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Cheap Car Rentals in United States 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 the United States with a pick-up date of 9/30 and drop-off date of 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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United States car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in United States. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on August 18, 2025.

Most popular company

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$51

Cheapest price per day

$5

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Hyundai Accent$5/day
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Hyundai Accent
Nissan Versa Note$5/day
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Nissan Versa Note
Hyundai Elantra$8/day
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Hyundai Elantra

Best car rental deals found in United States

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in United States. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in United States with an average daily rate of $20. Data was last updated on August 18, 2025.
Hyundai Accent$5/day
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Hyundai Accent
Honda Accord$5/day
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Honda Accord
Hyundai Elantra$5/day
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Hyundai Elantra

Cheapflights insights for the United States car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in the United States, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in United States?

Book your rental car in United States 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $49/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 14% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in United States?

Looking to rent a car in United States? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $13.08/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $18.36/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in United States?

The cheapest month to rent a car in United States is January where you can expect to pay $45/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in United States is July ($70/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

$45

February

$48

March

$52

April

$54

May

$57

June

$63

July

$70

August

$62

September

$53

October

$57

November

$54

December

$57

What car do most people rent in United States?

The most popular types of cars to rent in United States are the following: Compact rentals (Nissan Versa or similar), Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Standard rentals (Volkswagen Jetta or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in United States?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4,823 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in United States at 2,539.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in United States?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 11,877 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on August 18, 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in United States, Miami is the cheapest city to rent a car ($7/day). Other popular cities in United States to get a cheap rental car are: Fort Lauderdale ($7/day), Orlando ($10/day), and Tampa ($12/day).

Top rental agencies in United States

Explore the leading car rental agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on August 18, 2025.

Alamo

8.4
Very good
4018 reviews273 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
8764 reviews4823 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Sixt

7.3
Good
3653 reviews153 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.7
Okay
7347 reviews1527 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Budget

6.5
Okay
13022 reviews1485 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.1
Okay
16504 reviews2539 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.9
Fair
6761 reviews933 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Payless

5.8
Fair
2434 reviews144 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on August 18, 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in United States?

    When renting a car in United States, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Hertz, and with prices around $60/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Hertz is COMPACT, which starts as low as $13/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?

    At $39/day, it is 55% cheaper on average to rent a car in Fort Lauderdale than any other city in United States. The cheapest price found in United States was for $21/day in Fort Lauderdale.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in United States?

    Cars in United States are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in United States

Browse car rentals by fuel type in United States. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in United States. Deals were last updated on August 18, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($10+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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