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Cheap Car Rentals in Texas from $52

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 Texas with a pick-up date of 3/2 and drop-off date of 14/3. 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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Texas car rentals in 2025

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

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$126

Cheapest price per day

$52

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

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

January

$66

February

$82

March

$94

April

$105

May

$93

June

$96

July

$103

August

$89

September

$82

October

$91

November

$91

December

$87

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Texas is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Texas

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Texas 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 January 2025.

Small cars

$96 - $160

All Car Types

$100 - $158

To hire a small car in Texas, you would pay an average price of $113/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Texas (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$160/day). In fact, March is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a small car saves you 10% 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 Texas small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Texas, you would pay an average price of $117/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Texas (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$134/day). In fact, January is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a medium 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 Texas medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Texas, you would pay an average price of $151/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Texas (~$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$193/day). In fact, March is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a large car is 17% 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 Texas large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Texas, you would pay an average price of $123/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Texas (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$168/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a SUV saves you 2% 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 Texas SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Texas, you would pay an average price of $144/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Texas (~$118/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$212/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a van is 14% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Texas, you would pay an average price of $95/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Texas (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$259/day). In fact, April is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a luxury car saves you 25% 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.

To hire a convertible in Texas, you would pay an average price of $107/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Texas (~$103/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$230/day). In fact, July is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, hiring a convertible saves you 15% 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 Texas convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$56/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia Picanto$65/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Texas

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Texas known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Texas. Reviews were last updated on 20 January 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Texas region, including those located within the Houston, Dallas and Austin area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
157 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
240 reviews142 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.5
Okay
280 reviews63 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Budget

6.4
Okay
552 reviews67 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Payless

6.2
Okay
217 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
188 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.6

Hertz

5.5
Fair
950 reviews73 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.6

Dollar

5.2
Fair
299 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Best Texas car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Texas. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Texas with an average daily rate of $93. Data was last updated on 20 January 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on rental cars within the Texas region, including options close to Houston, Dallas and Austin. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Toyota Camry$52/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Tesla Model 3$55/day
5
7
4
M
A/C
Tesla Model 3
Holden Barina$56/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

Car rental FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $83/day when booking a car hire in Texas. The absolute best deal a user found was for $63/day from Thrifty, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Texas?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Texas from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($62/day), Ace ($65/day), and National ($77/day).

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

    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 Texas.

  • What are petrol prices like in Texas?

    The average price of petrol in Texas is $1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $105 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Texas for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $933/week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 38% to make it a great deal in Texas. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Texas it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Texas for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 53% below the average car hire price in Texas. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Texas is on average $3,997 a month or $133 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Texas car hire.

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