Cheapflights insights for St. Louis car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in St. Louis, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in St. Louis?
To get the best deal on a rental car in St. Louis, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $87, which is about 41% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in St. Louis?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in St. Louis is Budget (rated 5.7/10 with 114 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.3/10 with 33 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in St. Louis?
At St. Louis, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $134 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 St. Louis, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $134 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$76
February
$77
March
$96
April
$101
May
$111
June
$123
July
$134
August
$118
September
$101
October
$103
November
$103
December
$101
What car do most people hire in St. Louis?
The most popular types of cars to hire in St. Louis are the following: Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar), Luxury cars (BMW X5 or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in St. Louis?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in St. Louis at 7.
Top rental agencies in St. Louis
Explore the leading car hire agencies in St. Louis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in St. Louis. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in St. Louis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in St. Louis for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks in St. Louis. They can have you in a hire car for about $472 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in St. Louis?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in St. Louis check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.