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Hilo car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hilo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 July 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.93

Average price per day

$80

Cheapest price per day

$55
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Cheapflights insights for Hilo car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Hilo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Hilo?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Hilo, book about 81 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $98, which is about 36% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Hilo?

Looking to hire a car in Hilo? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $38.96/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $41.93/day.

What is the best car rental company in Hilo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Hilo is National (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
9.0
Payless
Payless
8.8
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.8

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hilo?

Planning to hire a car in Hilo? September is the cheapest month, costing about $84 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $149. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$120

February

$149

March

$124

April

$120

May

$115

June

$139

July

$144

August

$103

September

$84

October

$108

November

$113

December

$149

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Top rental agencies in Hilo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hilo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hilo. Reviews were last updated on 23 July 2026.

National

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.2

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Payless

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.8

Hertz

8.6
Very Good
16 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

7.9

Budget

7.7
Good
12 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Dollar

7.4
Good
19 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hilo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hilo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $80/day when booking a car hire in Hilo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $55/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilo for a week from Dollar?

    Hiring a car in Hilo for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $513/week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Hilo for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Hilo for a month is $2,198. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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