Palm Springs

Cheap Car Hire in Palm Springs from $67

Palm Springs, CA, United States
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Palm Springs, CA, United States
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Palm Springs car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Palm Springs. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.73

Average price per day

$91

Cheapest price per day

$67

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 19 April 2024.

January

$82

February

$87

March

$103

April

$96

May

$91

June

$99

July

$104

August

$99

September

$94

October

$91

November

$92

December

$94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palm Springs is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 19 April 2024.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Palm Springs. These agencies, altogether, have 18 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Palm Springs with prices from $67 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Palm Springs:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

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 19 April 2024.

Small cars

$57 - $171

All Car Types

$70 - $309

To hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $68/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$171/day). In fact, March is about 17% 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 47% 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 $64/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Palm Springs, the United States (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$172/day). In fact, March is about 27% 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 49% 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 SUV in Palm Springs, the United States, you would pay an average price of $60/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Palm Springs, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$171/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Palm Springs. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Palm Springs, hiring a SUV saves you 52% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20$67/day
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Hyundai i20
Toyota Yaris$75/day
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Toyota Yaris

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 19 April 2024.
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

8.3
Very Good
151 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
122 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Budget

6.7
Okay
202 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.1

Avis

6.2
Okay
141 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Hertz

7.9
Good
98 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.8
Good
62 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.5
Good
38 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.8

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 $98. Data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
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.
Hyundai i20$67/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Yaris$75/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Mazda Mazda6$80/day
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda6

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 19 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Palm Springs?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $91/day when booking a car hire in Palm Springs. The absolute best deal a user found was for $85/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 14.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Hertz (7.8 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 $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Palm Springs. They can have you in a hire car for about $639 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 23%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 27 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 does it cost to rent a car in Palm Springs for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Palm Springs can be found for about $2,737, with the average price for a rental being around $91 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 6% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Palm Springs.

  • 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 Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, 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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