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Chennai car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Chennai. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 May 2026.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 18,394.06

Average price per day

Rp 2,079,236

Cheapest price per day

Rp 1,189,423
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Cheapflights insights for Chennai car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chennai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Chennai?

Book your car hire in Chennai 88 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 565,971/day on average when booked 88 days ahead, which saves you 943,185% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Chennai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Chennai is Hertz (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 2.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
10.0
Europcar
Europcar
2.0
SS Travels
SS Travels
2.0
Gozo Cabs
Gozo Cabs
0.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Chennai?

At Chennai, the best time to rent a car is at October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 848,956. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,255,748 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Chennai, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 848,956. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,255,748 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 1,185,002

February

Rp 1,185,002

March

Rp 1,238,062

April

Rp 1,185,002

May

Rp 1,255,748

June

Rp 1,220,375

July

Rp 972,763

August

Rp 990,449

September

Rp 866,643

October

Rp 848,957

November

Rp 866,643

December

Rp 919,703

What car do most people hire in Chennai?

Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Chennai. Passenger van cars (Toyota Innova or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Toyota Innova or similar).

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Top rental agencies in Chennai

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chennai known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chennai. Reviews were last updated on 22 May 2026.

Hertz

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

3 locations
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Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

SS Travels

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Gozo Cabs

1 location
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Avis

2 locations
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MyChoize Car Rental

1 location
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Car Club

2 locations
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Myles

4 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chennai, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chennai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 2,079,236/day when booking a car hire in Chennai. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 1,189,423/day from Europcar, booked on May 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chennai for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Chennai. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 14,554,652 per week.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Chennai.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Chennai for a month is Rp 62,377,080. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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