Cheapflights insights for Rhode Island car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rhode Island, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Rhode Island?
For the best savings on car rentals in Rhode Island, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $84/day – about 36% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Rhode Island?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rhode Island is Hertz (rated 7.1/10 with 25 reviews). Avis (rated 6.6/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $73. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $144 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 Rhode Island, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $73. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $144 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$73
February
$74
March
$110
April
$98
May
$107
June
$127
July
$144
August
$128
September
$95
October
$123
November
$89
December
$92
What car do most people hire in Rhode Island?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Rhode Island are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Rhode Island?
Hertz has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Rhode Island at 3.
Top rental agencies in Rhode Island
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rhode Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Rhode Island. Reviews were last updated on 24 August 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rhode Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Rhode Island for a week from Hertz?
From Hertz you can hire a car in Rhode Island from about $706 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rhode Island?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Rhode Island however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.