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Cheap Car Rentals in India from AED 240

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in India with a pick-up date of 24/2 and drop-off date of 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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India car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in India. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 December 2025.

Most popular company

Gozo Cabs

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

AED 289

Cheapest price per day

AED 240

Popular car types in India

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in India and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 14 December 2025.

There are currently 349 hire locations operating in India spread across 18 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in India is small car at AED 240 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

AED 240+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 709+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 398+

Compare car rental deals in India by type

Here are the best India small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best India large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best India van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan KicksAED 240/day
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Nissan Kicks

Best car rental deals found in India

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in India. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in India with an average daily rate of AED 460. Data was last updated on 14 December 2025.
Nissan KicksAED 240/day
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Nissan Kicks
Kia CarnivalAED 398/day
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Kia Carnival
Geely OkavangoAED 492/day
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Geely Okavango

Cheapflights insights for India car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in India 39 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 188/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 186% off the average price.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in India is August, when you can expect to pay AED 195/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is May (AED 297/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 231

February

AED 259

March

AED 262

April

AED 262

May

AED 297

June

AED 265

July

AED 208

August

AED 195

September

AED 235

October

AED 220

November

AED 210

December

AED 236

What car do most people hire in India?

The most popular types of cars to hire in India are the following: SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and Standard cars (Toyota Innova or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Instant Cabs has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in India at 49.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across India, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 142 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 December 2025.

Top rental agencies in India

Explore the leading car rental agencies in India known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in India. Reviews were last updated on 14 December 2025.

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2.0
Poor
1 review21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

18 locations

IndeCab

7 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

1First Car Rental

9 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 December 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in India?

    When hiring a car in India, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Europcar, and with prices around AED 371/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is COMPACT, which starts as low as AED 229/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?

    At AED 117/day, the cheapest car rental price in India was found in Ernakulam. On average, Ernakulam has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 158/day), which is 45% below average price for cities in India.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in India?

    In India, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in India

Browse car rentals by fuel type in India. Deals were last updated on 14 December 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in India. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 58+

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