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India car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Most common car type

Standard

Cheapflights insights for India car rentals

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

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

Planning to hire a car in India? August is the cheapest month, costing about $90 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $133. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$107

February

$109

March

$121

April

$123

May

$133

June

$117

July

$93

August

$90

September

$109

October

$109

November

$95

December

$100

What car do most people hire in India?

Standard cars (Class Standard Car, for example) are the most popular in India. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Intermediate (Toyota Camry) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting India.

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.

Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car hire agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2026.

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
3 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2.0
Poor
1 review21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

18 locations

IndeCab

7 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

1First Car Rental

9 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in India?

    When hiring a car in India, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Avis, and with prices around $117/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as $117/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in India?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in India.

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