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Cheap Car Rentals in Houston from HK$498

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 Houston with a pick-up date of 27-2 and drop-off date of 4-3. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Houston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Houston 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 4 February 2025.

January

HK$288

February

HK$358

March

HK$413

April

HK$459

May

HK$397

June

HK$420

July

HK$444

August

HK$397

September

HK$358

October

HK$397

November

HK$397

December

HK$381

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Houston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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.

Popular car types in Houston

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Houston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 February 2025.

There are, in total, 218 car hire locations in Houston that are operated by 42 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$498/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Houston hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$785+

Compact

Compact

HK$498+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$501+

Standard

Standard

HK$785+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$528+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$928+

Premium

Premium

HK$834+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$593+

Compare available car types for rental in Houston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Houston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 February 2025.

Small cars

HK$261 - HK$800

All Car Types

HK$301 - HK$1,038

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$332/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~HK$261/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$800/day). In fact, December is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a small car saves you 32% 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. Here are the best Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$345/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~HK$257/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,162/day). In fact, November is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a medium car saves you 29% 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 large car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$303/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Houston, the United States (~HK$327/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$995/day). In fact, July is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a large car saves you 38% 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. Here are the best Houston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$383/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~HK$288/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,036/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a SUV saves you 22% 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.

Volkswagen GolfHK$498/day
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Volkswagen Golf

Top rental agencies in Houston

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 4 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Houston, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt in Houston. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

6.9
Okay
127 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Hertz

5.7
Fair
231 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Sixt

7.7
Good
81 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
59 reviews50 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Avis

6.8
Okay
55 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.4

Dollar

4.7
Mediocre
35 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.0

Thrifty

4.5
Mediocre
37 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

4.6

National

6.3
Okay
15 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Best Houston car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Houston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Houston with an average daily rate of HK$754. Data was last updated on 4 February 2025.
Peruse the best Houston car rental deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Volkswagen GolfHK$498/day
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Volkswagen Golf
BMW 5 SeriesHK$834/day
5
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BMW 5 Series
Kia SportageHK$929/day
5
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Kia Sportage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Houston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Houston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt (HK$480/day), Thrifty (HK$528/day), and Alamo (HK$751/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Houston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.3 rating), Sixt (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Houston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Houston?

    The average price of petrol in Houston is HK$7.02/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$316 and HK$456 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Houston. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about HK$3,459 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Houston for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 36% on a hire car in Houston. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Houston?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Houston it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Houston?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Toyota RAV4) in Houston, making it the most popular option.

Luxury car rentals in Houston

Find luxury car rental deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Houston cost an average of HK$591 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 February 2025.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Houston. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$510/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$599/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$665/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car rentals by fuel type in Houston

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 4 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$53+).

Electric

Electric

HK$53+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$53+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$96+

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