Cheapflights insights for Nantucket car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nantucket, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nantucket?
Book your rental car in Nantucket 78 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $129/day on average when booked 78 days ahead, which saves you 12% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Nantucket?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nantucket is Hertz (rated 4.5/10 with 7 reviews). Budget (rated 0.0/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nantucket?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Nantucket is February, when you can expect to pay $122/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nantucket is August ($334/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$154
February
$122
March
$146
April
$146
May
$175
June
$271
July
$317
August
$334
September
$171
October
$156
November
$161
December
$175
What car do most people hire in Nantucket?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Nantucket. Full-size cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nantucket?
Both Budget and Hertz have 3 locations in Nantucket, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Nantucket
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nantucket known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 4 car hire companies in Nantucket. Reviews were last updated on 30 August 2025.
Hertz
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Avis
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nantucket, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nantucket?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Nantucket however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.