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Cheap Car Rentals in Portland, ME

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Portland, ME car rentals in 2026

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 12 June 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.71

Average price per day

C$ 82

Cheapest price per day

C$ 47

Cheapflights insights for Portland car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Portland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Portland?

For the best savings on car rentals in Portland, make your reservation 87 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 98/day – about 51% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Portland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Portland is Budget (rated 8.4/10 with 44 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10 with 34 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Portland is November, when you can expect to pay C$ 59/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Portland is July (C$ 145/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

C$ 66

February

C$ 67

March

C$ 60

April

C$ 68

May

C$ 85

June

C$ 113

July

C$ 145

August

C$ 140

September

C$ 94

October

C$ 103

November

C$ 59

December

C$ 75

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 12 June 2026.

Budget

8.4
Very good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.4
Very good
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.5

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

Avis

7.7
Good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.6
Good
20 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.0
Good
25 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

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 12 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Portland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 82/day when booking a rental car in Portland. The best deal a user found was for C$ 47/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Avis is one of the top picks in Portland. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 562 per week on average.

  • 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?

    Provider's pick currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 71% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Portland. Typically, a monthly car rental in Portland can be found for C$ 2,407. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 80 a day.

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