Indianapolis

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Cheapflights insights for Indianapolis car rentals

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Indianapolis, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $88, which is about 48% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Indianapolis?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Indianapolis is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10 with 44 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.5/10 with 45 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Indianapolis, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $120 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 Indianapolis, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $120 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$76

February

$81

March

$95

April

$95

May

$120

June

$107

July

$120

August

$107

September

$98

October

$105

November

$102

December

$102

What car do most people hire in Indianapolis?

SUV cars (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in Indianapolis. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Indianapolis.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Indianapolis?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 19 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Indianapolis at 9.

Top rental agencies in Indianapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Indianapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Indianapolis. Reviews were last updated on 2 September 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
44 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Hertz

6.5
Okay
45 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.2

Budget

5.8
Fair
58 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.3
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Thrifty

6.9
Okay
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Sixt

6.4
Okay
25 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Indianapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Indianapolis for a week from National?

    From National you can hire a car in Indianapolis from about $675 per week on average.

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

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

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