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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Boston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Boston and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 3 April 2025.

January

RM 186

February

RM 200

March

RM 240

April

RM 262

May

RM 293

June

RM 320

July

RM 355

August

RM 320

September

RM 253

October

RM 324

November

RM 244

December

RM 280

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Boston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Boston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Boston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 128 - RM 364

All Car Types

RM 129 - RM 462

To rent a small car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 171/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Boston, the United States (~RM 128/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 364/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Boston, renting a small car saves you 32% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 204/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Boston, the United States (~RM 130/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 462/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Boston, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 212/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Boston, the United States (~RM 133/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 662/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Boston, renting a large car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 203/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Boston, the United States (~RM 262/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 462/day). In fact, March is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Boston, renting a SUV saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Boston

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Boston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Boston. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Boston, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
115 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
113 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Avis

6.5
Okay
128 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Budget

6.5
Okay
225 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Hertz

6.5
Okay
206 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
105 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.6
Fair
163 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Sixt

6.8
Okay
52 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Boston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Boston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.8 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Boston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Boston?

    The average price of petrol in Boston is RM 4.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 180 and RM 260 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Boston for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Boston, offering car hire for around RM 2,080 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Boston for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 29% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Boston.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Boston?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Boston check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Boston?

    Chevrolet Bolt EUV, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Boston according to Cheapflights users.

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