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Cheap Car Hire in Texas from R685

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 Texas with a pick-up date of 8/1 and drop-off date of 5/2. 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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Texas car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Texas. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

R956

Cheapest price per day

R685

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Texas 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 18 December 2024.

January

R720

February

R864

March

R990

April

R1 206

May

R972

June

R1 026

July

R1 098

August

R972

September

R990

October

R1 044

November

R1 026

December

R882

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

Compare available car types for rental in Texas

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Texas to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

Small cars

R651 - R1 185

All Car Types

R662 - R1 630

To hire a small car in Texas, you would pay an average price of R675/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Texas (~R651/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 185/day). In fact, August is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, renting a small car 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 Texas small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Texas, you would pay an average price of R902/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Texas (~R663/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 458/day). In fact, September is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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 Texas medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Texas, you would pay an average price of R679/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Texas (~R942/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 888/day). In fact, April is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, renting a large car 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 Texas large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Texas, you would pay an average price of R827/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Texas (~R669/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 662/day). In fact, July is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Texas. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Texas, renting a SUV saves you 22% 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 Texas SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR828/day
4
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Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 018/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Texas

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Texas known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Texas. Reviews were last updated on 18 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Texas, including those serving the greater Dallas, Houston and Austin area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Alamo

8,7
Very Good
167 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,4
Good
262 reviews178 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Sixt

7,0
Good
253 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Avis

6,6
Okay
317 reviews78 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,4

Budget

6,4
Okay
571 reviews80 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,4

Payless

6,2
Okay
222 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,4

Thrifty

5,7
Fair
198 reviews40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,6

Hertz

5,5
Fair
988 reviews87 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,6

Best Texas car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Texas. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Texas with an average daily rate of R1 059. Data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Texas region, including options close to Dallas, Houston and Austin. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Ford EcoSportR685/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Audi A3R725/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota RAV4R749/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Texas, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Texas?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Texas from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (R685/day), Alamo (R749/day), and Avis (R771/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Texas?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,4 rating), Silvercar (8,2 rating) and National (8,1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Texas.

  • What are petrol prices like in Texas?

    The average price of petrol in Texas is R16,21/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R729 and R1 053 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Texas for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in Texas from about R9 450 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 39% on your car hire. For a below average price in Texas, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Texas.

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