What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?

With an average price of R938/day, Hertz is the most popular car hire provider in United States, booking 132% more hire cars than any other provider.

What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?

At R775/day, it is 41% cheaper on average to rent a car in San Francisco than any other city in United States. The cheapest price found in United States was for R775/day in San Francisco.

What side of the road do you drive on in United States?

Cars travel on the right side of the road in United States.

Cheap Car Hire in United States | Deals From R219/Day

Q: What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United States?

Out of all the popular cities in United States, Washington, D.C. is the cheapest city to hire a car in at just R716/day. Hiring a car in Washington, D.C. is 65% cheaper than hiring one in New York where the per day rate is around R2 051. Other fairly inexpensive cities in United States to get a car hire in are: Houston (R771/day), San Francisco (R775/day), and Newark (R1 002/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travellers looking to hire a car in New York should expect to spend around R2 051/day on their transportation. The most popular city to hire a car in United States is New York.

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United States car hires in 2025

Most popular company	Dollar
Most common car type	Standard
Average price per day	R1 173
Cheapest price per day	R219

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Popular car types in United States

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At R219/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in United States in the past week. Out of 366 car hire agencies operating in United States, there are, in total, 17 565 hire locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Economy

R242+

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Compact

R242+

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Intermediate

R219+

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Standard

R848+

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Full-size

R351+

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SUV

R1 192+

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People carrier

R558+

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Full-size SUV

R640+

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

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

Here are the best United States van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Volkswagen PoloR242/day

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Renault KwidR242/day

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Nissan AlmeraR351/day

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Ford FocusR219/day

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Toyota AvanzaR225/day

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Nissan AlmeraR242/day

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How far in advance should I hire a car in United States?

For the best savings on car hire in United States, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R840/day – about 1 373% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in United States?

In United States, the most affordable car hire company right now is Street Rent a Car, offering prices from just R214,21/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at R496,33/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in United States?

At United States, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R804. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 203 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 United States, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R804. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 203 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

R804

February

R837

March

R913

April

R938

May

R993

June

R1 120

July

R1 203

August

R1 085

September

R904

October

R969

November

R918

December

R1 003

What car do most people hire in United States?

The most popular types of cars to hire in United States are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in United States?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 867 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in United States at 2 429.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United States?

Among the most popular cities in United States, Washington, D.C. offers the lowest average car hire price at just R716/day. Other affordable options include Houston (R771/day), San Francisco (R775/day), and Newark (R1 002/day).

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Top rental agencies in United States

Alamo

8,5

Very Good

3489 reviews•273 locations

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10,0

Wonderful|Sept 2025

The options of vehicles could have been better,yet overall,it was a good rental experience.

6,0

Okay|Sept 2025

I liked that the rental place was in the airport. Andre was too nosey about why I was there and pushed rental insurance with them when I already had it through you. He also tried to get me to buy an entire tank of gas when I only needed a quarter tank. I felt like he tried to swindle me more than help me or guide me clearly. He gave no advice on where to refill the tank. The guy in the garage when I returned was very helpful and supportive when I thought I was going to miss my flight due to traffic.

2,0

Poor|Sept 2025

They canceled on me the day of my pickup. They had no cars.

2,0

Poor|Jun 2025

I was NOT satisfied at all!!! I reserved the vehicle, got in line for pick-up and I was told that there wasn’t any more vehicles.!!!! That is NOT acceptable. I had to wait in line for a shuttle to take me to my hotel!! UNACCEPTABLE!!!!! I will make sure to NEVER use Alamo again. I will definitely tell my friends and family to go to another reputable car rental that will honor their reservations. Regards,

10,0

Wonderful|Apr 2025

Real smooth check in and checkout experience. Clean vehicle

10,0

Wonderful|Apr 2025

Great easy to pick up easy to dropped off. No trouble at all.

1 out of 1163

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,6

Good

7714 reviews•4867 locations

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10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

They picked us up and drove back to the hotel. Both drivers were cordial, professional and personable.

2,0

Poor|Nov 2025

Horrible. Let me explain: first the address listed to pick up the van was wrong and nowhere close to where the correct address is. Second: our pick up time was at 12. They close at 12pm. Luckily we had decided to go early and those 30 min of arriving early saved us or it would’ve been closed and we wouldn’t have been able to get the van. Third: never received any email with any explanations or instructions so I assumed when I gave kayak my credit card info, the van had already been paid and that was not the case. I didn’t have my credit card that I had used on kayak with me and I had to show them that card. I had to drive 30 min home and back to get it. They at least did us the favor to stay open and wait for me to return since they close at 12 and again I never received any email from them or kayak explaining all these points. Horrible experience!!!!

10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

Everything was smooth with the exception that car selection was limited.

10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

Fast and simple with great customer service.

