Michigan

Cheap Car Rentals in Michigan from $88

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Michigan with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Detroit, MI, United States
5 May — 12 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Detroit, MI, United States
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

Michigan car rentals in 2024

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

Most common car type

Standard
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Michigan?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Michigan 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 April 2024.

January

$94

February

$94

March

$106

April

$106

May

$106

June

$114

July

$127

August

$127

September

$106

October

$104

November

$104

December

$94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Michigan 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.

Popular car types in Michigan

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Michigan and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Michigan this past week from 15,448 hire locations out of 307 hire agencies. Prices for a Michigan small car hire start from $88/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

$131+

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Compact

Compact

$122+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$133+

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Standard

Standard

$144+

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Full-size

Full-size

$146+

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People mover

People mover

$206+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$135+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

$167+

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Compare available car types for rental in Michigan

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Michigan 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 April 2024.

Small cars

$63 - $170

All Car Types

$69 - $170

To hire a small car in Michigan, you would pay an average price of $72/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Michigan (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$170/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Michigan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Michigan, hiring a small car saves you 8% 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 Michigan small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Michigan, you would pay an average price of $56/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Michigan (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$176/day). In fact, March is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Michigan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Michigan, hiring a SUV saves you 30% 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 Michigan SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20$88/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 04/27/24
Suzuki Swift$114/day
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Suzuki Swift
Found 04/27/24

Top rental agencies in Michigan

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Michigan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Michigan. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2024.

Dollar

6.8
Okay
169 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
107 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Budget

5.7
Fair
241 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Payless

5.7
Fair
135 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
96 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
48 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Hertz

6.6
Okay
54 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.4

Avis

5.6
Fair
39 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Best Michigan car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Michigan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Michigan with an average daily rate of $130. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Hyundai i20$88/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 04/27/24
Hyundai Ioniq$92/day
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Hyundai Ioniq
Found 04/27/24
Mitsubishi Outlander$112/day
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Mitsubishi Outlander
Found 04/27/24

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Michigan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Michigan from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($88/day), Thrifty ($88/day), and Alamo ($145/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Michigan.

  • What are petrol prices like in Michigan?

    The average price of petrol in Michigan is $1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Michigan for a week from Avis?

    Avis offers hire cars in Michigan for about $901 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 25%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Michigan.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Michigan.

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