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How far in advance should I hire a car in Palm Springs?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Palm Springs, book about 81 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $86, which is about 46% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Palm Springs?

Looking to hire a car in Palm Springs? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $24.59/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $28.82/day.

What is the best car rental company in Palm Springs?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Palm Springs is Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 146 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.6/10 with 47 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
6.2
Hertz
Hertz
7.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Avis
Avis
6.4

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Palm Springs?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Palm Springs is April, when you can expect to pay $89/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Palm Springs is February ($110/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

$94

February

$110

March

$106

April

$89

May

$92

June

$94

July

$101

August

$104

September

$91

October

$104

November

$104

December

$104

What car do most people hire in Palm Springs?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Palm Springs. Intermediate cars (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Palm Springs?

Both Avis and Movly have 2 locations in Palm Springs, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Palm Springs

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Palm Springs known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Palm Springs. Reviews were last updated on 17 July 2026.

Budget

6.2
Okay
146 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
47 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
62 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

Avis

6.4
Okay
98 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.6

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
29 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
11 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Sixt

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Palm Springs, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2026.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Palm Springs. They can have you in a hire car for about $998 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Palm Springs?

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

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