Cheapflights insights for Durham car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Durham, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Durham?
For the best savings on car hire in Durham, make your reservation 84 days before pickup. The average price then is just $66/day – about 26% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Durham?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Durham is Avis (rated 7.8/10 with 7 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 12 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Durham?
Planning to hire a car in Durham? January is the cheapest month, costing about $64 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $91. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$64
February
$66
March
$80
April
$88
May
$84
June
$91
July
$86
August
$78
September
$72
October
$88
November
$88
December
$81
What car do most people hire in Durham?
Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Durham. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size Van or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Durham?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Durham at 2.
Top hire agencies in Durham
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Durham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Durham. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Durham, such as Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Durham, including Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Durham for a week from Budget?
Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Durham. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $653 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Durham?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Durham however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.