Cheapflights insights for Shanghai car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Shanghai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Shanghai?
Book your car hire in Shanghai 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £28/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 39% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Shanghai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Shanghai is Europcar (rated 5.3/10). Hertz (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Shanghai?
At Shanghai, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £28. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging £42 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Shanghai, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £28. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging £42 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£28
February
£28
March
£29
April
£42
May
£42
June
£42
July
£34
August
£28
September
£29
October
£30
November
£29
December
£28
What car do most people hire in Shanghai?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Shanghai are the following: Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar), SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), and Premium cars (Class Premium Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Shanghai?
Hertz has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Shanghai at 9.
Top hire agencies in Shanghai, China
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Shanghai, China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Shanghai, China. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Shanghai, including Europcar, Hertz and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Shanghai, including Europcar, Hertz and Avis.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Shanghai, China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Shanghai?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Shanghai for a month is certainly possible.