Car Rentals in Houston, Texas

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Houston, TX
Jun 13 — Jun 20
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Houston, TX
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Rental cars insight and trends in Houston

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Houston?

The cheapest rental cars in Houston are generally found through Easirent. When booking with Easirent, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $9/day. The average price to rent a car in Houston is $37/day.

What car rental company in Houston has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any rental car company in Houston, with 49 locations.

What car do most people rent in Houston?

Renting the Nissan Titan in Houston is the most popular car rental among momondo users, followed by renting the GMC Savana. Our users have seen Nissan Titan deals in Houston for $81 per day on average, and as cheap as $37 per day. It’s an average of $216 per day to rent the GMC Savana in Houston, though you may find prices as low as $133 per day.

Best deals found for Houston, Texas car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Houston, Texas
Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$20/day

19 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyundai Accent
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 18 Jun
Kia Picanto
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 18 Jun
Nissan Versa
Toyota Prius
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 18 Jun
Toyota Prius
Nissan Versa
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 25 Jun
Nissan Versa
Mitsubishi Galant
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

$25/day

11 Jun - 19 Jun
Mitsubishi Galant
Jeep Cherokee
or similar Standard SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$27/day

5 Jul - 4 Aug
Jeep Cherokee
Nissan Rogue
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$27/day

12 Jun - 12 Jul
Nissan Rogue
Dodge Charger
or similar Full-size
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$29/day

15 Jun - 19 Jul
Dodge Charger

Important information about Houston car rentals

Houston, Texas, is a city that has been known for years for its link to space exploration. That is why trips to Space Center Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the NASA Johnson Space Center are such popular destinations for car rentals in Houston. Interstate 10 is the main east-west interstate through the city and Interstate 45 is the main north-south interstate through the city. There is a Beltway that consists of Highways 8 and 288 that can take you around the outskirts of the entire city limit. There is generally a fair amount of parking available in the Downtown Houston area, and on evenings and all day, Sunday parking is free. With well over 30 rental car locations in the Houston area, it’s easy to find a cheap car rental in Houston in any part of the city and surrounding areas.

One of the great things about car rentals in Houston is that it lets you take advantage of the city's proximity to the Gulf of Mexico. The gulf coast city of Galveston is only about one hour away by car. In a large city like Houston, there can be several times during the day when driving is difficult with the evening rush hour often starting in the afternoon and going later into the evening. In the mornings, slow traffic occurs when most people head to work. When driving your rental car in Houston, one area to avoid during rush hour is the Galleria Mall, which is the largest mall in Texas. Because Houston is relatively spread out, it is not very walkable and as such it is a good idea to have a car to get around this expansive city.

While driving laws of Texas are fairly standard, there are some unique laws you may want to know about before driving your car rental in Houston. For example, you can’t leave your vehicle without setting the parking brake, and you can’t leave your car unattended with the keys in the ignition.  You also cannot open the door of your car while on a public street in a traffic lane nor operate your car without windshield wipers. Drivers in Houston drive on the right side of the road and all occupants of the vehicle must be wearing a seatbelt. For specifics regarding the city’s driving laws, check with the motor vehicle department to keep up-to-date with all the current driving laws.

With the city in such a close proximity to the border, it’s common for visitors to use car rentals in Houston for quick trips to nearby cities in Mexico. Car rental companies typically allow their customers to do this, but it is always best to check with your selected company ahead of time to ensure that you will not be breaching your rental contract. If you drive to Mexico, you must have Mexican automobile liability insurance prior to crossing the border. You can generally obtain this through your car rental company and simply pay an additional fee at the end of your rental period. Make sure that you have a government-issued driver’s license that does not have an expiration date that falls during your rental. Since you will be traveling internationally, you will also need either a valid passport or passport card.


Houston, Texas car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Houston that's right for you

Small Cars

$44 - $81

All Car Types

$70 - $92

The average price of a Small rental in Houston, the United States is $57. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Houston, the United States is in May. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $44 per day. A Small rental is typically 33% less expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Houston, the United States is $63. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Houston, the United States is in May. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $49 per day. A Medium rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Houston, the United States is $77. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Houston, the United States is in January. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $60 per day. A Large rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Houston, the United States is $71. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Houston, the United States is in May. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just $51 per day. A SUV rental is typically 16% less expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Houston, the United States is $119. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Houston, the United States is in May. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $96 per day. A Van rental is typically 30% more expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Pickup Truck rental in Houston, the United States is $87. The cheapest time to rent a Pickup Truck in Houston, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $67 per day. A Pickup Truck rental is typically 5% more expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Pickup Truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Houston, the United States is $95. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Houston, the United States is in August. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $74 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Houston Luxury rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Convertible rental in Houston, the United States is $105. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Houston, the United States is in December. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $85 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 21% more expensive than the average rental car in Houston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Houston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$20/day

19 Aug - 27 Aug
Hyundai Accent
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 18 Jun
Kia Picanto
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$24/day

11 Jun - 18 Jun
Nissan Versa

Houston car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Houston, Texas

Alamo

8.5
Very good
231 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Budget

7.2
Good
194 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
210 reviews47 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.1
Okay
357 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.5
Fair
347 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
235 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.4

Avis

7.1
Good
89 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

National

7.2
Good
17 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Quick facts about car rentals in Houston

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Houston

Most Popular Agency

Hertz

Popular Car Types

SUV, Intermediate, Economy

Cheapest Rental Car

$22

Most Popular Model

Nissan Titan
The most popular Houston car rental agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car rental companies are Easirent and Turo
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Houston in the past 72 hours: SUV, Intermediate, Economy.
The lowest price for a rental car in Houston is $22/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $52/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Houston in the past 7 days is the Nissan Titan. Our users also prefer the GMC Savana as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Houston

Nearby attractions:

Sheraton North Houston at George Bush Intercontinental3.0 mi
Sam Houston Race Park11.9 mi
Lockwood Skating Palace13.7 mi
Downtown Aquarium15.4 mi
Wortham Theater Center15.5 mi

Nearby attractions:

NRG Arena8.0 mi
Hermann Park8.2 mi
NRG Center8.2 mi
NRG Astrodome8.2 mi
Houston Zoo8.2 mi

Nearby attractions:

Sam Houston Race Park67.2 mi
Baseball USA71.4 mi
Royal Oaks Country Club75.5 mi
Sheraton North Houston at George Bush Intercontinental75.9 mi
MarqE Entertainment Center77.2 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Houston - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Houston so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

$75 is the cost of a weekend car rental in Houston for July, with cheap deals starting as low as $24. Users looking for a one-week rental in Houston for July saw an average deal of $57 - but quotes as low as $20 were available depending on dates and car options.

When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Houston do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Houston. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.


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