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Dayton car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Dayton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.62

Average price per day

$81

Cheapest price per day

$49
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Cheapflights insights for Dayton car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Dayton, make your reservation 59 days before pickup. The average price then is just $63/day – about 8% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Dayton?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Dayton is Hertz (rated 9.0/10 with 2 reviews). Thrifty (rated 8.2/10 with 2 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
9.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
8.2
Avis
Avis
7.7
Budget
Budget
6.9

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

Planning to hire a car in Dayton? February is the cheapest month, costing about $65 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $89. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$77

February

$65

March

$86

April

$74

May

$78

June

$85

July

$89

August

$84

September

$78

October

$81

November

$79

December

$81

What car do most people hire in Dayton?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Dayton are the following: Intermediate cars (Jeep Compass or similar), Economy cars (Ford Fiesta or similar), and Full-size cars (Ford Transit or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Dayton?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Arow Enterprises Corp. has the second-highest number of locations in Dayton at 4.

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Top hire agencies in Dayton

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Dayton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in Dayton. Reviews were last updated on 29 April 2026.

Hertz

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.2

Avis

7.7
Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Budget

6.9
Okay
23 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
6 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Dollar

1 location
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Arow Enterprises Corp.

4 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Dayton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Dayton?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $81/day when booking a car hire in Dayton. The absolute best deal a user found was for $49/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 25.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Dayton for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Dayton from about $565 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Dayton is $2,422 ($81/day) on average.

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