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Houston car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Houston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

HK$6.99

Average price per day

HK$311

Cheapest price per day

HK$295

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 24 April 2025.

January

HK$287

February

HK$287

March

HK$356

April

HK$364

May

HK$387

June

HK$411

July

HK$442

August

HK$387

September

HK$356

October

HK$387

November

HK$395

December

HK$380

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

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 24 April 2025.

Small cars

HK$260 - HK$796

All Car Types

HK$300 - HK$926

To hire a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$358/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Houston, the United States (~HK$260/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~HK$796/day). In fact, December is about 28% 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 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.

To hire a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$286/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Houston, the United States (~HK$256/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$839/day). In fact, November is about 11% 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 38% 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 Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$345/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Houston, the United States (~HK$287/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$650/day). In fact, November is about 18% 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 25% 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 rental agencies in Houston

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Houston, including Budget, Hertz and Sixt in Houston. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

7.0
Good
128 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Hertz

5.7
Fair
229 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Sixt

7.7
Good
81 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
60 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.2

Avis

6.8
Okay
56 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.4

Dollar

4.6
Mediocre
32 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.9

Thrifty

4.3
Mediocre
35 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.5

National

6.3
Okay
15 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$311/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$295/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 20.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.3 rating), Sixt (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 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 HK$6.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$314 and HK$454 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Houston. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about HK$2,177 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 39% 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?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Houston it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Houston can be found for about HK$9,329, with the average price for a rental being around HK$311 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 5% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Houston.

  • What car do most people hire in Houston?

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

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