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Cheap Car Rentals in Indianapolis from $113

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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Indianapolis 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

$74

February

$88

March

$108

April

$108

May

$115

June

$127

July

$138

August

$113

September

$106

October

$111

November

$106

December

$97

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Indianapolis 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.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Indianapolis this past week from 52 hire locations out of 15 hire agencies. Prices for a Indianapolis small car hire start from $113/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 Indianapolis

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Indianapolis 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

$72 - $147

All Car Types

$72 - $147

To hire a small car in Indianapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $69/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Indianapolis, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$147/day). In fact, January is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Indianapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Indianapolis, hiring a small car saves you 13% 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 Indianapolis small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi Mirage$113/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage

Top rental agencies in Indianapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Indianapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Indianapolis. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Indianapolis area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
56 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.9

Hertz

6.3
Okay
45 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Budget

5.9
Fair
56 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.3

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Dollar

7.5
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Sixt

6.6
Okay
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Best Indianapolis car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Indianapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Indianapolis with an average daily rate of $164. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Indianapolis we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Mitsubishi Mirage$113/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage
Volkswagen Passat$122/day
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A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Nissan X-Trail$134/day
5
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A/C
Nissan X-Trail

Car rental FAQs

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Indianapolis from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($113/day), Alamo ($134/day), and Avis ($143/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.9 rating) and Dollar (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Indianapolis.

  • What are petrol prices like in Indianapolis?

    The average price of petrol in Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis for a week from Dollar?

    From Dollar you can hire a car in Indianapolis from about $1,001 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 29% in Indianapolis - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

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

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Indianapolis is $0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Indianapolis. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Indianapolis for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Indianapolis?

    Chevrolet Suburban, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Indianapolis according to Cheapflights users.

Car rentals by fuel type in Indianapolis

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Indianapolis. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Indianapolis. Deals were last updated on 21 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Indianapolis. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($56+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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