Minnesota

Cheap Car Rentals in Minnesota from $100

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 Minnesota with a pick-up date of 18/8 and drop-off date of 25/8. 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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Minnesota car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Minnesota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 August 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$106

Cheapest price per day

$100

Popular car types in Minnesota

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Minnesota and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 August 2025.

There are currently 17,522 hire locations operating in Minnesota spread across 356 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Minnesota is SUV at $100 a day. Below is the current available car type for hire, along with estimated starting prices:

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car rental deals in Minnesota by type

Here are the best Minnesota SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda CX-9$100/day
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Mazda CX-9

Best car rental deals found in Minnesota

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Minnesota. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Minnesota with an average daily rate of $100. Data was last updated on 13 August 2025.
Mazda CX-9$100/day
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Mazda CX-9

Cheapflights insights for Minnesota car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in Minnesota 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $99/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 68% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Minnesota?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Minnesota with deals as low as $63.53/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $66.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in Minnesota?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Minnesota is Ace (rated 9.0/10 with 67 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 35 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Minnesota, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $69. 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 Minnesota, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $69. 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

$69

February

$72

March

$88

April

$89

May

$101

June

$126

July

$141

August

$123

September

$96

October

$99

November

$91

December

$94

What car do most people hire in Minnesota?

Compact cars (Nissan Juke or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Minnesota. SUV cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Jeep Compass or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Minnesota?

Avis has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Minnesota at 10.

Top rental agencies in Minnesota

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Minnesota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Minnesota. Reviews were last updated on 13 August 2025.

Ace

9.0
Wonderful
67 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.9

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
35 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.4

Avis

7.3
Good
32 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.2
Good
48 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.6

Budget

6.9
Okay
86 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.0
Okay
80 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
68 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

National

8.6
Very Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minnesota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Minnesota?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $106/day when booking a car hire in Minnesota. The absolute best deal a user found was for $87/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 10.

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

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Minnesota, offering car hire for around $922 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Minnesota however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    You can potentially save up to 52% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Minnesota can cost you on average $3,950 a month or $132 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car rentals by fuel type in Minnesota

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Minnesota. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Minnesota. Deals were last updated on 13 August 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Minnesota. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($55+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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