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Cheap Car Rentals in Texas from $49

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 15/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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 2024

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 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$86

Cheapest price per day

$49

Texas car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Texas, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 423 pickup locations in Texas to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Price

$60 - $103

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 21 November 2024.

January

$62

February

$78

March

$90

April

$100

May

$88

June

$91

July

$98

August

$86

September

$78

October

$86

November

$83

December

$73

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 21 November 2024.

Small cars

$89 - $160

All Car Types

$107 - $140

To hire a small car in Texas, you would pay an average price of $112/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Texas (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$160/day). In fact, March is about 22% 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 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 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 $111/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Texas (~$101/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$134/day). In fact, November is about 10% 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 8% 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 $140/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Texas (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$173/day). In fact, March is about 19% 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 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. 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 $118/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Texas (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$139/day). In fact, May is about 17% 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 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 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 $135/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a van in Texas (~$121/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$205/day). In fact, July is about 11% 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 11% 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 $88/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Texas (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$204/day). In fact, May is about 10% 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 28% 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 $84/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Texas (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$218/day). In fact, July is about 15% 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 31% 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.

Kia Picanto$56/day
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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$81/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 21 November 2024.
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

8.7
Very Good
176 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
264 reviews147 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Sixt

7.0
Good
255 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Budget

6.5
Okay
578 reviews72 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Avis

6.5
Okay
311 reviews70 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.4

Payless

6.3
Okay
234 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.5

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
211 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Hertz

5.5
Fair
998 reviews80 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.6

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 $112. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
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.
Hyundai Accent$49/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Kia Picanto$56/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Passat$56/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Texas, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Texas?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $106/day when booking a car hire in Texas. The absolute best deal a user found was for $52/day from Dollar, booked on Nov. 17.

  • 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: Dollar ($81/day), Easirent ($87/day), and Alamo ($104/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 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 $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Texas for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $605/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 39% 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 Dollar can potentially be 44% below the average car hire price in Texas. Check prices and availability for Dollar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Texas is on average $2,595 a month or $86 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Texas car hire.

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