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Cheap Car Rentals in Portland, ME from C$ 74

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 Portland with a pick-up date of 8/4 and drop-off date of 11/4. 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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Portland, ME car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Portland, ME. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.29

Average price per day

C$ 63

Cheapest price per day

C$ 74

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Portland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Portland, ME 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 25 March 2025.

January

C$ 64

February

C$ 64

March

C$ 64

April

C$ 78

May

C$ 84

June

C$ 116

July

C$ 133

August

C$ 123

September

C$ 103

October

C$ 113

November

C$ 68

December

C$ 74

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Portland 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.

Popular car types in Portland, ME

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Portland, ME and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

In Portland, there are 16 active rental locations from 12 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Portland in the past week - currently priced from C$ 74/day. View deals for 6 car types available to rent in this destination:

Economy

Economy

C$ 74+

Compact

Compact

C$ 78+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 77+

Standard

Standard

C$ 83+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 96+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 117+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 134+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 142+

Compare available car types for rental in Portland, ME

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Portland, ME to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

C$ 58 - C$ 433

All Car Types

C$ 50 - C$ 167

To rent a small car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 131/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Portland, the United States (~C$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 433/day). In fact, November is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portland, renting a small car is 22% 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 Portland small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Portland, the United States (~C$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 138/day). In fact, February is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portland, renting a medium car saves you 28% 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 Portland medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Portland, the United States (~C$ 44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 204/day). In fact, March is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portland, renting a large car saves you 26% 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 Portland large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 82/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Portland, the United States (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 132/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portland, renting a SUV saves you 20% 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 Portland SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 126/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Portland, the United States (~C$ 78/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 394/day). In fact, April is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Portland, renting a van is 19% 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 Portland van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioC$ 74/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Kia ForteC$ 78/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Toyota YarisC$ 94/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Portland, ME

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Portland, ME known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Portland, ME. Reviews were last updated on 25 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Portland, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Alamo in Portland. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
39 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Budget

8.2
Very good
52 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.3
Very good
28 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

National

8.2
Very good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Dollar

7.9
Good
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.1

Avis

7.7
Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Hertz

7.1
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Thrifty

1 location

Best Portland, ME car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Portland, ME. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Portland, ME with an average daily rate of C$ 100. Data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Portland area. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Kia RioC$ 74/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai AvanteC$ 77/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Avante
Mazda Mazda2C$ 78/day
4
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Portland, ME, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Portland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 63/day when booking a rental car in Portland. The best deal a user found was for C$ 57/day from Budget, booked on Mar. 23.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Portland from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (C$ 74/day), Alamo (C$ 91/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 93/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and National (8.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Portland.

  • What are gas prices like in Portland?

    The average gas price in Portland is C$ 1.29/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 84 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Portland for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Portland. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 439 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 24% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Portland.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Portland for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Budget currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 10% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Portland. Typically, a monthly car rental in Portland can be found for C$ 1,882. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 63 a day.

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

    C$ 0 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Portland. To save money, consider booking a Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Portland?

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

Small car rentals in Portland, ME

Find small car rental deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Portland, ME cost an average of C$ 167 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Honda FitC$ 98/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 98/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 110/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Portland, ME

Find luxury car rental deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Portland, ME cost an average of C$ 248 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Portland. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Audi A4C$ 133/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Audi A4C$ 142/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 143/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Van rentals in Portland, ME

Find van rental deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Portland, ME cost an average of C$ 256 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Portland. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota SiennaC$ 113/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Chrysler PacificaC$ 117/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler Pacifica
Kia CarnivalC$ 126/day
5
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Carnival

Car rentals by fuel type in Portland, ME

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Portland, ME. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Portland, ME. Deals were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Portland, ME. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 46+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 46+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 66+

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