

Cheapest price per day

R217
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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 27 January 2026.
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Economy

Economy

R217+

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Compact

Compact

R261+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R217+

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Standard

Standard

R614+

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Full-size

Full-size

R270+

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People carrier

People carrier

R699+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R676+

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Premium

Premium

R1 054+

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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:

Kia PicantoR217/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 01/25/26
Hyundai i10R261/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Found 01/25/26
Citroen C3 AircrossR516/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 01/26/26

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 27 January 2026.
Kia PicantoR217/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 01/25/26
Chevrolet Aveo SedanR217/day
5
5
M
A/C
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
Found 01/25/26
Honda JazzR261/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 01/25/26

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 R745/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 289% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in North America?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in North America with deals as low as R307,25/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R544,79/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 R681 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 080. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R681

February

R729

March

R793

April

R821

May

R867

June

R998

July

R1 080

August

R977

September

R801

October

R851

November

R794

December

R879

What car do most people hire in North America?

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

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 550 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North America at 2 773.

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 27 January 2026.
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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 27 January 2026.

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

    From Budget you can hire a car in North America from about R6 063 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.

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 27 January 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in North America. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R24+).

Electric

Electric

R55+

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Hybrid

R43+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R24+

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