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Cheap Car Hire in South Padre Island

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Cheapflights insights for South Padre Island car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Padre Island?

Book your car hire in South Padre Island 78 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $61/day on average when booked 78 days ahead, which saves you 17% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in South Padre Island?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Padre Island is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.2/10). National (rated 6.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Padre Island?

Planning to hire a car in South Padre Island? August is the cheapest month, costing about $88 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $128. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$100

February

$102

March

$114

April

$113

May

$120

June

$128

July

$119

August

$88

September

$116

October

$114

November

$99

December

$114

What car do most people hire in South Padre Island?

Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Padre Island. Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Padre Island?

Hertz has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in South Padre Island at 1.

Top hire agencies in South Padre Island

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Padre Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Padre Island. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in South Padre Island, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in South Padre Island, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Avis.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

National

1 location

Avis

1 location

Budget

1 location

Hertz

2 locations

Thrifty

1 location

Dollar

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Padre Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Padre Island?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in South Padre Island for a month is certainly possible.

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