Hawaii

Cheap Car Hire in Hawaii from $49

Honolulu, O'ahu, HI, United States
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Honolulu, O'ahu, HI, United States
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Hawaii car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hawaii. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$95

Cheapest price per day

$49

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Hawaii?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Hawaii, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 90 pickup locations in Hawaii to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Price

$60 - $78

Out of all the popular cities in Hawaii, Honolulu is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $60/day. Renting a car in Honolulu is 23% cheaper than renting one in Kailua-Kona where the per day rate is around $78. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Hawaii to get a rental car in are: Kahului ($62/day), Hilo ($64/day), and Lihue ($74/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Honolulu should expect to spend around $60/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Hawaii is Honolulu.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hawaii 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 20 April 2024.

January

$70

February

$87

March

$88

April

$84

May

$81

June

$90

July

$90

August

$84

September

$71

October

$70

November

$65

December

$74

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hawaii is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 Hawaii

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hawaii and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

There are, in total, 15,416 car hire locations in Hawaii that are operated by 307 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $49/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Hawaii hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Convertible

Convertible

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

Compare available car types for hire in Hawaii

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hawaii to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Small cars

$70 - $101

All Car Types

$92 - $133

To hire a small car in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $85/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hawaii (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$101/day). In fact, November is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a small car saves you 25% 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 Hawaii small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $102/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hawaii (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$127/day). In fact, November is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a medium car saves you 11% 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 Hawaii medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $133/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hawaii (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$154/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a large car is 15% more expensive. 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 Hawaii large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $106/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hawaii (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$115/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a SUV 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. Here are the best Hawaii SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $164/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Hawaii (~$120/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$234/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a van is 31% more expensive. 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 pickup truck in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $107/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Hawaii (~$91/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$207/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a pickup truck saves you 7% 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 luxury car in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $118/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Hawaii (~$105/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$144/day). In fact, September is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a luxury car is 5% more expensive. 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 convertible in Hawaii, you would pay an average price of $139/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Hawaii (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$173/day). In fact, November is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Hawaii. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hawaii, hiring a convertible is 19% more expensive. 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 Hawaii convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$49/day
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Toyota Yaris$51/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris Cross$51/day
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Top hire agencies in Hawaii

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hawaii known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hawaii. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Hawaii, including those serving the Honolulu, Lihue and Kailua-Kona area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Hertz

7.1
Good
1085 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Alamo

9.1
Wonderful
652 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
390 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
411 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Avis

7.7
Good
154 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

7.2
Good
443 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Ace

7.2
Good
124 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.1
Good
497 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Best Hawaii car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hawaii. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hawaii with an average daily rate of $68. Data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Hawaii, including options within the Honolulu, Lihue and Kailua-Kona area. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Toyota Corolla$49/day
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Toyota Corolla
Kia Picanto$49/day
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Kia Picanto
Hyundai Avante$50/day
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A/C
Hyundai Avante

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hawaii, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hawaii?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $99/day when booking a car hire in Hawaii. The absolute best deal a user found was for $51/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 14.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hawaii?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Hawaii from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($50/day), Yesaway ($62/day), and Dollar ($65/day).

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

    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 Hawaii.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hawaii?

    The average price of petrol in Hawaii is $1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hawaii for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Hawaii. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $567 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 27% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Hawaii.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Hawaii it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Hawaii for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Hawaii is $2,431 ($81/day) on average.

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Van hires in Hawaii

Find van hire deals in Hawaii from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Hawaii cost an average of $70 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for van hires within the Hawaii area, including pickup locations near Honolulu, Lihue and Kailua-Kona. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
Toyota HiAce$56/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$56/day
5
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$56/day
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Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Hawaii

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hawaii. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Hawaii. Deals were last updated on 20 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hawaii. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($37+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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