What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Salt Lake City?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Salt Lake City and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 23 April 2025.
January
R987
February
R1 154
March
R1 098
April
R819
May
R893
June
R1 080
July
R1 191
August
R1 080
September
R968
October
R875
November
R726
December
R1 117
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Salt Lake City is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in Salt Lake City
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Salt Lake City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2025.
Small cars | R641 - R1 302 | |
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All Car Types | R910 - R2 314 |
To hire a small car in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of R565/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Salt Lake City, the United States (~R641/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 302/day). In fact, August is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, renting a small car saves you 48% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a medium car in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of R760/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Salt Lake City, the United States (~R910/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 428/day). In fact, September is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, renting a medium car saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of R574/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Salt Lake City, the United States (~R910/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 413/day). In fact, September is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, renting a SUV saves you 47% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Top rental agencies in Salt Lake City
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Salt Lake City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Salt Lake City. Reviews were last updated on 23 April 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Salt Lake City, including Avis, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Salt Lake City, including Avis, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Salt Lake City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Salt Lake City?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Sixt (10,0 rating), Silvercar (10,0 rating) and National (9,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Salt Lake City.
What are petrol prices like in Salt Lake City?
The average price of petrol in Salt Lake City is R16,77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R754 and R1 090 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Salt Lake City for a week from Europcar?
From Europcar you can hire a car in Salt Lake City from about R9 794 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Salt Lake City for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 34% to make it a great deal in Salt Lake City. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Salt Lake City?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Salt Lake City check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
What car do most people hire in Salt Lake City?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Salt Lake City is Intermediate (Kia Sportage) based on our Cheapflights data.