8,0

Very Good|Oct 2025

My overall experience was very good, however, the pricing for my rental pick up from the airport was ridiculously overpriced! Therefore, I don't think I will choose Enterprise again for those types of trips! Ty

10,0

Wonderful|Oct 2025

There was only one person working the desk at peak hours so pickup took a long time.

1 out of 2572

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Sixt

7,3

Good

3339 reviews•165 locations

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10,0

Wonderful|Oct 2025

the girls were super nice and very experienced at the process of upgrading the car..

8,0

Very Good|Aug 2025

It was good, the tire pressure light was on when we picked up the car and that made us nervous the tire would go flat. And then on the hottest day the computers dashboard wouldn’t work and we couldn’t turn the radio or AC on when driving around.

10,0

Wonderful|Jul 2025

The staff at the Portland SIXT rental counter have been the same for years. The same ladies. This consistency screams quality. If employees want to stay with a company long term it makes me as the customer want to stay loyal. I enjoy every aspect of my experience with SIXT Portland.

10,0

Wonderful|Jun 2025

Very nice employees

4,0

Mediocre|Apr 2025

The agent was friendly when we picked up the car. However, the fees that I paid online were far less than the total I was quoted. For the Moore, the car I actually selected was not available, and I was not given an upgrade fee of charge, even though I had already paid for my reservation online with a credit card. The upsell tactics by the agent were fairly aggressive, and the full insurance was pretty outrageously priced. The car itself had extensive water spots on the exterior and was not very clean.

10,0

Wonderful|Apr 2025

When I booked the rental it stated that a Chevrolet Trailblazer was being g reserved for me. Whe I arrived to pick up the rental it was a different smaller vehicle. Not large enough for 4 adults with luggage for a cruise. Attendant let me choose a more appropriate sized vehicle. That worked out great. That was the only issue I had. Everything else worked out great.

1 out of 1113

Avis

6,7

Okay

7223 reviews•1534 locations

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8,0

Very Good|Nov 2025

Omar was very helpful in getting me a pickup truck I needed.

4,0

Mediocre|Nov 2025

The car i requested should have been the car i got. I didn't but instead an EV car and charging with that was horrible for my 6 hr drive. That's all they apparently had too?? Discounts for inconveniences should be given. Your customers are the driving force for your company. Always remember that!

8,0

Very Good|Sept 2025

Long wait to check in

10,0

Wonderful|Sept 2025

Made our travel experience great!

6,0

Okay|Aug 2025

Difficult to get reimbursed for a flat tire. Long waiting time for final reimbursement.

2,0

Poor|Jul 2025

I was still charged for my insurance even though I canceled my trip.

1 out of 2408

Avis Locations in United States

Budget

6,5

Okay

12792 reviews•1498 locations

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2,0

Poor|Dec 2025

Super long line. Now that Avis is Budget (and vice versa) and their systems don’t speak (or something like that) beware your car could be double booked. After long wait for the car that’s what happened with us. Worked out in the end for us and other party but took time. Given the $ it’s not the wait and service level one should receive.

10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

The manager Sunny is Super courteous , friendly and nice

10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

We had no issues or problems at all during our trip

2,0

Poor|Oct 2025

i got there an hr early they did not have the car i reserved. they wanted to charge me 80 dollars for for estimated milage . I made sure i had unlimited milage through Kayak.. they wanted to charge me an extra 36 dollars for insurance . i had purchased insurance through a 3rd party using your website. they also wanted to charge me 52 dollars cause i was an hour early. so with what I paid Kayak it was going to cost me around 300 dollars to rent a car that wasn't even in the class of vehicle I reserved. so i decided not to get this rental. so when i got to my destination i went to cancel my reservation. I could no longer cancel this reservation . now im charged with a service of Kayak that i did not use with no ability to cancel so very much will not be going through Kayak for future trips very unsatisfied former customer Danny Elliott

10,0

Wonderful|Oct 2025

Everything was perfect! Got an upgrade 3 classes higher!

4,0

Mediocre|Aug 2025

Customer service & consistency of service, knowledge of company policies & procedures very poor & confusing.

1 out of 4264

Budget Locations in United States

Hertz

6,0

Okay

15379 reviews•2429 locations

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8,0

Very Good|Nov 2025

The problem is not with hertz. The problem is cheap flights is not knowledgeable about hertz. You can book with a chime credit card thru your site but they do not accept chime. Then when you go to pick up at hertz location you are turned away if you do not have another major credit card. Very very inconvenient.

2,0

Poor|Oct 2025

The rental agreement when I picked up the vehicle stated clearly that pick up was at Portland Int'l Airport and drop off was at Eugene Airport. Total estimated cost $54.28. Receipt emailed to me after drop-off added $29.00 for "Intercity Fee." It was clearly an intercity situation from the start and adding $30 after the fact seems like bullshit to me. Hertz unresponsive so far. Will dispute with my credit card company.

