Portland

Cheap Car Hire in Portland, Maine 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 Portland with a pick-up date of 22/4 and drop-off date of 20/5. 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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Portland, ME car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Portland, ME. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 April 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.64

Average price per day

$67

Cheapest price per day

$56

Popular car types in Portland, ME

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Portland, ME and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 April 2026.

There are, in total, 17 car hire locations in Portland that are operated by 13 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $56/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Portland 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 Portland, ME by type

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

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

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

Suzuki Swift$79/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Tesla Model 3$81/day
2
7
4
M
A/C
Tesla Model 3

Best car hire deals found in Portland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Portland, ME. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Portland, ME with an average daily rate of $96. Data was last updated on 6 April 2026.
Holden Commodore$56/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Commodore
BMW 1 Series$79/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series
Mazda Mazda2$81/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2

Cheapflights insights for Portland car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Portland, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $99, which is about 52% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Portland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Portland is Budget (rated 8.5/10 with 46 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10 with 34 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Portland? March is the cheapest month, costing about $62 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $151. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$68

February

$70

March

$62

April

$74

May

$88

June

$116

July

$151

August

$145

September

$99

October

$107

November

$62

December

$78

Which car hire company has the most locations in Portland?

Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Portland at 2.

Top hire agencies in Portland, ME

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Portland, ME known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Portland, ME. Reviews were last updated on 6 April 2026.

Budget

8.5
Very Good
46 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

National

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Avis

7.8
Good
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Dollar

7.7
Good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.1
Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Thrifty

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portland, ME, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Portland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $67/day when booking a car hire in Portland. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from Budget, booked on Apr. 4.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Portland for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Portland 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 $455/week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Portland.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Portland for a month is $1,951. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Portland. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Portland, ME

Browse car hires by fuel type in Portland, ME. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Portland, ME. Deals were last updated on 6 April 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portland, ME. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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