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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Connecticut.

What are petrol prices like in Connecticut?

The average price of petrol in Connecticut is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Connecticut for a week from Thrifty?

Thrifty offers hire cars in Connecticut for about $451 per week on average.

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

Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 28% to make it a great deal in Connecticut. Try to book at least 86 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

Can I rent a car for a month in Connecticut?

Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Connecticut check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Connecticut?

January

$74

February

$74

March

$92

April

$106

May

$118

June

$130

July

$141

August

$121

September

$108

October

$127

November

$106

December

$114

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Connecticut is January. 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 Connecticut

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Economy

$118+

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Compact

$131+

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Intermediate

$125+

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Standard

$135+

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Full-size

$140+

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People mover

$190+

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Full-size SUV

$199+

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Pick-up truck

$163+

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Compact SUV

$105+

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Intermediate SUV

$110+

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Standard SUV

$142+

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Top rental agencies in Connecticut

Hertz

6.7

Okay

94 reviews•18 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2024

Car has a extreme smell of smoke

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Was erroneously charged for 2nd driver. Called back and asked for charges to be removed…. Still waiting for credit to my account.

8.0

Very Good|Jul 2023

Nobody looked over the car with us at pickup and nobody was there to look at the car at check in

4.0

Mediocre|Jul 2023

I was never sent a final itemized bill, and was assured over the phone there would not be added charge for returning the car at a different location/after hours. The extensions through Hertz were also absurdly priced, ranging from $2.10 some days to $200+ on others. My car search was extended after my last one died, so I ended up opening a new rental with the same car.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Do not go to this Hertz if possible. Booked on Kayak for 1 day. This hertz is closed on Sundays so I had to pay for 2 days even though I only used the car for 24 hours. Very frustrating. The car also smelled like smoke and was extremely dirty.

1 out of 32

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Budget

6.2

Okay

51 reviews•11 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

The lady at the counter was awesome. After taking the train from NYC to Stamford to get the car, I unfortunately forgot my drivers license back in NYC! She let me leave my bags in the office so that I wouldn't have to drag them back to NYC to retrieve my license.

4.0

Mediocre|May 2023

The cost of the refueling charge is out of line with current fuel pricing. And at Bradley/Hartford the distance from the terminal to the actual car rental front desk is too far without a shuttle when you have luggage. The directional signage is poor; for first time travelers at this location.

6.0

Okay|Apr 2023

Pick-up was fine. The dropoff in EWR was not. There was not an attendant immediately in the vicinity. The drop-off parking spot was not clear. No receipt was given to me; rather, I was told to click/scan a sign's URL and fill out the drop-off form. AND, when I did so in the terminal, it appeared to be for HERTZ. Bottom line - confused, poorly executed. Finally, the signage to get to the drop-off location was the worst I've ever seen. It took a lot of time, effort, and LUCK. The rental companies need to collaborate on signage with the Port Authority and the State of New Jersey to totally revamp it. Truly a mess.

6.0

Okay|Mar 2023

They didn't have the car I initially reserved, which I can understand due to the rental car shortage we hear about all the time. You really need to scrutinize your bill, though. I was charged a late fee (they showed I returned the car at 2 pm, which was impossible since my flight left at 9:15 am) and was also charged for an upgrade, when they told me I would not be charged one since it wasn't my fault that they didn't have the much smaller car I requested. I called them right away and they were very nice about all the issues and removed all inappropriate charges. Despite all the issues, I would still use them again (while still carefully checking my bill) because their customer service was on point.

1 out of 17

Avis

6.0

Okay

51 reviews•10 locations

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National

4 locations

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Alamo

8.7

Very Good

4 reviews•2 locations

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7

Good

29 reviews•22 locations

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car Locations in Connecticut

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

1 review•8 locations

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Sixt

5.3

Fair

4 reviews•1 location

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Car rental FAQs

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Connecticut?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Connecticut.
What are petrol prices like in Connecticut?
The average price of petrol in Connecticut is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Connecticut for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty offers hire cars in Connecticut for about $451 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Connecticut for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 28% to make it a great deal in Connecticut. Try to book at least 86 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Connecticut?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Connecticut check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Car rentals by fuel type in Connecticut

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$90+

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Hybrid

$100+

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Connecticut?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Connecticut 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 28 March 2025.

Popular car types in Connecticut

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Connecticut and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 March 2025.

Top rental agencies in Connecticut

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Connecticut known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Connecticut. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2025.

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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Connecticut, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2025.

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

What are petrol prices like in Connecticut?

How much does it cost to hire a car in Connecticut for a week from Thrifty?

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

Can I rent a car for a month in Connecticut?

Car rentals by fuel type in Connecticut

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Connecticut. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Connecticut. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2025.

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