North America

Cheap Car Rentals in North America from $5

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 North America with a pick-up date of 1/9 and drop-off date of 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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North America car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in North America. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 12, 2024.

Most popular company

NU Car

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$52

Cheapest price per day

$5

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in North America?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across North America, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 12, 2024.

Price

$5 - $28

Out of all the popular cities in North America, Cancún is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $5/day. Renting a car in Cancún is 82% cheaper than renting one in Denver where the per day rate is around $28. Other fairly inexpensive cities in North America to get a rental car in are: Fort Lauderdale ($6/day), Miami ($7/day), and Mexico City ($7/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Orlando should expect to spend around $14/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in North America is Orlando.

Compare available car types for rental in North America

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in North America to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 12, 2024.

Small cars

$22 - $47

All Car Types

$32 - $55

To rent a small car in North America, you would pay an average price of $32/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in North America (~$22/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$47/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a small car saves you 24% 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 North America small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in North America, you would pay an average price of $34/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in North America (~$24/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$42/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a medium car saves you 20% 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 North America medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in North America, you would pay an average price of $48/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in North America (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$72/day). In fact, September is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a large car is 13% 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 North America large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in North America, you would pay an average price of $40/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in North America (~$28/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$49/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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 North America SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in North America, you would pay an average price of $72/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in North America (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$93/day). In fact, January is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a van is 42% 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 North America van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in North America, you would pay an average price of $65/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in North America (~$30/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$103/day). In fact, September is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a pickup truck is 37% 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 North America pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in North America, you would pay an average price of $75/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in North America (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$86/day). In fact, September is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a luxury car is 45% 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 North America luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in North America, you would pay an average price of $87/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in North America (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$95/day). In fact, June is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for North America. When comparing with other car types available for rental in North America, renting a convertible is 52% 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 North America convertible rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SX4$5/day
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Hyundai Accent$6/day
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Hyundai Accent$8/day
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Best North America car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in North America. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on December 12, 2024.
Suzuki SX4$5/day
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Hyundai Accent$6/day
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Nissan Sentra$7/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in North America, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 12, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in North America?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $73/day when booking a rental car in North America. The best deal a user found was for $25/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 8.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in North America?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in North America from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($33/day), Ace ($34/day), and Thrifty ($36/day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in North America for a week from Hertz?

    Renting a car in North America for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $432/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in North America for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting the vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 34% on your car rental. For a below average price in North America, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North America?

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

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

    Dollar currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 76% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in North America. Typically, a monthly car rental in North America can be found for $1,852. You can find car rental deals to be on average $62 a day.

Car rentals by fuel type in North America

Browse car rentals by fuel type in North America. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in North America. Deals were last updated on December 12, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in North America. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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