Downtown

Cheap Car Rentals in Downtown, Saint Paul from $123

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 Downtown with a pick-up date of 18/9 and drop-off date of 4/10. 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.
Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Save over 37%Compare Cheapflights against other travel sites with one search.

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Downtown, Saint Paul car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

$202

Cheapest price per day

$123

Best Downtown, Saint Paul car rental deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Downtown car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 30 July 2025.
BMW X4$135/day
5
M
A/C
BMW X4
Kia Sportage$146/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Sportage
Hyundai Santa Fe$164/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Santa Fe

Cheapflights insights for Downtown car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Downtown, make your reservation 30 days before pickup. The average price then is just $116/day – about 57% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Downtown?

In Downtown, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $77.02/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at $78.93/day.

What is the best car rental company in Downtown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Downtown is Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 36 reviews). Budget (rated 7.0/10 with 58 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Downtown? January is the cheapest month, costing about $91 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $152. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$91

February

$94

March

$118

April

$115

May

$140

June

$140

July

$152

August

$147

September

$123

October

$130

November

$111

December

$135

Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?

In Downtown, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 3 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Downtown, Saint Paul

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.4

Budget

7.0
Good
58 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Payless

5.6
Fair
32 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

National

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
17 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Avis

7.1
Good
14 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Thrifty

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Downtown Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Downtown it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Airport car hires in Saint Paul

Hire a car at one of these airports in the Downtown area

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation