North America

Cheap Car Hire in North America from R189

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 15/8 and drop-off date of 22/8. 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 2025

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 17 July 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R827

Cheapest price per day

R189

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 17 July 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

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:

Nissan MicraR209/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Ford KaR231/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Hyundai AtosR370/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos

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 17 July 2025.
Renault DusterR189/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Duster
Honda JazzR209/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Audi A3R209/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

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 R847/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 434% off the average price.

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 R187,46/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R555,77/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 R799 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 224. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R799

February

R833

March

R907

April

R921

May

R994

June

R1 109

July

R1 224

August

R1 126

September

R956

October

R1 005

November

R935

December

R1 017

What car do most people hire in North America?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox 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 Premium cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 493 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North America at 2 937.

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 17 July 2025.

If you're looking for the best car hire deals in North America, start with Orlando, where rates average R353/day. You can also find good prices in Miami (R456/day), Los Angeles (R525/day), and Las Vegas (R573/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 17 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North America for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in North America from about R10 435 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 17 July 2025.

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 (R22+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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