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Cheap Car Hire in Hilo from $50

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 Hilo with a pick-up date of 7/9 and drop-off date of 14/9. 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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Hilo car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hilo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.43

Average price per day

$72

Cheapest price per day

$50

Popular car types in Hilo

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hilo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

There are currently 19 hire locations operating in Hilo spread across 14 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Hilo is medium car at $50 a day. Below are all the 6 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

Convertible

Convertible

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Hilo by type

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

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

Here are the best Hilo large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Here are the best Hilo convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

MG 3$54/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Kia Picanto$55/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai Accent Hatch$86/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Best car hire deals found in Hilo

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hilo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hilo with an average daily rate of $76. Data was last updated on 10 July 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Hilo. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Corolla$50/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
MG 3$54/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3
Honda Civic$55/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic

Cheapflights insights for Hilo car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Hilo?

Book your car hire in Hilo 20 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $78/day on average when booked 20 days ahead, which saves you 19% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Hilo?

Looking to hire a car in Hilo? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $60.56/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $64.23/day.

What is the best car rental company in Hilo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Hilo is National (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Thrifty (rated 9.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hilo?

At Hilo, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $139 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Hilo, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $72. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $139 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$101

February

$126

March

$118

April

$115

May

$87

June

$90

July

$109

August

$86

September

$72

October

$86

November

$72

December

$139

What car do most people hire in Hilo?

Open-air all-terrain cars (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, for example) are the most popular in Hilo. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited) and Compact (Hyundai Kona) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Hilo.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Hilo?

In Hilo, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Hilo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hilo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hilo. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Hilo, including National, Thrifty and Alamo in Hilo. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

National

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Thrifty

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Alamo

9.0
Wonderful
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

7.7

Payless

9.0
Wonderful
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.9

Hertz

8.7
Very Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.7

Budget

7.9
Good
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.2
Good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.8

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hilo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hilo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $72/day when booking a car hire in Hilo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $59/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilo for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in Hilo for about $486 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Hilo for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Hilo is $2,084 ($69/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Hilo for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Hilo are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in August to be on average $0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Hilo

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hilo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Hilo. Deals were last updated on 10 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hilo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($50+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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