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Cheap Car Rentals in India from RM 401

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 India with a pick-up date of 18/1 and drop-off date of 20/1. 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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India car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

RM 407

Cheapest price per day

RM 401

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in India 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 December 2024.

January

RM 234

February

RM 229

March

RM 256

April

RM 256

May

RM 225

June

RM 225

July

RM 288

August

RM 301

September

RM 288

October

RM 301

November

RM 301

December

RM 288

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in India is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 India

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in India and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

There are currently 324 hire locations operating in India spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in India is small car at RM 401 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 401+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 406+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 416+

Compare available car types for rental in India

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in India 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 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 205 - RM 338

All Car Types

RM 198 - RM 962

To rent a small car in India, you would pay an average price of RM 136/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in India (~RM 205/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 338/day). In fact, November is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a small car saves you 62% 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 India small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in India, you would pay an average price of RM 290/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in India (~RM 195/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 962/day). In fact, August is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, 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 van in India, you would pay an average price of RM 268/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in India (~RM 315/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 962/day). In fact, August is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a van saves you 25% 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 India van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 401/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car rental agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the India region, including those located within the Chennai, New Delhi and Kochi area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Instant Cabs

67 locations

Europcar

50 locations

keddy by Europcar

34 locations

Car Club

23 locations

SS Travels

21 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

Myles

16 locations

Avis

13 locations

Best India car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in India. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in India with an average daily rate of RM 408. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on rental cars within the India region, including options close to Chennai, New Delhi and Kochi. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Proton SagaRM 401/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Toyota InnovaRM 406/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Hyundai H-1RM 416/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai H-1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in India?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (6.0 rating), Avis (2.5 rating) and Europcar (2.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in India.

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

    When visiting India, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Chennai where rental cars typically will cost around RM 407/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in India was found in Chennai for just RM 317/day.

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

    In India, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Van rentals in India

Find people carrier rental deals in India from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in India cost an average of RM 406 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for van rentals within the India area, including pickup locations near Chennai, New Delhi and Kochi. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly replacing these deals with new ones so be sure to check back soon.
Proton ExoraRM 406/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora

Car rentals by fuel type in India

Browse car rentals by fuel type in India. Deals were last updated on 21 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in India. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 121+

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