Car rental in China

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rentals in China

Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find China car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

China car rental at a glance

Most popular providerHertz
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points22, Hong Kong is most popular
Cheapest price found₹ 2,932 per day, Fuzhou
Cheapest month to rentJune
Best time to book4 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in China could cost, we've pulled prices from Fuzhou.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in China

The cheapest month to rent a car in China is June, when the average cost per day is ₹3,185. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is May, when the average cost per day is ₹3,188. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in China is August.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in China could cost, we've pulled prices from Shanghai.

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Car rental in China: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in China, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in China, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in China is Avis. You can rent a car with them for ₹ 16,569 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Avis, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in China depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in China, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in China. First, you need to decide where in China you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in China. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in China you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Hong Kong. On average, it costs ₹ 8,112 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is ₹ 5,546 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in China

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in China is Premium, 4 door .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in China are Hertz, Auto Leading, and Goodway Pass. The cheapest company we've found is Goodway Pass. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 4 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are ₹2,932 a day and ₹3,214 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in China you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of China. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in China is Hong Kong. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Fuzhou.

Rent a car long-term in China

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in China with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.