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Cheapflights insights for Monterey car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Monterey 89 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $88/day on average when booked 89 days ahead, which saves you 16% off the usual average price.

What is the best car rental company in Monterey?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Monterey is National (rated 9.1/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Monterey, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $91. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $134 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 Monterey, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $91. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $134 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

$91

February

$111

March

$114

April

$114

May

$117

June

$129

July

$134

August

$126

September

$114

October

$107

November

$107

December

$117

What car do most people hire in Monterey?

SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Monterey. Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Monterey?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Monterey at 1.

Top hire agencies in Monterey

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Monterey known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Monterey. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Monterey, such as National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Avis

8.2
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Hertz

8.0
Very Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.6

Budget

7.7
Good
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.0
Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

AutoEurope

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Monterey, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Monterey for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Monterey for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $628/week on average.

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

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

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