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Cheap Car Hire in Palm Springs from $106

Palm Springs, CA, United States
12 Dec — 19 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Palm Springs, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Palm Springs?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Palm Springs and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

January

$93

February

$106

March

$109

April

$100

May

$90

June

$97

July

$101

August

$95

September

$92

October

$85

November

$88

December

$103

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palm Springs is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Palm Springs

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Palm Springs and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Palm Springs. These agencies, altogether, have 18 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Palm Springs with prices from $106 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Palm Springs:

Compare available car types for rental in Palm Springs

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Palm Springs to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

Small cars

$63 - $149

All Car Types

$68 - $214

To hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $71/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$149/day). In fact, June is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a small car saves you 45% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Palm Springs small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $76/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$249/day). In fact, October is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a medium car saves you 40% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Palm Springs medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$281/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a large car saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Palm Springs large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$128/day
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Kia Picanto$130/day
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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 5 December 2023.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Palm Springs, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Palm Springs, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget.

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
150 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
109 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Budget

6.7
Okay
181 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.0

Avis

6.1
Okay
136 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.4

Hertz

7.9
Good
93 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.6
Good
62 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Thrifty

7.4
Good
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Best Palm Springs car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Palm Springs. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Palm Springs with an average daily rate of $163. Data was last updated on 5 December 2023.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Palm Springs area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.

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 5 December 2023.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Palm Springs?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Palm Springs from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($102/day), Alamo ($164/day), and Thrifty ($171/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Palm Springs?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Hertz (7.8 rating) and Thrifty (7.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Palm Springs.

What are petrol prices like in Palm Springs?

The average price of petrol in Palm Springs is $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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 $2,757 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Palm Springs for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Palm Springs it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 24%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 65 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

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

How much is a car hire in Palm Springs for a weekend?

$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Palm Springs. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

What car do most people hire in Palm Springs?

The most popular car to hire while in Palm Springs is the Ford Transit, which is a Standard vehicle.

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