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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hilo 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 18 October 2024.

January

£40

February

£50

March

£51

April

£50

May

£43

June

£48

July

£52

August

£44

September

£36

October

£43

November

£40

December

£57

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hilo is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 hire in Hilo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hilo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 October 2024.

Small cars

£34 - £64

All Car Types

£35 - £59

To hire a small car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of £38/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hilo, the United States (~£34/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£64/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a small car saves you 14% 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 medium car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of £44/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hilo, the United States (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£62/day). In fact, July is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a medium car 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.

To hire a large car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of £22/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hilo, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£79/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a large car saves you 49% 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 SUV in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of £35/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hilo, the United States (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£56/day). In fact, December is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilo, hiring a SUV saves you 23% 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.

Top hire agencies in Hilo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hilo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hilo. Reviews were last updated on 18 October 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Hilo, such as National, Alamo and Payless. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

National

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.2

Payless

9.0
Wonderful
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.9

Hertz

8.7
Very Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.7
Very Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.7

Budget

8.0
Very Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.5
Good
25 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hilo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 October 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Hilo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (9.2 rating) and Payless (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hilo.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hilo?

    The average price of petrol in Hilo is £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilo for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Hilo for about £245 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Hilo for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 36% on your car hire. For a below average price in Hilo, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 50 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Hilo?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Hilo for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Hilo?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Hilo is Standard (Honda Accord) based on our Cheapflights data.

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