Houston

Cheap Car Hire in Houston from £23

Houston, TX, United States
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Houston, TX, United States
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Houston car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Houston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£0.79

Average price per day

£51

Cheapest price per day

£23

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Houston 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 28 March 2024.

January

£29

February

£36

March

£42

April

£43

May

£38

June

£38

July

£40

August

£38

September

£38

October

£41

November

£38

December

£34

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Houston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

At £23/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Houston in the past week. Out of 32 car hire agencies operating in Houston, there are, in total, 177 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Houston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Houston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

£37 - £50

All Car Types

£47 - £61

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £42/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£50/day). In fact, February is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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 Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £50/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£59/day). In fact, December is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 Houston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £62/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Houston, the United States (~£56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£68/day). In fact, January is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring 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 Houston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £53/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~£47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£65/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a SUV saves you 0% 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 Houston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £79/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Houston, the United States (~£60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£139/day). In fact, February is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a van is 33% 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 hire a pickup truck in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £50/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Houston, the United States (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£67/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a pickup truck saves you 6% 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 luxury car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £57/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Houston, the United States (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£90/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a luxury car is 7% 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 Houston luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £74/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Houston, the United States (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£93/day). In fact, January is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Houston, hiring a convertible is 28% 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.

Volkswagen Golf£28/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Mini Hatch£34/day
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Mini Hatch

Top hire agencies in Houston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Houston, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget in Houston. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
236 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
219 reviews47 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Budget

7.1
Good
208 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Hertz

5.9
Fair
380 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.2
Fair
354 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.3

Thrifty

5.0
Fair
241 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.0

Avis

7.0
Good
98 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

National

6.5
Okay
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.2

Best Houston car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Houston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Houston with an average daily rate of £31. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Peruse the best Houston car hire deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Kia Niro£23/day
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Kia Niro
Vauxhall Astra£26/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Kia Sportage£27/day
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A/C
Kia Sportage

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Houston?

    When you apply for your cheap car hire in Houston, you will need a few documents with you in order to start the paperwork. To get started with your car hire in Houston, you will need your passport and driver's licence. If your driver's licence is not written in English, you will need to get an official transcript from your home country or you will need an international driver's permit before any company will allow you to hire cars in Houston. You will need to be 21 for most Houston car hire agencies to accept you; if you are under 25, you will be charged an additional fee for young drivers.

  • What are the rules for driving in Houston?

    If you are using hired cars in Houston, it is important to know the rules of the road. In the US, you will drive on the right side of the road and pass other cars by using the left lane, and there is a maximum blood alcohol content of 0.08%. The speed limit on motorways and in cities is 75 mph; in towns, it is about 37-50 mph; and the speed limit around schools and in residential areas is 25 mph. When in a moving vehicle, all occupants must wear seatbelts, and there must be an equal number of seatbelts for all passengers in the vehicle; if you are riding a motorcycle, everyone on the bike must wear a helmet during the journey.

  • What type of car is suggested for driving in Houston?

    Since Houston is a very large city, we recommend that you hire a smaller car, which will make parking and getting around the city easier. If you are planning to leave Houston and explore more of the United States, it would be best to hire a larger vehicle to travel comfortably, and if you have your family or friends with you, it may be best to hire a van, for more seating options.

  • Where are the best places to park in Houston?

    If you are staying at a hotel or other accommodation, it will be almost certain that you can park your car on the property. If this is not possible, there should always be roadside parking on the street where you will be staying. Although it is not optimal, it will also be possible to park in a car park which you will have to pay for.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £51/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for £30/day from Turo, booked on Mar. 24.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Houston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Houston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo (£26/day), Getaround (£28/day), and Budget (£34/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Houston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.6 rating), Right Cars (8.0 rating) and Sixt (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Houston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Houston?

    The average price of petrol in Houston is £0.79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £35 and £51 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Budget?

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Houston. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £331 per week.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 41% on a hire car in Houston. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Houston check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Houston can be found for £1,421. You can find car hire deals to be on average £47 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Houston for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Houston, you can expect the average price to be around £58. Usually a Intermediate hire in Houston is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate for April, it will cost approximately £58 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Houston?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) in Houston, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Houston

Find small car hire deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Houston cost an average of £47 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Hyundai i10£27/day
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Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£38/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£41/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car hires in Houston

Find luxury car hire deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Houston cost an average of £49 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Houston by selecting one these great deals we've found. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car hire for you and your fellow passengers.
Audi A6£36/day
5
4
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Audi A6
Audi A6£36/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A6
Audi A6£37/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A6

People carrier hires in Houston

Find people carrier hire deals in Houston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Houston cost an average of £52 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on people carrier hires in the Houston area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Citroen Berlingo£48/day
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Citroen Berlingo
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£50/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Ford Galaxy£51/day
5
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A/C
Ford Galaxy

Car hires by fuel type in Houston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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