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Cheap Car Rentals in Durham from $28

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Durham car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per gallon

$4.13

Average price per day

$45

Cheapest price per day

$27

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

January

$40

February

$47

March

$53

April

$59

May

$58

June

$54

July

$49

August

$48

September

$48

October

$69

November

$57

December

$58

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

There are 4 rental agencies servicing Durham. These agencies, altogether, have 9 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Durham with prices from $28 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in Durham:

Compare available car types for rental in Durham

Small Cars

$44 - $79

All Car Types

$66 - $104

To rent a Small car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $59/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Durham, the United States (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$79/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Small car saves you 33% 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 Durham Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $61/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Durham, the United States (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$81/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Medium car 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. Here are the best Durham Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $94/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a Large car in Durham, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$119/day). In fact, May is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Large car is 8% 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 Durham Large rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $75/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV car in Durham, the United States (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$100/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a SUV car 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 Durham SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $125/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Van car in Durham, the United States (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$150/day). In fact, February is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Van car is 31% 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 Durham Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury car in Durham, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$190/day). In fact, January is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Luxury car is 9% 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 rent a Convertible car in Durham, the United States, you would pay an average price of $108/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Convertible car in Durham, the United States (~$29/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$184/day). In fact, February is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Convertible rental for Durham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Durham, renting a Convertible car is 20% 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.

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Suzuki SX4$30/day
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Top rental agencies in Durham

Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Durham, including Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Durham, including Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Avis

7.9
Good
12 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Budget

7.5
Good
7 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
14 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Hertz

7.0
Good
7 reviews•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Best Durham car rental deals found

Check out some of the best deals for car rentals in Durham recently found.
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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Durham?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $45/day when booking a rental car in Durham. The best deal a user found was for $27/day from E-Z Rent-A-Car, booked on Jul. 28.

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Durham?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (7.9 rating), Budget (7.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Durham.

What are gas prices like in Durham?

The average gas price in Durham is $4.13/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $49 and $71 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Durham for a week from Hertz?

Hertz is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental in Durham. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $275 per week.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Durham for the best price?

Renting your favorite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 84% in Durham - we recommend booking at least 84days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month in Durham?

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

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

Prices can be as low as $1,177 if you consider booking with E-Z Rent-A-Car. That price represents savings of 49% compared to the Durham average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Durham is on average $1,177 ($39/day).

How much is a car rental in Durham for a weekend?

The average price for a weekend car rental in Durham is $54. Renting a Compact is your cheapest option if you’ve looking to save money on your weekend car rental in Durham. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found rental cars in Durham for as low as $50/day.

What car do most people rent in Durham?

The majority of Cheapflights travelers prefer to rent a Standard (Class Commercial Truck) in Durham, making it the most popular option.

Small car rentals in Durham

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Luxury car rentals in Durham

Arrive in style when you rent a luxury car in Durham from the best rental car providers in the country.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Durham by selecting one of these great deals available. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.

Van rentals in Durham

Some people need a little more room to get around comfortably on vacation. Find deals like the ones below for Durham van rentals.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Durham we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van rental that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.

Car type options available for Durham

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