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Top Car Deals in Hawaii Island
Compact
$54
Special
$56
Economy
$58
Standard
$60
Midsize
$61
Fullsize
$63
Premium
$81
Luxury
$84
Midsize Elite
$100
Mini Van
$108
Standard Elite SUV
$142
Premium Elite SUV
$194
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Car rental prices on Hawaii Island
The Big Island is yours with rental car prices starting at $54*. The island's many natural wonders are popular, so reserving your car in advance may help you lock in good car rental prices on Hawaii Island. Prices vary depending on car class and pick-up location, but you can find some good deals as you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime with a car rental near the Mauna Loa volcano.
Finding some of the best deals for cheap car rentals on Hawaii Island
Islands are notoriously expensive, but Expedia's "Great Deal" function helps you find the lowest prices available for Hawaii Island car rentals in each class. Select the features you need for your journey to the Umauma waterfalls or your relaxed beach vacation at Hualalai to be sure that you've got a great deal. Pay now options may also be the best way for you to lower the car rental cost on the Big Island, so you and your family can dive into its incomparable natural wonder.
Some of the best car rental companies on Hawaii Island
Thrifty and Dollar are some of the best car rentals on the Big Island in Hawaii, but many other brands have fleets of cars on the island as well. Expedia works with companies you can trust so you can rest easy when searching for some of the best deals for your relaxed island getaway or your family adventure to explore the lava fields and hike through a lava tube in the Kaumana caves.
Some of the best places to rent a car on Hawaii Island
Most car rentals on the Big Island are at the two big airports, Kona and Hilo, offering convenient solutions for your whole trip. But, depending on how much time you plan to spend relaxing on the beach, you may want to wait to get what could be the best deal for car rental on Hawaii Island. Reserve a rental car in Kailua-Kona or Waimea (Kamuela) to add some exploring onto your beach vacation or make your way from one side of the island to the other.
Advice on car rental on Hawaii Island for first-time visitors
Even though there are a lot of similarities to the mainland, driving a rental car on Hawaii Island is a bit different. Gas prices are higher than on the mainland, and speed limits change frequently, which means a slower speed in general helps avoid speeding tickets and improve your fuel economy. When you pick up your rental car on Hawaii Island, it's a good idea to check with the company for updates on road conditions. Due to its size, the Big Island also has more wildlife than the rest of Hawaii, so keep your eyes out for unexpected animals.
Hawaii Island car rental types
With its bountiful selection of active vacation and outdoor adventure spots, SUVs are a popular choice for a car rental on Hawaii Island, especially if you're heading up along Hawaii State Highway 200, also known as the Saddle Road, or to the summit of Mauna Kea, which requires 4WD. On a romantic getaway for two? Then maybe it's time to finally snag that sports car rental on Hawaii Island you've been dreaming of and hug the curves along the coast on the Mamalahoa Highway. Or, make your trip smooth sailing from start to finish with a luxury car rental on the Big Island to transport you to and from Kona airport and around the beaches of the northwest coast in style.
One-way and long-term car rentals on Hawaii Island
If you want to make the most of your time exploring the beaches of the northwest coast, it might be a good choice to book a one-way car rental on Hawaii Island from Kona to Hilo airport. Staying for a few months and want to stay mobile? Our partners also have great options for long-term rentals, so you can spend more time exploring the incredible nature around Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain in the world as measured from its sea floor base.
Benefits of booking a car rental on Hawaii Island with Expedia
Booking a Hawaii Island car rental with Expedia gives you access to our massive selection of cars, so you can compare and make sure you get the best deal for your stay. We let you see if previous customers recommend the brand, so you know if it's good value for the money. You also get a comprehensive overview of the cancellation policy. With Expedia, you can get even lower prices for car rentals on the Big Island by booking together with your hotel, be it on sandy Mauna Lani beach or inland by the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
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