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Cheap Car Rentals in Salt Lake City from $53

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 Salt Lake City with a pick-up date of 21/3 and drop-off date of 23/3. 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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Salt Lake City car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Salt Lake City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.58

Average price per day

$181

Cheapest price per day

$53

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Salt Lake City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Salt Lake City 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 20 February 2025.

January

$92

February

$105

March

$99

April

$75

May

$84

June

$99

July

$110

August

$101

September

$91

October

$82

November

$68

December

$106

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Salt Lake City is November. 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 Salt Lake City

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Salt Lake City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

At $53/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Salt Lake City in the past week. Out of 36 car hire agencies operating in Salt Lake City, there are, in total, 53 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Salt Lake City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Salt Lake City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Small cars

$72 - $157

All Car Types

$78 - $155

To hire a small car in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $109/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Salt Lake City, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$157/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, hiring a small 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 Salt Lake City small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $111/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Salt Lake City, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$189/day). In fact, November is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 Salt Lake City medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $125/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Salt Lake City, the United States (~$115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$219/day). In fact, April is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, hiring a large car is 6% 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 Salt Lake City large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Salt Lake City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $114/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Salt Lake City, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$183/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Salt Lake City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Salt Lake City, hiring a SUV saves you 4% 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 Salt Lake City SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$53/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Mitsubishi Mirage$136/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Top rental agencies in Salt Lake City

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Salt Lake City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Salt Lake City. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Salt Lake City, such as Avis, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Avis

6.4
Okay
137 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.1
Okay
112 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
75 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
54 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.4

Budget

5.3
Fair
89 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.4

Dollar

5.0
Fair
62 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Ace

8.5
Very Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

8.8

Airport Van

7.3
Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.3

Best Salt Lake City car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Salt Lake City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Salt Lake City with an average daily rate of $132. Data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Salt Lake City. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris$53/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Camry$65/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Mitsubishi Outlander$98/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Salt Lake City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Salt Lake City?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $181/day when booking a car hire in Salt Lake City. The absolute best deal a user found was for $96/day from Avis, booked on Feb. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Salt Lake City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Salt Lake City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox ($65/day), Hertz ($127/day), and Sixt ($132/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Salt Lake City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Sixt (10.0 rating), Silvercar (10.0 rating) and National (9.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Salt Lake City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Salt Lake City?

    The average price of petrol in Salt Lake City is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Salt Lake City for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Salt Lake City. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,268 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Salt Lake City for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 33% on your car hire. For a below average price in Salt Lake City, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Salt Lake City?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Salt Lake City for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Salt Lake City for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Salt Lake City is $5,432 ($181/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Salt Lake City for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Salt Lake City, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Full-size hire in Salt Lake City is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Full-size for March, it will cost approximately $146 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Salt Lake City?

    The most popular car to hire while in Salt Lake City is the Buick Encore, which is a Compact vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Salt Lake City

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Salt Lake City. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Salt Lake City. Deals were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Salt Lake City. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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