United States

Cheap Car Rentals in United States from RM 126

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 the United States with a pick-up date of 7/5 and drop-off date of 14/5. 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.
Driver's age: 25-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

United States car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in United States. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 May 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

RM 247

Cheapest price per day

RM 126

Popular car types in United States

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in United States and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 May 2026.

There are, in total, 17,734 car hire locations in United States that are operated by 366 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: RM 126/day). Explore 7 car types currently offered from United States hire providers:

Economy

Economy

RM 39+

Compact

Compact

RM 39+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 39+

Standard

Standard

RM 47+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 46+

SUV

SUV

RM 212+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 112+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 120+

Compare car rental deals in United States by type

Here are the best United States small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United States medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United States SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Perodua AxiaRM 126/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 126/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Perodua BezzaRM 131/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza

Best car rental deals found in United States

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in United States. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in United States with an average daily rate of RM 207. Data was last updated on 1 May 2026.
Perodua AxiaRM 126/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Hyundai TucsonRM 126/day
4
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Tucson
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 126/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

Cheapflights insights for the United States car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in the United States, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in United States?

For the best savings on car hire in United States, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 194/day – about 247% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in United States?

In United States, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just RM 115.01/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at RM 121.67/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in United States?

Planning to hire a car in United States? January is the cheapest month, costing about RM 174 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 276. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 174

February

RM 200

March

RM 221

April

RM 217

May

RM 218

June

RM 247

July

RM 276

August

RM 246

September

RM 205

October

RM 222

November

RM 201

December

RM 223

What car do most people hire in United States?

Economy cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting United States. SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in United States?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4,887 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in United States at 2,412.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in United States?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across United States, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 11,855 pickup locations in United States to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 May 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in United States, Orlando is the cheapest city to rent a car (RM 51/day). Other popular cities in United States to get a cheap rental car are: Miami (RM 82/day), Las Vegas (RM 117/day), and Los Angeles (RM 148/day).

Top rental agencies in United States

Explore the leading car rental agencies in United States known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in United States. Reviews were last updated on 1 May 2026.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
3014 reviews273 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
6813 reviews4887 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.3
Good
2805 reviews169 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Avis

6.7
Okay
6974 reviews1539 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Budget

6.5
Okay
12551 reviews1504 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Hertz

6.0
Okay
13310 reviews2412 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.8
Fair
5477 reviews930 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Payless

5.7
Fair
2089 reviews141 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in United States, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 May 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in United States?

    When hiring a car in United States, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Hertz, and with prices around RM 237/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Hertz is STANDARD, which starts as low as RM 132/day.

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

    When visiting United States, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Portland where rental cars typically will cost around RM 149/day (42% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in United States was found in Miami for just RM 27/day.

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

    Cars in United States are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in United States

Browse car rentals by fuel type in United States. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in United States. Deals were last updated on 1 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United States. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 339+).

Electric

Electric

RM 339+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 597+

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Best Car Rental Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ rental locations and hundreds of agencies.

No surprises

Prices shown to you will be final, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free cancellation

Plans change – we get it. And that’s why you can search and book rental cars on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation