Cheap Car Hire in United States from R209
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 the United States with a pick-up date of 19/10 and drop-off date of 9/11. 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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United States car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in United States. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | Alamo |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | R986 |
Cheapest price per day | R209 |
Popular car types in United States
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in United States and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
At R209/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in United States in the past week. Out of 396 car hire agencies operating in United States, there are, in total, 18 132 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
R218+
Compact
R228+
Intermediate
R166+
Standard
R263+
Full-size
R273+
SUV
R485+
People carrier
R616+
Full-size SUV
R499+
Best car hire deals found in United States
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in United States. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in United States with an average daily rate of R709. Data was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Mini CountrymanR209/day
Renault ClioR228/day
Toyota YarisR228/day
Cheapflights insights for the United States car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in the United States, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
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 R878/day – about 1 364% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in United States?
In United States, the most affordable car hire company right now is Capital Rent A Car, offering prices from just R16,37/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at R29,47/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 R783. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 211 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 R783. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 211 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
R783
February
R873
March
R991
April
R970
May
R1 022
June
R1 174
July
R1 211
August
R1 083
September
R960
October
R960
November
R873
December
R970
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 (GMC Yukon or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in United States?
Cargini has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in United States at 1 542.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United States?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1 564 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Among the most popular cities in United States, Miami offers the lowest average car hire price at just R185/day. Other affordable options include Orlando (R197/day), Fort Lauderdale (R380/day), and Los Angeles (R437/day).
Top rental agencies in United States
Explore the leading car hire agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on 12 October 2026.
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Locations
Avis
5789 reviews•1542 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,2
Comfort
7,3
Overall
6,6
Pick-up/drop-off
6,7
Value
6,7
Recent reviews
10,0
|Sept 2026service was great!@@
2,0
|Aug 2026I went to pick up the car and I could never have the car rental, the first thing was the rudeness of the person and he told me that he did not have a car available and nothing else, very lack of education ok
4,0
|Aug 2026Added so many expenses
2,0
|Jul 2026I was unable to pick up my rental, as their policies are unclear when making a booking online, regarding using a debit card as your payment method.
6,0
|May 2026Most of it, but I would’ve preferred the car to be cleaned inside and out
4,0
|Apr 2026Pick up took over an hour due to long lines and not enough cars.
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Avis Locations in United States
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Locations
Cargini
3 locations
Cargini Locations in United States
Overview
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IDrive Rent-A-Car
2 locations
IDrive Rent-A-Car Locations in United States
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SAVVARent A Car
1 location
SAVVARent A Car Locations in United States
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LA Auto Spot
2 locations
LA Auto Spot Locations in United States
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Bandago
8 locations
Bandago Locations in United States
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Los Angeles Van Rentals
5 locations
Los Angeles Van Rentals Locations in United States
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BBG
1 location
BBG Locations in United States
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?
With an average price of R1 988/day, Avis is the most popular car hire provider in United States, booking 82% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?
At R380/day, it is 64% cheaper on average to rent a car in Fort Lauderdale than any other city in United States. The cheapest price found in United States was for R369/day in Fort Lauderdale.
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
Browse car hires by fuel type in United States. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in United States. Deals were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R9+).
Electric
R70+
Hybrid
R60+
Petrol/Diesel
R9+
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