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Cheap Car Hire in Portland, Maine from £44

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Portland with a pick-up date of 16/1 and drop-off date of 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 18 December 2024.

January

£26

February

£38

March

£39

April

£45

May

£48

June

£63

July

£74

August

£67

September

£56

October

£62

November

£37

December

£39

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 hire in Portland, ME and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 December 2024.

There are 12 hire agencies servicing Portland. These agencies, altogether, have 16 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Portland with prices from £44 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Portland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Portland, ME

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 18 December 2024.

Small cars

£33 - £76

All Car Types

£31 - £78

To hire a small car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £47/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Portland, the United States (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£76/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portland, hiring a small car saves you 6% 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 small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £48/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Portland, the United States (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£85/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portland, hiring 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. Here are the best Portland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £55/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Portland, the United States (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£157/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portland, hiring a large car is 10% 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Portland, the United States, you would pay an average price of £43/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Portland, the United States (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£76/day). In fact, December is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Portland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Portland, hiring a SUV saves you 12% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda Fit£45/day
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Honda Fit
Mini Hatch£45/day
4
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A/C
Mini Hatch

Top hire agencies in Portland, ME

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Portland, ME known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Portland, ME. Reviews were last updated on 18 December 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Portland area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
42 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

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

7.9

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

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

National

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Hertz

7.1
Good
28 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Thrifty

1 location

Best Portland, ME car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Portland, ME. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Portland, ME with an average daily rate of £57. Data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Peruse the best Portland car hire deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Opel Grandland X£44/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Opel Grandland X
Volkswagen Polo£45/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Honda Fit£45/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Portland, ME, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 December 2024.
  • What car hire 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: Hertz (£44/day), Avis (£45/day), and Dollar (£50/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and Budget (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Portland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Portland?

    The average price of petrol in Portland is £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Portland for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Portland. They can have you in a hire car for about £491 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Portland it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 25%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Portland it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    £0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Portland. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate SUV car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Portland?

    Mazda CX-5, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Portland according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Portland, ME

Find small car hire deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Portland, ME cost an average of £52 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Hyundai i10£51/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£53/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

Luxury car hires in Portland, ME

Find luxury car hire deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Portland, ME cost an average of £94 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Reserve a luxury car hire in Portland by selecting one of these great deals available. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car hire for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£53/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Jaguar XF£55/day
5
4
M
A/C
Jaguar XF
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£55/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

People carrier hires in Portland, ME

Find people carrier hire deals in Portland, ME from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Portland, ME cost an average of £95 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on people carrier hires in Portland. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on people carrier hires.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£58/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Ford Galaxy£69/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy
Ford Galaxy£73/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy

Car hires by fuel type in Portland, ME

Browse car hires by fuel type in Portland, ME. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Portland, ME. Deals were last updated on 18 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Portland, ME. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£52+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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