New Orleans

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New Orleans car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Orleans. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 June 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$2.07

Average price per day

$62

Cheapest price per day

$54

Cheapflights insights for New Orleans car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in New Orleans?

For the best savings on car rentals in New Orleans, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $82/day – about 49% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in New Orleans?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in New Orleans is Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 30 reviews). Hertz (rated 5.7/10 with 81 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Orleans?

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Orleans is January, when you can expect to pay $80/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New Orleans is May ($108/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

$80

February

$100

March

$105

April

$107

May

$108

June

$98

July

$101

August

$93

September

$87

October

$96

November

$91

December

$91

What car do most people hire in New Orleans?

The most popular types of cars to hire in New Orleans are the following: SUV cars (Ford Expedition or similar), Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar), and Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New Orleans?

Both Avis and Ace have 4 locations in New Orleans, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in New Orleans

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Orleans known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Orleans. Reviews were last updated on 23 June 2026.

Budget

6.4
Okay
30 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.7
Fair
81 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Dollar

4.5
Mediocre
58 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

3.8

Thrifty

3.5
Poor
33 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

3.7

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

3.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Avis

4.7
Mediocre
23 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.8

Sixt

4.0
Mediocre
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

6.0

Economy Rent a Car

3.9
Poor
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.4

Value

4.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Orleans, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New Orleans?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $62/day when booking a car hire in New Orleans. The absolute best deal a user found was for $54/day from Dollar, booked on Jun. 20.

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

    Hiring a car in New Orleans for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $437/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New Orleans?

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 14% 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 New Orleans can cost you on average $1,873 a month or $62 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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