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Cheap Car Rentals in Louisville from $74

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 Louisville with a pick-up date of 13/2 and drop-off date of 15/2. 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 Louisville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Louisville 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 17 January 2025.

January

$73

February

$85

March

$103

April

$112

May

$121

June

$124

July

$139

August

$103

September

$98

October

$115

November

$101

December

$98

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Louisville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

At $74/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Louisville in the past week. Out of 12 car hire agencies operating in Louisville, there are, in total, 41 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Louisville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Louisville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Medium cars

$67 - $197

All Car Types

$67 - $272

To hire a medium car in Louisville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $73/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Louisville, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$197/day). In fact, February is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Louisville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Louisville, hiring a medium car saves you 11% 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 Louisville medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Passat$74/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat

Top rental agencies in Louisville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Louisville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Louisville. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Louisville, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

6.0
Okay
49 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Budget

5.8
Fair
74 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.2
Fair
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.7

National

8.1
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Alamo

7.8
Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
27 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Payless

6.2
Okay
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.9

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.4

Best Louisville car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Louisville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Louisville with an average daily rate of $169. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Louisville area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Volkswagen Passat$74/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Kia Sportage$142/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Sportage
Mitsubishi Mirage$150/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Louisville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Louisville?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Louisville from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($74/day), Thrifty ($142/day), and Alamo ($143/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.1 rating), Alamo (7.8 rating) and Thrifty (7.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Louisville.

  • What are petrol prices like in Louisville?

    The average price of petrol in Louisville is $1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 43% on a hire car in Louisville. 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 Louisville?

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

Car rentals by fuel type in Louisville

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Louisville. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Louisville. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Louisville. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($63+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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