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Cheap Car Rentals in Michigan from $137

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 Michigan with a pick-up date of 2/2 and drop-off date of 6/2. 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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Michigan car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Michigan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Michigan 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

$96

February

$99

March

$112

April

$119

May

$121

June

$137

July

$148

August

$128

September

$110

October

$112

November

$108

December

$112

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Michigan 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Michigan

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Michigan 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.

Small cars

$60 - $191

All Car Types

$60 - $231

To hire a small car in Michigan, you would pay an average price of $84/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Michigan (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$191/day). In fact, November is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Michigan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Michigan, hiring a small car saves you 40% 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 Michigan small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Michigan, you would pay an average price of $91/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Michigan (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$231/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Michigan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Michigan, hiring a medium car saves you 35% 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 Michigan medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Michigan, you would pay an average price of $80/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Michigan (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$231/day). In fact, March is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Michigan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Michigan, hiring a SUV saves you 43% 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 Michigan SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$152/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Michigan

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Michigan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Michigan. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Hertz

6.7
Okay
106 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Budget

6.4
Okay
259 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
61 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
82 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.7

Dollar

7.0
Good
74 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Avis

6.8
Okay
89 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

National

7.5
Good
13 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.6

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
23 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Best Michigan car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Michigan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Michigan with an average daily rate of $180. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Volkswagen Passat$137/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Toyota RAV4$139/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Mitsubishi Mirage$152/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Car rental FAQs

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Michigan from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($126/day), Thrifty ($137/day), and Alamo ($152/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.2 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Michigan.

  • What are petrol prices like in Michigan?

    The average price of petrol in Michigan is $1.61/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 Michigan for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Michigan for about $896 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 25%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Michigan.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Michigan.

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