Cheap Car Rentals in Minneapolis from $21
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 Minneapolis with a pick-up date of 1/30 and drop-off date of 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Minneapolis car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Minneapolis. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Most popular company | ACE |
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Price of gas per gallon | $3.41 |
Average price per day | $50 |
Cheapest price per day | $21 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Minneapolis?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Minneapolis 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 enero 23, 2025.
January
$43
February
$49
March
$56
April
$59
May
$62
June
$74
July
$81
August
$71
September
$58
October
$59
November
$54
December
$56
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Minneapolis to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Small cars | $40 - $94 | |
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All Car Types | $54 - $103 |
To rent a small car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $65/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Minneapolis, the United States (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$94/day). In fact, January is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a small 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 Minneapolis small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $68/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Minneapolis, the United States (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$95/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a medium car 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 Minneapolis medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $83/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Minneapolis, the United States (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$111/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a large car is 9% 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 Minneapolis large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $76/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Minneapolis, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$103/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a SUV is 2% 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 Minneapolis SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $103/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Minneapolis, the United States (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$126/day). In fact, February is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a van is 27% 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 Minneapolis van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a pickup truck in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $63/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Minneapolis, the United States (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$135/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a pickup truck saves you 16% 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 Minneapolis pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a luxury car in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $94/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Minneapolis, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$118/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a luxury car is 20% 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 Minneapolis luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a convertible in Minneapolis, the United States, you would pay an average price of $109/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Minneapolis, the United States (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$152/day). In fact, February is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Minneapolis. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Minneapolis, renting a convertible is 31% 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.
Tips for renting a car in Minneapolis
Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Minneapolis including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on enero 23, 2025.
- Driving a rental car is a fantastic way to see Minneapolis, a city bisected by the Mississippi River on the eastern edge of Minnesota. Whether you are in Minneapolis to visit someone at the University of Minnesota, attend business meetings, or enjoy outdoor recreation, a rental car can get you there faster and more conveniently than public transportation. And in a Minneapolis rental car, you can see the sites such as the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Mill Ruins Park, the Wabasha Street Caves, the Bell Museum, and the Harriet Alexander Nature Center. You can drive a Minneapolis car rental beyond city limits southwest to Chicago, northeast to the Michigan Upper Peninsula, or southwest to Sioux Falls.
- Minnesota winters tend to last from November through April, and Minneapolis tends to get about 51 inches of snow a year, compared to the national average of 28 inches a year. Therefore, if you rent a car in Minneapolis in the winter, be prepared to drive in a lot of snow. Make sure you clear your vehicle of all ice and snow before you attempt to drive it. If the windows are iced or fogged up, make sure the defroster clears them completely before you drive the car. Access local news reports and stick to the plowed roads. If it starts snowing so hard while you are driving your Minneapolis rental car that it becomes a whiteout and visibility is impaired, pull over until the worst of the intense snowfall lets up.
- Located about a 20-minute drive southeast of downtown Minneapolis, the Minneapolis - St Paul International Airport (MSP) makes an easy and convenient location for securing a Minneapolis car rental. All rental car agencies at MSP are located in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. In Terminal 1, the rental agency counters are on the ground level of the Silver Parking Ramp, which you can reach via an underground tram. At Terminal 2, the rental agency counters are on the ground level of the Purple Ramp in the Ground Transportation Center. The Purple Ramp is right across from the terminal building. You can return your rental car to either terminal.
Top rental agencies in Minneapolis
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Minneapolis known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Minneapolis. Reviews were last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Minneapolis, including Ace, Thrifty and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Best Minneapolis car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Minneapolis. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Minneapolis with an average daily rate of $35. Data was last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Peruse the best Minneapolis car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Minneapolis, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on enero 23, 2025.
What should I know about driving in Minneapolis?
Most of the streets in the city of Minneapolis are plotted on a grid and many of them are numbered, which makes navigation easier. The rush hour of the Twin Cities, meaning Minneapolis and nearby St. Paul, tends to be particularly long, from 6 am to 9 am and then from 3:30 pm to 6 pm. Consider adding on a GPS navigation device in order to help you navigate around traffic congestion. In Minneapolis and everywhere in Minnesota, it is illegal to be holding your phone while you are driving. You are not even allowed to call, text, or use the internet at a red light.
Can I drive my Minneapolis car rental north into Canada?
Before you drive your Minneapolis car rental into Canada, first obtain permission from the car rental agency when you make your reservation. It is important to let the car rental agency know in advance that you will be taking the car into Canada so that they can have all the paperwork and insurance prepared for you. However, most agencies prohibit luxury and specialty car from leaving the US. When you cross the border, Canadian officials will ask to see your US driver's license, your US passport, and a Canadian Non-Resident Insurance Card, which you must get from the car rental company.
Should I include add-ons when I make my rental car reservation?
Yes. You should always mention what add-ons you want when you are making your reservation with a rental car agency. If you wait until you arrive at the counter to mention an add-on, the agency might not have the add-on available for you at that time. For instance, according to Minnesota law, any child seven years old and younger or shorter than 57 inches must be in a child safety seat appropriate for their size while riding in the vehicle. So, if you need a child safety seat, you need to reserve the correct size - infant, child, or booster.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Minneapolis?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $50/day when booking a rental car in Minneapolis. The best deal a user found was for $23/day from Ace, booked on Jan. 20.
What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Minneapolis?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Minneapolis from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($21/day), Ace ($27/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($28/day).
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Minneapolis?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Ace (9.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and Avis (7.1 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Minneapolis.
What are gas prices like in Minneapolis?
The average gas price in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis for a week from Ace?
Ace is one of the most popular car rental companies in Minneapolis, offering car rentals for around $304 per week on average.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Minneapolis for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 18% to make it a great deal in Minneapolis. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Minneapolis?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Minneapolis for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Minneapolis for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Minneapolis can be found for about $1,305, with the average price for a rental being around $44 a day. Book with Ace, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 53% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Minneapolis.
How much is a car rental in Minneapolis for a weekend?
$68 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Minneapolis. To save money, consider booking a Premium car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in February, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $63 per day.
What car do most people rent in Minneapolis?
Chevrolet Impala, which is a Premium vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Minneapolis according to Cheapflights users.
Small car rentals in Minneapolis
Find small car rental deals in Minneapolis from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Minneapolis cost an average of $40 per day. Price data was last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Luxury car rentals in Minneapolis
Find luxury car rental deals in Minneapolis from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Minneapolis cost an average of $43 per day. Price data was last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Minneapolis by selecting one these great deals we've found. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Minneapolis. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Minneapolis. Deals were last updated on enero 23, 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Minneapolis. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($30+).
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$30+
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$36+
Hybrid
$32+