Car hire in Louisiana

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Louisiana

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Louisiana car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Louisiana car hire at a glance

Most popular rental companyBudget
Most popular carPremium, 4-5 doors
Cities to choose from23, New Orleans is most popular
Cheapest price foundRs7,941 per day, Baton Rouge
Cheapest monthJune
Best time to book2 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Louisiana could cost, we've pulled prices from Baton Rouge.

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Cities in Louisiana

Take a look at the different cities in Louisiana you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airport options in Louisiana

If you’re flying to Louisiana it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Louisiana

A cheaper month to rent a car in Louisiana is June, when the average cost per day is Rs13,513. If that doesn’t work for you, try searching for another month you'd like to travel in and compare deals today.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Louisiana could cost, we've pulled prices from New Orleans.

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All you need to know about Louisiana

Side of the roadRight
CurrencyUS Dollar
LanguageEnglish
Motorway speed limitVaries from state to state
Built-up area speed limitVaries from state to state
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car hire in Louisiana: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Louisiana, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire 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 Louisiana 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.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Louisiana depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Louisiana, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to hire a car in Louisiana. First, you need to decide where in Louisiana you want to pick up your car from.

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 Louisiana. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.
It depends where in Louisiana you want to visit. The most popular place to go is New Orleans. On average, it costs Rs20,889 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is Rs12,013 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Louisiana

Here are some tips to help you bag 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', '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 Louisiana is Premium, 4-5 doors .

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire companies in Louisiana are Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. The cheapest company we've found is Economy. 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 hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are Rs7,941 a day and Rs7,306 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Louisiana you're going to visit? There’s 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 Louisiana. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Louisiana is New Orleans. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Baton Rouge.

Hire a car long term in Louisiana

Looking to hire 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 hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

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