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Cheap Car Hire in India from $48
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 India with a pick-up date of 15/10 and drop-off date of 17/11. 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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India car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $87 |
Cheapest price per day | $48 |
Popular car types in India
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in India and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
In India, there are 346 active hire locations from 17 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in India in the past week - currently priced from $48/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
$48+
Compact
$104+
Intermediate
$66+
Standard
$66+
Full-size
$307+
SUV
$72+
Premium
$224+
Passenger van
$105+
Compare car hire deals in India by type
Here are the best India small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best India medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best India large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best India van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best India luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Holden Barina$48/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$51/day
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Mazda Mazda3$104/day
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Best car hire deals found in India
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in India. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in India with an average daily rate of $181. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Holden Barina$48/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$51/day
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Holden Cruze$66/day
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Cheapflights insights for India car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in India, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in India?
Book your car hire in India 84 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $80/day on average when booked 84 days ahead, which saves you 26% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in India?
In India, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just $33.27/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at $34.96/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in India?
At India, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just $82. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $114 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 India, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just $82. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $114 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
$90
February
$98
March
$102
April
$105
May
$114
June
$101
July
$84
August
$82
September
$84
October
$89
November
$100
December
$99
What car do most people hire in India?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting India. Luxury cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in India?
Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in India?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 142 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in India, Mumbai is the cheapest city to hire a car ($49/day). Other popular cities in India to get a cheap car hire are: New Delhi ($67/day), Ahmedabad ($67/day), and Hyderabad ($67/day).
Top hire agencies in India
Explore the leading car hire agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Hertz
1 review•8 locations
Avis
2 reviews•14 locations
Europcar
1 review•49 locations
SS Travels
1 review•21 locations
Gozo Cabs
18 locations
IndeCab
7 locations
MyChoize Car Rental
16 locations
1First Car Rental
9 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in India?
The most popular car hire company at India is Avis. With prices on STANDARD starting at $33/day about 104% more people book with Avis than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
When visiting India, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Mumbai where rental cars typically will cost around $58/day (39% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in India was found in Mumbai for just $41/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in India?
Cars in India are to be driven on the left side of the road.