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Raleigh car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Raleigh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 July 2025.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$1.55

Average price per day

$80

Cheapest price per day

$57

Popular car types in Raleigh

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Raleigh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Cheapflights insights for Raleigh car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Raleigh?

For the best savings on car rentals in Raleigh, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $84/day – about 52% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Raleigh?

Looking to hire a car in Raleigh? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $76.75/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $80.30/day.

What is the best car rental company in Raleigh?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Raleigh is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 38 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.4/10 with 64 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Raleigh?

At Raleigh, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $100 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Raleigh, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $100 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$72

February

$80

March

$89

April

$101

May

$99

June

$95

July

$94

August

$90

September

$89

October

$101

November

$95

December

$94

Which car hire company has the most locations in Raleigh?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Raleigh at 6.

Top rental agencies in Raleigh

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Raleigh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Raleigh. Reviews were last updated on 16 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Raleigh, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Budget. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Raleigh, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Budget.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
38 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Hertz

6.4
Okay
64 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Budget

5.2
Fair
45 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.4

Avis

4.0
Mediocre
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

5.1

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.8

Value

4.2

Thrifty

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Advance Car And Truck Rental

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Raleigh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Raleigh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $80/day when booking a car hire in Raleigh. The absolute best deal a user found was for $57/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 13.

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

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Raleigh, offering car hire for around $562 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Raleigh?

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 30% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Raleigh can cost you on average $2,409 a month or $80 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car rentals by fuel type in Raleigh

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Raleigh. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Raleigh. Deals were last updated on 16 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Raleigh. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($70+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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