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Cheap Car Rentals in India from AED 116

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 21/11 and drop-off date of 12/12. 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 11 November 2025.

Most popular company

Gozo Cabs

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

AED 259

Cheapest price per day

AED 116

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 11 November 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 116 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

AED 116+

Compact

Compact

AED 398+

Standard

Standard

AED 176+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 1,222+

SUV

SUV

AED 176+

Premium

Premium

AED 544+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 698+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 966+

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 medium 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:

Hyundai i10AED 116/day
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Hyundai i10
Nissan SunnyAED 117/day
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Nissan Sunny
Kia RioAED 131/day
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Kia Rio

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 455. Data was last updated on 11 November 2025.
Hyundai i10AED 116/day
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Hyundai i10
Nissan SunnyAED 117/day
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Nissan Sunny
Kia RioAED 131/day
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Kia Rio

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 74 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 202/day on average when booked 74 days ahead, which saves you 202% 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 196/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in India is May (AED 302/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 230

February

AED 257

March

AED 263

April

AED 262

May

AED 302

June

AED 264

July

AED 209

August

AED 196

September

AED 235

October

AED 221

November

AED 241

December

AED 252

What car do most people hire in India?

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

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 11 November 2025.

Among the most popular cities in India, Mumbai offers the lowest average rental price at just AED 181/day. Other affordable options include Chennai (AED 182/day), Kochi (AED 198/day), and Hyderabad (AED 202/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 11 November 2025.

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review8 locations

Avis

2.0
Poor
2 reviews14 locations

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review49 locations

SS Travels

2.0
Poor
1 review21 locations

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 11 November 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 130/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, Ernakulam has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 156/day), which is 38% 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 11 November 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 54+

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