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Cheap Car Rentals in India from AED 299

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 4/6 and drop-off date of 9/6. 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 29 May 2025.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 508

Cheapest price per day

AED 299

What are the car hire 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 234 pickup locations in India to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 May 2025.

Price

AED 406 - AED 650

Out of all the popular cities in India, New Delhi is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just AED 406/day. Renting a car in New Delhi is 38% cheaper than renting one in Kochi where the per day rate is around AED 650. Other fairly inexpensive cities in India to get a rental car in are: Hyderabad (AED 432/day), Ahmedabad (AED 518/day), and Mumbai (AED 523/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Kochi should expect to spend around AED 650/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in India is Kochi.

Cheapest time to rent a car in India

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in India and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 29 May 2025.

January

AED 242

February

AED 242

March

AED 242

April

AED 246

May

AED 260

June

AED 227

July

AED 235

August

AED 246

September

AED 238

October

AED 246

November

AED 246

December

AED 246

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 29 May 2025.

There are currently 326 hire locations operating in India spread across 17 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in India is small car at AED 299 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

AED 299+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 933+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 523+

Compare available car types for rental in India

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in India to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 May 2025.

Small cars

AED 259 - AED 445

All Car Types

AED 259 - AED 664

To rent a small car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 326/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in India (~AED 259/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 445/day). In fact, June is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a small car saves you 35% 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 India small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 441/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in India (~AED 259/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~AED 771/day). In fact, August is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting 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.

To rent a large car in India, you would pay an average price of AED 373/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in India (~AED 257/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 961/day). In fact, August is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a large car saves you 25% 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 India large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in India, you would pay an average price of AED 449/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in India (~AED 355/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~AED 771/day). In fact, August is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for India. When comparing with other car types available for rental in India, renting a van saves you 10% 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 India van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 299/day
4
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Audi A3AED 316/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 316/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class

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 29 May 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in India, including locations near Kochi, Hyderabad and Chennai. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

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

Europcar

50 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

Avis

2.0
Poor
1 review14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Instant Cabs

67 locations

keddy by Europcar

35 locations

Car Club

23 locations

MyChoize Car Rental

16 locations

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 620. Data was last updated on 29 May 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in India including options serving Kochi, Hyderabad and Chennai. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 299/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Audi A3AED 316/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 316/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in India, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in India?

    At AED 300/day, the cheapest car rental price in India was found in Mumbai. On average, New Delhi has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 406/day), which is 20% 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 29 May 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 142+

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