Cheapflights insights for Shanghai car rentals
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 rental car in Shanghai 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$297/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 547% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Shanghai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental 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 rent a car in Shanghai?
At Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$305. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging HK$453 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Shanghai, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$305. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging HK$453 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
HK$305
February
HK$305
March
HK$312
April
HK$445
May
HK$445
June
HK$453
July
HK$445
August
HK$336
September
HK$320
October
HK$305
November
HK$312
December
HK$305
What car do most people rent in Shanghai?
Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Shanghai. Premium cars (Class Premium Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Class Premium SUV 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 rental agencies in Shanghai, China
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Shanghai, China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Shanghai, China. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Europcar
Hertz
Overview
Cleanliness
Comfort
Overall
Pick-up/drop-off
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Avis
Ehi
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Shanghai, China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Shanghai?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Shanghai it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.