Chennai

Cheap Car Hire in Chennai from AED 148

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
3 Oct — 10 Oct
Same drop-off
Driver's age: 26-65
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Tue 3/10
Noon
Tue 10/10
Noon

Chennai car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.52

Average price per day

AED 75

Cheapest price per day

AED 58

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

January

AED 231

February

AED 235

March

AED 220

April

AED 257

May

AED 290

June

AED 286

July

AED 253

August

AED 246

September

AED 224

October

AED 227

November

AED 224

December

AED 253

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chennai is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Chennai

At AED 148/day, Small is the cheapest car type available for hire in Chennai in the past week. Out of 10 car hire agencies operating in Chennai, there are, in total, 21 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Compare available car types for rental in Chennai

Small cars

AED 143 - AED 248

All Car Types

AED 187 - AED 584

To hire a Small car in Chennai, India, you would pay an average price of AED 175/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a Small car in Chennai, India (~AED 143/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~AED 248/day). In fact, July is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small hire for Chennai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chennai, hiring a Small car saves you 53% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chennai Small hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Medium car in Chennai, India, you would pay an average price of AED 329/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Medium car in Chennai, India (~AED 186/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~AED 500/day). In fact, February is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium hire for Chennai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chennai, hiring a Medium car saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chennai Medium hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Large car in Chennai, India, you would pay an average price of AED 611/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a Large car in Chennai, India (~AED 195/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~AED 1,424/day). In fact, July is about 69% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large hire for Chennai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chennai, hiring a Large car is 40% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chennai Large hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV car in Chennai, India, you would pay an average price of AED 221/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV car in Chennai, India (~AED 252/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~AED 371/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Chennai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chennai, hiring a SUV car saves you 40% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chennai SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Luxury car in Chennai, India, you would pay an average price of AED 560/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a Luxury car in Chennai, India (~AED 283/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~AED 1,424/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury hire for Chennai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chennai, hiring a Luxury car is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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Ford KaAED 148/day
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Ford FocusAED 175/day
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Top rental agencies in Chennai

Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Chennai, including Hertz, Europcar and SS Travels. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

1 location

Europcar

3 locations

SS Travels

2 locations

Myles

4 locations

Instant Cabs

3 locations

Avis

1 review2 locations

Car Club

2 locations

Eco Rent

2 locations

Best Chennai car rental deals found

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Car rental FAQs

What are petrol prices like in Chennai

The average price of petrol in Chennai is AED 4.52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 203 and AED 294 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Chennai?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 276/day when booking a car hire in Chennai. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 212/day from Avis, booked on Sep. 17.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Chennai?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Chennai from the following companies over the past two weeks: SS Travels (AED 148/day), Hertz (AED 175/day), and Europcar (AED 206/day).

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 4,097 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Chennai for the best price?

Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 53% in Chennai - we recommend booking at least 79days in advance.

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 17,556. You can find car rental deals for AED 585 a day on average.

How much is a car hire in Chennai for a weekend?

AED 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Chennai, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Chennai, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of October, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 367/day.

What car do most people hire in Chennai?

The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV) in Chennai, making it the most popular option.

Small car rentals in Chennai

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Luxury car rentals in Chennai

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