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 19 October 2025.
Most popular company | Gozo Cabs |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | AED 258 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 120 |
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 52 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 195/day on average when booked 52 days ahead, which saves you 190% 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 200/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is May (AED 304/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 237
February
AED 257
March
AED 262
April
AED 260
May
AED 304
June
AED 266
July
AED 204
August
AED 200
September
AED 232
October
AED 230
November
AED 256
December
AED 256
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.
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 142 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 October 2025.
Among the most popular cities in India, Mumbai offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 156/day. Other affordable options include Chennai (AED 195/day), Kochi (AED 201/day), and Hyderabad (AED 205/day).
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 19 October 2025.
Hertz
Avis
Europcar
SS Travels
Gozo Cabs
IndeCab
MyChoize Car Rental
1First Car Rental
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 October 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 Gozo Cabs, and with prices around AED 129/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Gozo Cabs is ECONOMY, which starts as low as AED 116/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?
At AED 116/day, the cheapest car rental price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, Mumbai has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 156/day), which is 36% 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.