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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Detroit?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Detroit 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 1 April 2025.

January

Rp 864,074

February

Rp 963,775

March

Rp 1,046,859

April

Rp 1,080,093

May

Rp 1,129,943

June

Rp 1,279,494

July

Rp 1,379,195

August

Rp 1,196,410

September

Rp 1,030,242

October

Rp 1,046,859

November

Rp 1,013,625

December

Rp 1,046,859

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Detroit is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Detroit

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Detroit to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 April 2025.

Small cars

Rp 496,510 - Rp 1,873,213

All Car Types

Rp 496,510 - Rp 2,836,822

To hire a small car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 491,670/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Detroit, the United States (~Rp 496,510/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,873,213/day). In fact, January is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, hiring a small car saves you 54% 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.

Top rental agencies in Detroit

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 1 April 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Detroit area such as Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

5.5
Fair
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Dollar

6.8
Okay
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.5

National

7.8
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.0
Good
28 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Thrifty

6.2
Okay
18 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Payless

5.0
Fair
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Detroit?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), National (7.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Detroit.

  • What are petrol prices like in Detroit?

    The average price of petrol in Detroit is Rp 14,955.14/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 672,981 and Rp 972,084 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Detroit, offering car hire for around Rp 8,448,156 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 28% on your car hire. For a below average price in Detroit, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Detroit however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban) in Detroit, making it the most popular option.

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