Connecticut

Cheap Car Hire in Connecticut from $223

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Connecticut with a pick-up date of 25/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. 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.
Hartford, CT, United States
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Hartford, CT, United States
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Connecticut car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Connecticut. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most common car type

Economy

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Connecticut 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 25 April 2024.

January

$76

February

$83

March

$87

April

$95

May

$98

June

$106

July

$116

August

$113

September

$92

October

$96

November

$92

December

$92

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Connecticut 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 Connecticut

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Connecticut and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

There are currently 15,428 hire locations operating in Connecticut spread across 307 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Connecticut is large car at $255 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Connecticut

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Connecticut to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $178

All Car Types

$61 - $146

To hire a small car in Connecticut, you would pay an average price of $61/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Connecticut (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$178/day). In fact, March is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Connecticut. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Connecticut, hiring a small 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. Here are the best Connecticut small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$260/day
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Kia Picanto

Top hire agencies in Connecticut

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Connecticut known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Connecticut. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Hertz

7.1
Good
160 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
63 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.1

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

6.6
Okay
91 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Avis

6.4
Okay
72 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

National

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Ace

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

6.2
Okay
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.0

Best Connecticut car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Connecticut. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Connecticut with an average daily rate of $274. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Toyota Camry$255/day
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Toyota Camry
Hyundai Accent Hatch$260/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Corolla$261/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Connecticut, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Connecticut?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Connecticut.

  • What are petrol prices like in Connecticut?

    The average price of petrol in Connecticut is $1.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Connecticut for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Connecticut for about $428 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 26% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Connecticut.

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

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

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Van hires in Connecticut

Find van hire deals in Connecticut from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Connecticut cost an average of $223 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Toyota HiAce$223/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Connecticut

Browse car hires by fuel type in Connecticut. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Connecticut. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Connecticut. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($45+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Airport car hires in Connecticut
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