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Cheap Car Rentals in Hilo from $90

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 Hilo with a pick-up date of 20/1 and drop-off date of 22/1. 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 Hilo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hilo 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 21 December 2024.

January

$92

February

$115

March

$116

April

$115

May

$99

June

$111

July

$120

August

$102

September

$83

October

$99

November

$85

December

$147

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hilo is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 Hilo

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hilo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Hilo this past week from 19 hire locations out of 14 hire agencies. Prices for a Hilo medium car hire start from $90/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for rental in Hilo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hilo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Small cars

$78 - $128

All Car Types

$83 - $160

To hire a small car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $80/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hilo, the United States (~$78/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$128/day). In fact, December is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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 Hilo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $77/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hilo, the United States (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$129/day). In fact, April is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a medium car 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. Here are the best Hilo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $93/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hilo, the United States (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$204/day). In fact, March is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a large car saves you 7% 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 Hilo large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $53/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hilo, the United States (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$149/day). In fact, March is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a SUV saves you 47% 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 Hilo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$115/day
2
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Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Hilo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hilo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hilo. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Hilo, such as National, Alamo and Payless. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

National

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Alamo

9.1
Wonderful
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.1

Payless

9.0
Wonderful
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.8

Thrifty

8.8
Very Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.7
Very Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.4

Budget

8.0
Very Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.4
Good
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

6.9

Best Hilo car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hilo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hilo with an average daily rate of $112. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Peruse the best Hilo car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Corolla$90/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla$94/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Mitsubishi ASX$104/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hilo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hilo?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Hilo from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($90/day), Thrifty ($104/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($114/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (9.1 rating) and Payless (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hilo.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hilo?

    The average price of petrol in Hilo is $1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Hilo for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $733/week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 40%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Hilo.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Hilo for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Hilo for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Hilo. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Hilo?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Hilo is Standard (Nissan Rogue) based on our Cheapflights data.

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