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Cheap Car Hire in New Orleans

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Cheapflights insights for New Orleans car hires

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How far in advance should I hire a car in New Orleans?

For the best savings on car hire in New Orleans, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R833/day – about 1 345% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in New Orleans?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New Orleans is Hertz (rated 5.3/10 with 101 reviews). Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 34 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Orleans?

At New Orleans, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R886. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging R1 134 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In New Orleans, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R886. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging R1 134 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R886

February

R1 010

March

R992

April

R1 063

May

R1 063

June

R992

July

R1 098

August

R1 010

September

R939

October

R1 081

November

R1 134

December

R974

What car do most people hire in New Orleans?

SUV cars (Ford Expedition or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Orleans. Full-size cars (Ford Taurus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New Orleans?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in New Orleans at 4.

Top rental agencies in New Orleans

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Orleans known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Orleans. Reviews were last updated on 11 יוני 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in New Orleans, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

5,3
Fair
101 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,6

Budget

6,6
Okay
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,7

Dollar

5,3
Fair
65 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

4,3

Thrifty

4,8
Mediocre
45 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,7

Comfort

5,1

Overall

4,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

4,8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
14 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,7

Sixt

1 location

Avis

4,8
Mediocre
23 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,1

Overall

4,8

Pick-up/drop-off

4,6

Value

5,8

Economy Rent a Car

4,6
Mediocre
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Orleans, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 יוני 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New Orleans for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can hire a car in New Orleans from about R11 431 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New Orleans?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in New Orleans for a month is certainly possible.

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