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Cheap Car Rentals in Hilo from $87
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Hilo with a pick-up date of 4/9 and drop-off date of 7/9. 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.
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Popular car types in Hilo
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hilo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Hilo this past week from 19 hire locations out of 14 hire agencies. Prices for a Hilo small car hire start from $87/day. Check out available deals for 7 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$73+
Compact
$72+
Intermediate
$87+
Standard
$127+
Full-size
$129+
People mover
$151+
Full-size SUV
$178+
Convertible
$136+
Compare car rental deals in Hilo by type
Here are the best Hilo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Hilo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Hilo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia Picanto$87/day
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Toyota Prius c$104/day
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Best car rental deals found in Hilo
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hilo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hilo with an average daily rate of $135. Data was last updated on 25 August 2025.
Kia Picanto$87/day
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Toyota RAV4$95/day
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Hyundai i20$104/day
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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 20 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $90, which is about 34% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Hilo?
Looking to hire a car in Hilo? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $85.46/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $114.63/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 3 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
National
10.0
Thrifty
9.0
Alamo
9.0
Payless
9.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hilo?
Planning to hire a car in Hilo? November is the cheapest month, costing about $82 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $155. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$113
February
$140
March
$131
April
$130
May
$97
June
$102
July
$142
August
$104
September
$84
October
$99
November
$82
December
$155
What car do most people hire in Hilo?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Hilo are the following: Intermediate cars (Nissan Rogue or similar), SUV cars (Nissan Rogue or similar), and Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Hilo?
In Hilo, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
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 25 August 2025.
National
3 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
9.3
Thrifty
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.9
Value
8.7
Alamo
11 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.1
Value
7.7
Payless
6 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
8.8
Hertz
21 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.3
Budget
14 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.9
Dollar
23 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.1
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 25 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilo for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Hilo for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,610/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 is a car hire in Hilo for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Hilo. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in September, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.