2,0

Poor|Oct 2025

Didn’t have sufficient cars to honor reservation. I didn’t get a car of any type or class. Seems like false advertising on the part of both Kayak and Hertz.

10,0

Wonderful|Oct 2025

Everything was great. The only thing that was overlooked was rinsing off the outside of the car .

6,0

Okay|Aug 2025

I liked that the vehicle was clean, it was a comfortable ride and availability of using it. I didn't like that the ppl at the rental place called dollar were rude and really took long to get the car o had to wait almost 1 hour for the car due to stock. Also I had to hold extra money on my credit card.just for it ti be released 4 days later. Im.just glad I didn't run into any problems before the hold was released.

2,0

Poor|Jul 2025

THEY CHARGED MY ACCOUNT AND I NEVER RECEIVED A CAR. THE NASTY LADY AT THE COUNTER IN FLORIDA SAID THEY WERE ALL OUT IF CARS AND I DID NOT HAVE A RESERVE ON ONE. PLEASE CALL ME AT (412)915-2645. I DEFINATELY NEED TO DISCUSS THIS WITH YOU. LUCILLE HERNDON 314 WAADDELL AVENUE CLAIRTON, PA 15025

1 out of 5127

Payless

5,8

Fair

2260 reviews•140 locations

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2,0

Poor|Sept 2025

My experience was very bad!! I booked online and they chargede for the whole amount. Then when I arrived at the airport to pick my car up, they told me they didn’t take my card! I told her it’s doesn’t say no where on the policy online that it states that they don’t take chime credit cards. The employee and the manager were both rude! Nobody wanted to refund my money. They told me I had to call.

4,0

Mediocre|Sept 2025

Pick up and drop off was quick and easy. But very disappointed in my bill. I prepaid for this rental for 4 days, being sure that I was getting unlimited miles. After drop off I received a bill for additional fees, including fuel at $5 a gallon because the person at the desk at pick up told me not to fill up before drop off. I could’ve filled up for far cheaper and would’ve been happy too if I hadn’t specifically been told to not fill up. I was also charged a fee for it being an airport pick up. Won’t be using Payless again after this, there are much better companies to rent from for similar prices.

2,0

Poor|Sept 2025

There were 60 people in line in front of me, two agents working, and a wait time of nearly three hours to pick up the car. I will never book with them again.

4,0

Mediocre|Aug 2025

Someone vomited in the car prior to picking it up. It reeked of vomit the entire time I had the car. The overwhelming air freshener used when I picked up the car covered the smell for the first few hours but when I got back in the car after a few hours, it was overwhelming.

10,0

Wonderful|Aug 2025

Everything was good. Service very good.

10,0

Wonderful|May 2025

It was understandable and easy alongside efficient to drop off and pick up.

1 out of 754

Payless Locations in United States

Dollar

5,8

Fair

6405 reviews•932 locations

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2,0

Poor|Nov 2025

The drop off representative said my final bill will be $505.00 but when I got the email receipt it was $561 and when I called them the rep just kept saying the bill was $561 and did not give me credit for returning it 2 days early like the drop off rep said it would be a total of $505. Very Disappointed. Will not be using them again. FYI Consumer Reports ranks them as the worst rental car agency.

10,0

Wonderful|Nov 2025

Would certainly use them again!

2,0

Poor|Oct 2025

I was traveling with my son in a wheelchair, I’m older.. the walk from the rental office to the car I was picking up, in the rain, was awful. It was way too far to be wheeling a wheelchair, two large suitcases, carry on bags, and a walker.. I was never offered help, nor did any of the guys sitting in their chairs waiting for drop off, offer to help. Nor did they as I was struggling to get everything in the car we picked up.. And yo make matters worse, the electric windows stopped working, yes, I checked the window lock, and I had to drop the car off, walk all the way back to the office, walk all the way, even further, for a replacement car.. only to have the man in the lot accuse me, not once, but twice, for not giving him the keys to the first rental,at the third accusation, said “got them”.. No apology, nothing. I will never rent from any of the three places they represent.. Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar.. Disgusting..

10,0

Wonderful|Aug 2025

We have historically had a good experience with dollar rental. Staff are well trained professional and yet friendly. Vehicles are clean, well maintained. Pick up and drop off are easy and efficient.

2,0

Poor|Aug 2025

Will never rent from there again.

2,0

Poor|Aug 2025

Most unfriendly staff ever

1 out of 2135

Car hire FAQs

What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?
With an average price of R938/day, Hertz is the most popular car hire provider in United States, booking 132% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?
At R775/day, it is 41% cheaper on average to rent a car in San Francisco than any other city in United States. The cheapest price found in United States was for R775/day in San Francisco.
What side of the road do you drive on in United States?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in United States.

Car hires by fuel type in United States

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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R35+).

Hybrid

R556+

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Petrol/Diesel

R35+

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