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Minneapolis car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Minneapolis. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 August 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.99

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$64
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Popular car types in Minneapolis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Minneapolis and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 August 2026.
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People mover

People mover

$126+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

$119+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$101+

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Cheapflights insights for Minneapolis car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Minneapolis, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $97/day – about 60% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Minneapolis?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in Minneapolis with deals as low as $27.27/day found in the past two weeks. Ace is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $36.37/day.

What is the best car rental company in Minneapolis?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Minneapolis is Ace (rated 8.9/10 with 68 reviews). Budget (rated 6.7/10 with 30 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Ace
Ace
8.9
Budget
Budget
6.7
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.6
Hertz
Hertz
6.2

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

At Minneapolis, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $82. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $141 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 Minneapolis, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $82. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $141 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$82

February

$88

March

$97

April

$90

May

$97

June

$136

July

$141

August

$126

September

$87

October

$97

November

$90

December

$97

What car do most people hire in Minneapolis?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Minneapolis. Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Minneapolis?

Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in Minneapolis at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Minneapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Minneapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Minneapolis. Reviews were last updated on 5 August 2026.

Ace

8.9
Very Good
68 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.8

Budget

6.7
Okay
30 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
42 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.2
Okay
35 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.9

National

1 location
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Avis

7.5
Good
12 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
5 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.1
Good
7 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minneapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Minneapolis?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in Minneapolis. The absolute best deal a user found was for $64/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 1.

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

    Dollar offers hire cars in Minneapolis for about $449 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Minneapolis can be found for about $1,925, with the average price for a rental being around $64 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 6% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Minneapolis.

Car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Minneapolis. Deals were last updated on 5 August 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Minneapolis. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($69+).

Electric

Electric

$97+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$69+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$86+

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