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Cheap Car Rentals in China from $41

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in China with a pick-up date of 12/23 and drop-off date of 12/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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China car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in China. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$55

Cheapest price per day

$41

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

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across China, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 392 pickup locations in China to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Price

$38 - $60

Out of all the popular cities in China, Chengdu is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $38/day. Renting a car in Chengdu is 37% cheaper than renting one in Shenzhen where the per day rate is around $60. Other fairly inexpensive cities in China to get a rental car in are: Shanghai ($39/day), Chongqing ($40/day), and Xiamen ($41/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Chengdu should expect to spend around $38/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in China is Chengdu.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in China 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 December 18, 2024.

January

$45

February

$43

March

$47

April

$42

May

$47

June

$57

July

$46

August

$57

September

$43

October

$44

November

$47

December

$47

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in China is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 China

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in China to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 18, 2024.

Small cars

$42 - $48

All Car Types

$54 - $76

To rent a small car in China, you would pay an average price of $44/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in China (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$48/day). In fact, April is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for China. When comparing with other car types available for rental in China, renting a small car saves you 31% 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 China small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in China, you would pay an average price of $51/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in China (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$79/day). In fact, April is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for China. When comparing with other car types available for rental in China, renting a medium car saves you 20% 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 China medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in China, you would pay an average price of $83/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in China (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$93/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for China. When comparing with other car types available for rental in China, renting a large car is 22% more expensive. 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 China large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in China, you would pay an average price of $79/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in China (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$96/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for China. When comparing with other car types available for rental in China, renting a SUV is 19% more expensive. 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 China SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Versa$41/day
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Nissan Sentra$50/day
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Top rental agencies in China

Explore the leading car rental agencies in China known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car rental companies in China. Reviews were last updated on December 18, 2024.

Avis

100 locations

Hertz

98 locations

keddy by Europcar

64 locations

Europcar

57 locations

Ehi

45 locations

Tongye

26 locations

United Auto Rental

2 locations

Best China car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in China. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 7 rental car agencies in China with an average daily rate of $74. Data was last updated on December 18, 2024.
Nissan Versa$41/day
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Nissan Sentra$50/day
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Subaru Crosstrek$56/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in China, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 18, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in China?

    When visiting China, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Sanya where rental cars typically will cost around $55/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in China was found in Sanya for just $50/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in China?

    In China, drivers are expected to maintain the lane(s) on the left side of the road.

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