St. Louis

Cheap Car Rentals in St. Louis from $185

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in St. Louis with a pick-up date of 15/7 and drop-off date of 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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St. Louis car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in St. Louis. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 June 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$2.05

Average price per day

$158

Cheapest price per day

$185

Popular car types in St. Louis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in St. Louis and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 June 2026.

There are currently 44 hire locations operating in St. Louis spread across 13 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in St. Louis is pickup truck at $185 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Best car rental deals found in St. Louis

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in St. Louis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in St. Louis with an average daily rate of $286. Data was last updated on 19 June 2026.
Nissan Navara$185/day
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Nissan Navara
Nissan Tiida$213/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Tiida
Toyota Land Cruiser$234/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser

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 $97, which is about 50% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in St. Louis?

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in St. Louis with deals as low as $45.58/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $51.02/day.

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 5.6/10 with 112 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.5/10 with 41 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 $87. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $140 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 $87. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $140 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$87

February

$95

March

$118

April

$114

May

$118

June

$130

July

$140

August

$121

September

$104

October

$111

November

$109

December

$100

What car do most people hire in St. Louis?

The most popular types of cars to hire in St. Louis are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar), Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar), and Standard cars (Kia Optima or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in St. Louis?

Avis has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Movly has the second-highest number of locations in St. Louis at 1.

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 19 June 2026.

Budget

5.6
Fair
112 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.5
Okay
41 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

Avis

5.3
Fair
54 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

National

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.2

Dollar

7.2
Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
21 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.1

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 19 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in St. Louis?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $158/day when booking a car hire in St. Louis. The absolute best deal a user found was for $84/day from Avis, booked on Jun. 13.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in St. Louis for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in St. Louis. They can have you in a hire car for about $804 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St. Louis for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in St. Louis can be found for $3,446. You can find car rental deals for $115 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in St. Louis for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in St. Louis, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Pick-up truck as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in St. Louis in July, prices are $88 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in St. Louis

Browse car rentals by fuel type in St. Louis. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in St. Louis. Deals were last updated on 19 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in St. Louis. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($125+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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