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Cheap Car Rentals in United States from $19

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 the United States with a pick-up date of 2/7 and drop-off date of 20/7. 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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United States car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in United States. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

Most popular company

Ace

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$87

Cheapest price per day

$19

Popular car types in United States

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in United States and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in United States this past week from 17,965 hire locations out of 391 hire agencies. Prices for a United States medium car hire start from $19/day. Check out available deals for 8 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Best car rental deals found in United States

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in United States. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in United States with an average daily rate of $73. Data was last updated on 8 June 2026.
Hyundai i30$19/day
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Hyundai i30
Infiniti QX60$19/day
5
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Infiniti QX60
Honda Civic$22/day
5
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Honda Civic

Cheapflights insights for the United States car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in United States?

To get the best deal on a rental car in United States, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $86, which is about 50% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in United States?

In United States, the most affordable car hire company right now is OtoQ Car Rental, offering prices from just $5.95/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Alamo, with rates starting at $38.56/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in United States?

At United States, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $80. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $119 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 United States, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $80. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $119 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$80

February

$90

March

$99

April

$97

May

$102

June

$110

July

$119

August

$106

September

$88

October

$96

November

$90

December

$99

What car do most people hire in United States?

The most popular types of cars to hire in United States are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in United States?

Cargini has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in United States at 1,539.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in United States?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,563 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in United States, start with Tampa, where rates average $7/day. You can also find good prices in Miami ($13/day), Fort Lauderdale ($15/day), and Orlando ($15/day).

Top rental agencies in United States

Explore the leading car hire agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on 8 June 2026.

Avis

6.6
Okay
6701 reviews1539 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Cargini

3 locations

Hub Rent a Car

10 locations

IDrive Rent-A-Car

2 locations

SAVVARent A Car

1 location

LA Auto Spot

2 locations

Los Angeles Van Rentals

5 locations

BBG

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?

    When hiring a car in United States, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Hertz, and with prices around $90/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Hertz is COMPACT, which starts as low as $61/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United States?

    At $20/day, the cheapest car rental price in United States was found in Miami. On average, Miami has the cheapest daily rental car price ($32/day), which is 67% below average price for cities in United States.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in United States?

    In United States, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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