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Cheap Car Hire in United States from R137

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 12/7 and drop-off date of 23/7. 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 2025

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 3 July 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R776

Cheapest price per day

R137

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 3 July 2025.

At R137/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in United States in the past week. Out of 355 car hire agencies operating in United States, there are, in total, 17 567 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

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 United States by type

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

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

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

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

GWM Ora Good CatR137/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Suzuki Swift DzireR228/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Nissan AlmeraR391/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera

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 R639. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the United States region, including options close to New York, Los Angeles and Miami. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
GWM Ora Good CatR137/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Infiniti Q50R164/day
5
4
M
A/C
Infiniti Q50
Toyota Corolla QuestR165/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 R889/day – about 1 421% 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 Hertz, offering prices from just R524,51/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at R585,10/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 R837. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 269 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 R837. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 269 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

R837

February

R873

March

R961

April

R969

May

R1 037

June

R1 160

July

R1 269

August

R1 163

September

R996

October

R1 042

November

R987

December

R1 056

What car do most people hire in United States?

The most popular types of cars to hire in United States are the following: SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar), Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Standard cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 822 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in United States at 2 585.

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 11,917 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2025.

Among the most popular cities in United States, Orlando offers the lowest average car hire price at just R348/day. Other affordable options include Las Vegas (R656/day), Denver (R679/day), and New York (R734/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 3 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hiring agencies available in United States, including those that serve New York, Los Angeles and Miami. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
4318 reviews275 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,6
Good
9387 reviews4822 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,4

Sixt

7,3
Good
3787 reviews152 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,1

Avis

6,7
Okay
7436 reviews1525 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,6

Budget

6,5
Okay
13110 reviews1483 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,5

Hertz

6,1
Okay
16850 reviews2585 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,1

Dollar

5,9
Fair
6820 reviews931 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,0

Payless

5,8
Fair
2519 reviews144 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,0

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 3 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?

    With an average price of R1 122/day, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the most popular car hire provider in United States, booking 159% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At R348/day, it is 52% cheaper on average to rent a car in Orlando than any other city in United States. The cheapest price found in United States was for R293/day in Orlando.

  • 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 3 July 2025.

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 (R17+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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