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Cheap Car Rentals in Louisville from $126

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 Louisville with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. 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.
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Louisville car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Louisville. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 May 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.97

Average price per day

$96

Cheapest price per day

$126

Popular car types in Louisville

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Louisville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 May 2026.

At $126/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Louisville in the past week. Out of 13 car hire agencies operating in Louisville, there are, in total, 41 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Best car rental deals found in Louisville

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Louisville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Louisville with an average daily rate of $144. Data was last updated on 10 May 2026.
Kia Picanto$126/day
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M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Mercedes-Benz EQA$128/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Kia Niro$130/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Niro

Cheapflights insights for Louisville car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Louisville, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $90/day – about 50% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Louisville?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Louisville is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 52 reviews). Budget (rated 5.5/10 with 80 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Louisville, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $84. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $124 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 Louisville, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $84. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $124 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$84

February

$89

March

$104

April

$106

May

$107

June

$117

July

$124

August

$99

September

$97

October

$104

November

$89

December

$90

Which car hire company has the most locations in Louisville?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Louisville at 5.

Top rental agencies in Louisville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Louisville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Louisville. Reviews were last updated on 10 May 2026.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
52 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Budget

5.5
Fair
80 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.0
Fair
30 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.6

National

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.9

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
16 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Payless

6.2
Okay
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.7

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Louisville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Louisville?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire in Louisville. The absolute best deal a user found was for $81/day from Dollar, booked on May 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Louisville for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Louisville, offering car hire for around $839 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Louisville check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Louisville can be found for about $3,594, with the average price for a rental being around $120 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 47% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Louisville.

  • How much is a car hire in Louisville for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Louisville, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Louisville in June, prices are $0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Louisville

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Louisville. Deals were last updated on 10 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Louisville. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

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