Minneapolis

Cheap Car Hire in Minneapolis from $56

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 Minneapolis with a pick-up date of 1/12 and drop-off date of 8/12. 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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Popular car types in Minneapolis

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Minneapolis and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 October 2025.

There are, in total, 26 car hire locations in Minneapolis that are operated by 16 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $56/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Minneapolis hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare car hire deals in Minneapolis by type

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

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

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

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

Here are the best Minneapolis van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$56/day
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Holden Barina
MG 3$56/day
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MG 3

Best car hire deals found in Minneapolis

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Minneapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Minneapolis with an average daily rate of $70. Data was last updated on 26 October 2025.
Holden Barina$56/day
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Holden Barina
MG 3$56/day
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MG 3
Hyundai Elantra$56/day
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A/C
Hyundai Elantra

Cheapflights insights for Minneapolis car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Minneapolis 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $89/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 50% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, the most affordable car hire company right now is Dollar, offering prices from just $54.96/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at $63.55/day.

What is the best car rental company in Minneapolis?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Minneapolis is Ace (rated 9.1/10 with 68 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.6/10 with 58 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Minneapolis? January is the cheapest month, costing about $63 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $129. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$63

February

$66

March

$80

April

$81

May

$92

June

$115

July

$129

August

$115

September

$80

October

$87

November

$83

December

$86

What car do most people hire in Minneapolis?

SUV cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee L, for example) are the most popular in Minneapolis. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Premium (Dodge Durango) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Minneapolis.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Minneapolis?

Both Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 4 locations in Minneapolis, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Minneapolis

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Minneapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Minneapolis. Reviews were last updated on 26 October 2025.

Ace

9.1
Wonderful
68 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
58 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.3
Okay
49 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Avis

7.2
Good
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.8

Sixt

7.1
Good
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Minneapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Minneapolis for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Minneapolis from about $521 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Minneapolis check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    $0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Minneapolis, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Minneapolis, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of November, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Minneapolis

Browse car hires by fuel type in Minneapolis. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Minneapolis. Deals were last updated on 26 October 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Minneapolis. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($45+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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