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Chennai car rentals in 2026

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

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.01

Average price per day

AED 427

Cheapest price per day

AED 286
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Cheapflights insights for Chennai car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Chennai, book about 87 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 162, which is about 162% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Chennai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Chennai is Hertz (rated 6.0/10). Europcar (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
6.0
Europcar
Europcar
2.0
SS Travels
SS Travels
2.0
Gozo Cabs
Gozo Cabs
0.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Chennai?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Chennai is October, when you can expect to pay AED 176/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Chennai is May (AED 323/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

AED 246

February

AED 253

March

AED 246

April

AED 246

May

AED 323

June

AED 246

July

AED 209

August

AED 209

September

AED 180

October

AED 176

November

AED 180

December

AED 195

What car do most people hire in Chennai?

Passenger van cars (Class Compact Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Chennai. Economy cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Honda Amaze or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Chennai?

Myles has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Chennai at 3.

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Top rental agencies in Chennai

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chennai known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chennai. Reviews were last updated on 29 January 2026.

Hertz

1 location
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

3 locations
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Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2 locations
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Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

1 location
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Avis

2 locations
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MyChoize Car Rental

1 location
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Car Club

2 locations
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Myles

4 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chennai, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 January 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chennai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 427/day when booking a car hire in Chennai. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 286/day from Europcar, booked on Jan. 24.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chennai for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Chennai for about AED 2,990 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Chennai for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Chennai can be found for AED 12,813. You can find car rental deals for AED 427 a day on average.

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