Cheap Car Rentals in Houston from RM 247
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 Houston with a pick-up date of 22/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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.
Houston car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Houston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
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Price of petrol per litre | RM 3.99 |
Average price per day | RM 177 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 247 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Houston?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Houston 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 21 February 2025.
January
RM 163
February
RM 190
March
RM 230
April
RM 256
May
RM 225
June
RM 239
July
RM 252
August
RM 221
September
RM 203
October
RM 225
November
RM 225
December
RM 221
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Houston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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.
Popular car types in Houston
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Houston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
In Houston, there are 219 active hire locations from 44 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Houston in the past week - currently priced from RM 258/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
RM 362+
Compact
RM 258+
Intermediate
RM 261+
Standard
RM 331+
Full-size
RM 275+
Full-size SUV
RM 414+
Luxury
RM 319+
Pick-up truck
RM 296+
Compare available car types for rental in Houston
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Houston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Small cars | RM 154 - RM 410 | |
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All Car Types | RM 163 - RM 322 |
To rent a small car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 199/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Houston, the United States (~RM 154/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 410/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Houston, renting a small car saves you 7% 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. Here are the best Houston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 133/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Houston, the United States (~RM 140/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 302/day). In fact, January is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Houston, renting a medium car saves you 38% 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. Here are the best Houston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV in Houston, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 138/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Houston, the United States (~RM 165/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 251/day). In fact, October is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Houston. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Houston, renting a SUV saves you 36% 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. Here are the best Houston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Houston
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Houston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Houston. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Houston area such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best Houston car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Houston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Houston with an average daily rate of RM 304. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Houston. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Houston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Houston?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 177/day when booking a car hire in Houston. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 177/day from Thrifty, booked on Feb. 16.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Houston?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.3 rating), Sixt (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Houston.
What are petrol prices like in Houston?
The average price of petrol in Houston is RM 3.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 179 and RM 259 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston for a week from Thrifty?
From Thrifty you can hire a car in Houston from about RM 1,242 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Houston for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 38% in Houston - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Houston?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Houston however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much is a car hire in Houston for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Houston is RM 145. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Houston. For the month of March, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Houston for as low as RM 0/day.
What car do most people hire in Houston?
Mazda Mazda5, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Houston according to Cheapflights users.
Car rentals by fuel type in Houston
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Houston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Houston. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Houston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 56+).
Electric
RM 56+
Hybrid
RM 75+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 140+