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Cheap Car Rentals in India from AED 171

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 14/8 and drop-off date of 15/8. 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 2026

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 3 July 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 297

Cheapest price per day

AED 171
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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 3 July 2026.
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There are currently 424 hire locations operating in India spread across 20 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in India is medium car at AED 171 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

AED 223+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 171+

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Standard

Standard

AED 171+

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Full-size

Full-size

AED 696+

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Premium

Premium

AED 1,354+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 271+

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Luxury

Luxury

AED 257+

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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 3 July 2026.
Infiniti Q50AED 171/day
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Ford FusionAED 171/day
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Ford Fusion
Found 07/02/26
Nissan SentraAED 223/day
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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 194/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 217% off the average price.

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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 190/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is October (AED 251/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 240

February

AED 235

March

AED 225

April

AED 226

May

AED 228

June

AED 214

July

AED 195

August

AED 190

September

AED 246

October

AED 251

November

AED 209

December

AED 223

What car do most people hire in India?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in India?

Gozo Cabs has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in India at 15.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in India?

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 97 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2026.

Among the most popular cities in India, Mumbai offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 162/day. Other affordable options include Chennai (AED 162/day), Kochi (AED 171/day), and New Delhi (AED 171/day).

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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 3 July 2026.

Hertz

8 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

2.0
Poor
2 reviews•15 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

18 locations
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IndeCab

7 locations
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MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations
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1First Car Rental

9 locations
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Antaeus

1 location
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Car Club

23 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2026.

  • 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 Avis, and with prices around AED 165/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is STANDARD, which starts as low as AED 162/day.

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

    At AED 154/day, the cheapest car rental price in India was found in Gurugram. On average, Gurugram has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 156/day), which is 49% 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 3 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in India. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 103+

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