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Cheap Car Rentals in Palm Springs from $86

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 Palm Springs with a pick-up date of 12/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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 Palm Springs?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Palm Springs 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 December 2024.

January

$90

February

$95

March

$107

April

$98

May

$95

June

$98

July

$105

August

$104

September

$97

October

$107

November

$111

December

$104

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palm Springs is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is November. 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 Palm Springs

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Palm Springs and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Palm Springs. These agencies, altogether, have 18 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Palm Springs with prices from $86 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Palm Springs:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for rental in Palm Springs

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Palm Springs 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 December 2024.

Small cars

$60 - $176

All Car Types

$49 - $208

To hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $56/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$176/day). In fact, December is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a small car saves you 39% 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 Palm Springs small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$231/day). In fact, November is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a medium car saves you 3% 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 Palm Springs medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $92/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Palm Springs, the United States (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$231/day). In fact, December is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a SUV is 0% more expensive. 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 Palm Springs SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$93/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Palm Springs

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Palm Springs known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Palm Springs. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Palm Springs, including Budget, Avis and Alamo. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Palm Springs, including Budget, Avis and Alamo.

Budget

6.6
Okay
137 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.0

Avis

6.2
Okay
102 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.9
Good
57 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
86 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.2

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Dollar

7.6
Good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Thrifty

7.3
Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.4

Best Palm Springs car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Palm Springs. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Palm Springs with an average daily rate of $106. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Palm Springs area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Camry$86/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Mitsubishi Mirage$93/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Mazda Mazda6$94/day
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Palm Springs, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Palm Springs?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Palm Springs from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($84/day), Hertz ($93/day), and Budget ($94/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Hertz (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Palm Springs.

  • What are petrol prices like in Palm Springs?

    The average price of petrol in Palm Springs is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Palm Springs. They can have you in a hire car for about $450 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Palm Springs it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 22%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Palm Springs?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Palm Springs for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Palm Springs. To save money, consider booking a Supplier choice 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 Palm Springs?

    The most popular car to hire while in Palm Springs is the Nissan Rogue, which is a Standard vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Palm Springs

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Palm Springs. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Palm Springs. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Palm Springs. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($48+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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