Cheap Car Rentals in Minneapolis from $36
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Minneapolis with a pick-up date of 10/10 and drop-off date of 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Minneapolis car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Minneapolis. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on September 30, 2026.
Most popular company | ACE |
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Price of gas per gallon | $4.81 |
Average price per day | $59 |
Cheapest price per day | $36 |
Best car rental deals found in Minneapolis
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Minneapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Minneapolis with an average daily rate of $45. Data was last updated on September 30, 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Minneapolis car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Minneapolis, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Minneapolis?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Minneapolis, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $57, which is about 5% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Minneapolis?
Budget is currently the cheapest rental car company in Minneapolis with deals as low as $35.79/day found in the past two weeks. Turo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $39.67/day.
What is the best car rental company in Minneapolis?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Minneapolis is Ace (rated 8.9/10 with 65 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.7/10 with 37 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Minneapolis?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Minneapolis is January where you can expect to pay $47/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Minneapolis is July ($83/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
$47
February
$52
March
$57
April
$53
May
$57
June
$80
July
$83
August
$69
September
$56
October
$54
November
$53
December
$57
What car do most people rent in Minneapolis?
SUV rentals (Chevrolet Equinox, for example) are the most popular in Minneapolis. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra) and Full-size (Toyota Camry) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Minneapolis.
Which car rental company has the most locations in Minneapolis?
Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second highest number of locations in Minneapolis at 1.
Tips for renting a car in Minneapolis
Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Minneapolis including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on September 30, 2026.
- Driving a rental car is a fantastic way to see Minneapolis, a city bisected by the Mississippi River on the eastern edge of Minnesota. Whether you are in Minneapolis to visit someone at the University of Minnesota, attend business meetings, or enjoy outdoor recreation, a rental car can get you there faster and more conveniently than public transportation. And in a Minneapolis rental car, you can see the sites such as the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Mill Ruins Park, the Wabasha Street Caves, the Bell Museum, and the Harriet Alexander Nature Center. You can drive a Minneapolis car rental beyond city limits southwest to Chicago, northeast to the Michigan Upper Peninsula, or southwest to Sioux Falls.
- Minnesota winters tend to last from November through April, and Minneapolis tends to get about 51 inches of snow a year, compared to the national average of 28 inches a year. Therefore, if you rent a car in Minneapolis in the winter, be prepared to drive in a lot of snow. Make sure you clear your vehicle of all ice and snow before you attempt to drive it. If the windows are iced or fogged up, make sure the defroster clears them completely before you drive the car. Access local news reports and stick to the plowed roads. If it starts snowing so hard while you are driving your Minneapolis rental car that it becomes a whiteout and visibility is impaired, pull over until the worst of the intense snowfall lets up.
- Located about a 20-minute drive southeast of downtown Minneapolis, the Minneapolis - St Paul International Airport (MSP) makes an easy and convenient location for securing a Minneapolis car rental. All rental car agencies at MSP are located in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. In Terminal 1, the rental agency counters are on the ground level of the Silver Parking Ramp, which you can reach via an underground tram. At Terminal 2, the rental agency counters are on the ground level of the Purple Ramp in the Ground Transportation Center. The Purple Ramp is right across from the terminal building. You can return your rental car to either terminal.
Top rental agencies in Minneapolis
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Minneapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Minneapolis. Reviews were last updated on September 30, 2026.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Minneapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 30, 2026.
What should I know about driving in Minneapolis?
Most of the streets in the city of Minneapolis are plotted on a grid and many of them are numbered, which makes navigation easier. The rush hour of the Twin Cities, meaning Minneapolis and nearby St. Paul, tends to be particularly long, from 6 am to 9 am and then from 3:30 pm to 6 pm. Consider adding on a GPS navigation device in order to help you navigate around traffic congestion. In Minneapolis and everywhere in Minnesota, it is illegal to be holding your phone while you are driving. You are not even allowed to call, text, or use the internet at a red light.
Can I drive my Minneapolis car rental north into Canada?
Before you drive your Minneapolis car rental into Canada, first obtain permission from the car rental agency when you make your reservation. It is important to let the car rental agency know in advance that you will be taking the car into Canada so that they can have all the paperwork and insurance prepared for you. However, most agencies prohibit luxury and specialty car from leaving the US. When you cross the border, Canadian officials will ask to see your US driver's license, your US passport, and a Canadian Non-Resident Insurance Card, which you must get from the car rental company.
Should I include add-ons when I make my rental car reservation?
Yes. You should always mention what add-ons you want when you are making your reservation with a rental car agency. If you wait until you arrive at the counter to mention an add-on, the agency might not have the add-on available for you at that time. For instance, according to Minnesota law, any child seven years old and younger or shorter than 57 inches must be in a child safety seat appropriate for their size while riding in the vehicle. So, if you need a child safety seat, you need to reserve the correct size - infant, child, or booster.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Minneapolis?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $59/day when booking a rental car in Minneapolis. The best deal a user found was for $20/day from NextCar, booked on Sep. 26.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Minneapolis for a week from Ace?
Ace is one of the most popular car rental companies in Minneapolis, offering car rentals for around $412 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Minneapolis?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Minneapolis for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Minneapolis for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Minneapolis can be found for about $1,766, with the average price for a rental being around $59 a day. Book with NextCar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 85% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Minneapolis.
How much is a car rental in Minneapolis for a weekend?
$60 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Minneapolis. To save money, consider booking a Compact car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in October, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $52 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Minneapolis. Deals were last updated on September 30, 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Minneapolis. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($37+).
Electric
$38+
Gas/Diesel
$48+
Hybrid
$37+