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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 7 April 2025.

January

HK$287

February

HK$279

March

HK$357

April

HK$404

May

HK$388

June

HK$412

July

HK$443

August

HK$388

September

HK$357

October

HK$388

November

HK$396

December

HK$380

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Houston is February. 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.

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 7 April 2025.

There are, in total, 223 car hire locations in Houston that are operated by 46 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$426/day). Explore 1 car type currently offered from Houston hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$590+

Compact

Compact

HK$426+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$338+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$646+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$816+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$504+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$237+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

HK$241+

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 7 April 2025.

Small cars

HK$261 - HK$798

All Car Types

HK$300 - HK$1,035

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$367/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$798/day). In fact, December is about 29% 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 27% 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 Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$313/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~HK$256/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$1,159/day). In fact, November is about 19% 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 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.

To hire a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$386/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$1,034/day). In fact, November is about 26% 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 23% 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 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 7 April 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

7.0
Good
127 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Hertz

5.7
Fair
229 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
60 reviews50 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Avis

6.8
Okay
56 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.4

Dollar

4.6
Mediocre
34 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

4.9

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
35 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.5

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 April 2025.
  • 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$7.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$315 and HK$455 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz 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$3,004 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 38% 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.

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