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Cheap Car Rentals in Monterey from C$ 97

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 Monterey with a pick-up date of 27/3 and drop-off date of 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Monterey?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Monterey 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 20 February 2025.

January

C$ 83

February

C$ 102

March

C$ 112

April

C$ 105

May

C$ 102

June

C$ 119

July

C$ 123

August

C$ 115

September

C$ 106

October

C$ 100

November

C$ 98

December

C$ 106

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Monterey 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 Monterey

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Monterey to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Small cars

C$ 59 - C$ 142

All Car Types

C$ 63 - C$ 171

To rent a small car in Monterey, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 87/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Monterey, the United States (~C$ 59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 142/day). In fact, January is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Monterey. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Monterey, renting a small car saves you 17% 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 medium car in Monterey, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 103/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Monterey, the United States (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 177/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Monterey. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Monterey, renting a medium car saves you 2% 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 SUV in Monterey, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 56/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Monterey, the United States (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 144/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Monterey. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Monterey, renting a SUV saves you 48% 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.

Top rental agencies in Monterey

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Monterey known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Monterey. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Monterey, including National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis in Monterey. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Avis

8.2
Very good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Hertz

8.0
Very good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.6

Budget

7.9
Good
18 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.8

Alamo

7.3
Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

AutoEurope

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Monterey, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Monterey?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.9 rating), Avis (8.2 rating) and Hertz (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Monterey.

  • What are gas prices like in Monterey?

    The average gas price in Monterey is C$ 1.28/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 83 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Monterey for a week from Hertz?

    Renting a car in Monterey for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 624/week on average.

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

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 55% in Monterey - we recommend booking at least 83days in advance.

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in Monterey?

    The most popular car to rent while in Monterey is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

Luxury car rentals in Monterey

Find luxury car rental deals in Monterey from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Monterey cost an average of C$ 148 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Monterey 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.
Porsche 911C$ 97/day
5
2
M
A/C
Porsche 911
Audi A4C$ 199/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4

Van rentals in Monterey

Find van rental deals in Monterey from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Monterey cost an average of C$ 132 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Monterey area. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Kia CarnivalC$ 132/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival

Car rentals by fuel type in Monterey

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Monterey. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Monterey. Deals were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Monterey. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 68+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 68+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 93+

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