Chennai

Cheap Car Rentals in Chennai

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Chennai, book about 69 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 162, which is about 162% cheaper than the typical rate.

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.

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 246

March

AED 246

April

AED 246

May

AED 323

June

AED 246

July

AED 209

August

AED 206

September

AED 180

October

AED 176

November

AED 180

December

AED 206

What car do most people hire in Chennai?

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

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 15 december 2025.

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Europcar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

1 location

Avis

2 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

1 location

Car Club

2 locations

Myles

4 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chennai, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 december 2025.
  • 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 3,034 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.

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