Cheapflights insights for Portland car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Portland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Portland?
To get the best deal on car hire in Portland, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £49, which is about 25% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Portland?
Looking to hire a car in Portland? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £31.71/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £33.28/day.
What is the best car rental company in Portland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Portland is Budget (rated 8.2/10 with 48 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 37 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Portland?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Portland is March, when you can expect to pay £32/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Portland is July (£78/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.
January
£33
February
£34
March
£32
April
£41
May
£47
June
£60
July
£78
August
£75
September
£52
October
£57
November
£37
December
£39
Which car hire company has the most locations in Portland?
Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Portland at 2.
Top hire agencies in Portland, ME
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Portland, ME known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Portland, ME. Reviews were last updated on 14 October 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portland, ME, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Portland for a week from Avis?
Avis is one of the top picks in Portland. They can have you in a hire car for about £259 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Portland?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Portland it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.