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Cheap Car Hire in Minneapolis from R944

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 Minneapolis with a pick-up date of 26/6 and drop-off date of 7/7. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Minneapolis?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Minneapolis 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 13 April 2025.

January

R800

February

R819

March

R991

April

R1 010

May

R1 143

June

R1 372

July

R1 544

August

R1 353

September

R1 105

October

R1 124

November

R1 029

December

R1 067

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Minneapolis 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.

Popular car types in Minneapolis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Minneapolis and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 April 2025.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Minneapolis. These agencies, altogether, have 28 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Minneapolis with prices from R977 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Minneapolis:

Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

R1 682+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 958+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 234+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 532+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 078+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R3 065+

Compare available car types for rental in Minneapolis

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Minneapolis to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 April 2025.

Small cars

R774 - R3 052

All Car Types

R774 - R3 325

To hire a small car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of R632/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Minneapolis, the United States (~R774/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 052/day). In fact, September is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minneapolis, renting a small car saves you 50% 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 Minneapolis small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 159/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Minneapolis, the United States (~R822/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R3 391/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minneapolis, renting a medium car saves you 8% 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 hire a SUV in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of R925/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Minneapolis, the United States (~R929/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R3 237/day). In fact, June is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Minneapolis, renting a SUV saves you 27% 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 Minneapolis SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR944/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Minneapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Minneapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Minneapolis. Reviews were last updated on 13 April 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Minneapolis, including Ace, Thrifty and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Ace

9,1
Wonderful
65 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,1

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

9,0

Thrifty

6,6
Okay
74 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,3

Hertz

6,5
Okay
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,0

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,2

Sixt

7,2
Good
26 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Avis

7,1
Good
17 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,7

Best Minneapolis car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Minneapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Minneapolis with an average daily rate of R1 270. Data was last updated on 13 April 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Minneapolis. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla QuestR944/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota RAV4R960/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Nissan X-TrailR1 040/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minneapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Minneapolis?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ace (9,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,3 rating) and Avis (7,1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Minneapolis.

  • What are petrol prices like in Minneapolis?

    The average price of petrol in Minneapolis is R17,16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R772 and R1 115 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Minneapolis it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 13%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Minneapolis for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Minneapolis?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) in Minneapolis, making it the most popular option.

Car hires by fuel type in Minneapolis

Browse car hires by fuel type in Minneapolis. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Minneapolis. Deals were last updated on 13 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Minneapolis. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R93+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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