Cheap Car Rentals in Hilo from $36

To rent a small car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $69/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Hilo, the United States (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$85/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a small car saves you 13% 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 Hilo small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $68/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Hilo, the United States (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$87/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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 Hilo medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $93/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Hilo, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$121/day). In fact, August is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a large car is 15% 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 Hilo large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $79/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Hilo, the United States (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$101/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a SUV saves you 0% 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 Hilo SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $119/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in Hilo, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$159/day). In fact, September is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a van is 34% 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 Hilo van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $49/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Hilo, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$131/day). In fact, January is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a pickup truck saves you 38% 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 luxury car in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $132/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Hilo, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$204/day). In fact, March is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a luxury car is 40% 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.

To rent a convertible in Hilo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Hilo, the United States (~$78/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$137/day). In fact, September is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Hilo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Hilo, renting a convertible is 17% 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 Hilo convertible rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SX4$36/day

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Mini Hatch$37/day

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Chevrolet Spark$37/day

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• What are the requirements to rent a car in Hilo?

  Car rentals in Hilo require the renter to be at least 18 years old. Keep in mind, though, that most car rental locations in Hilo will charge an underage driver fee for anyone under the age of 25. If you are renting and you are 21 or older, you will need to have a major credit or debit card in your name. All renters, regardless of age, must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. If you are looking for Hilo car rentals and you’re not a US citizen, you will also need to provide your International Driver’s Permit and your valid passport when you pick up your rental.

• What are the rules for driving in Hilo?

  The rules for driving in Hilo are pretty standard along with the driving rules in the rest of the US. Perhaps the most important thing to note is that it’s illegal to use your cell phone at all while driving. If you need to use your phone, you need to pull over to the side of the road and turn the engine off before using it. Speed limits in Hilo change often, and Hawaii’s speeding penalties are strict, so keep your eye out for signs indicating any change. Seat belts are required for all passengers and children will need to ride in safety seats. It is prohibited to drive under the influence of alcohol and a blood alcohol content of 0.08% is considered a DUI. It is always a good idea to check with Hilo's Department of Motor Vehicles for any recent law changes before your trip.

• What kind of car is recommended for driving in Hilo?

  If you are looking for car rentals in Hilo, you may want to look for an electric car rental, if possible. The gas prices are significantly higher in Hawaii than in the mainland US because of the shipping costs, so if you get an electric car, you’ll save on gas money. Otherwise, you’ll likely want a sedan or a smaller SUV, something fuel-efficient because you’ll be relying on this to get around the island with the lack of public transport. Hilo car rentals like a small sedan will also allow easy parking at the beach or within the downtown area.

• What are the best places to park in Hilo?

  Parking your car in Hilo can be somewhat challenging. If you are staying at a hotel, most hotels in the area will provide overnight parking for an additional fee. If you are out and about during the day, there is a lot of metered parking within the city. However, be sure to read all signs posted in your chosen parking area to avoid any mishaps. Many of the attractions you’ll visit, including beaches and national parks, will have their own parking for a small fee, as well.

• What is the cheapest rental car found in Hilo?

  In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $101/day when booking a rental car in Hilo. The best deal a user found was for $40/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 22.

• What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Hilo?

  According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Hilo from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($36/day), Payless ($37/day), and Thrifty ($37/day).

• Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Hilo?

  Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Payless (9.0 rating) and Alamo (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Hilo.

• What are gas prices like in Hilo?

  The average gas price in Hilo is $3.41/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $40 and $58 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

• How much does it cost to rent a car in Hilo for a week from Dollar?

  Dollar is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental in Hilo. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $325 per week.

• How far in advance should I rent a car in Hilo for the best price?

  Booking early can save you upwards 42% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Hilo.

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

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

• How much does it cost to rent a car in Hilo for a month?

  Generally, a month-long car rental in Hilo can be found for about $1,391, with the average price for a rental being around $46 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 55% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Hilo.

• How much is a car rental in Hilo for a weekend?

  For a weekend car rental in Hilo, you can expect the average price to be around $128. Usually a Intermediate rental in Hilo is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Intermediate for January, it will cost approximately $77 per day.

• What car do most people rent in Hilo?

  The majority of Cheapflights travelers prefer to rent a Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) in Hilo, making it the most popular option.