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Metairie car rentals from $37/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Metairie with a pick-up date of 11/2 and drop-off date of 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Cheap car rentals in Metairie

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Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$37/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$39/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$37/day
Buick Verano car
Buick Verano
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$48/day
Class Full-size Car car
Class Full-size Car
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
$46/day
Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$76/day
Volkswagen Atlas car
Volkswagen Atlas
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$78/day
Chevrolet Impala car
Chevrolet Impala
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
$51/day
Lincoln MKZ car
Lincoln MKZ
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
$69/day
Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
3
2/4
$47/day
Chevrolet Suburban car
Chevrolet Suburban
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$89/day
Chevrolet Captiva car
Chevrolet Captiva
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$44/day
Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$46/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Metairie

  • Metairie’s public means of transport are dominated by trains and Greyhound buses. The trains and buses cover specified routes in a fixed schedule. If you intend to realize movement flexibility, you should consider renting a car from Metairie car rentals. With a rented car from the car rentals in Metairie, you will enjoy schedule and destination flexibility. Among the key destinations you could visit with your rented car are; Lafreniere Park, Lakeside Shopping Center, Jefferson Performing Arts Center, and St Ann Catholic Church and National Shrine,
  • There are specific rules you are required to be aware of if you plan to drive cheap car rentals in Metairie with your little ones. Children under the age of six or under 60lbs must be restrained in a safety seat that is ideal for their size and weight when riding in a car. A properly fitted seat belt must also be worn in the back seat by kids who are at least 6 years old and 60lbs or more. These rules, which are based on Louisiana state statutes for child passenger safety, are intended to safeguard kids from serious harm in the event of an accident.
  • The main airport serving Metairie, LA, is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY / KMSY). If you are flying to the city via MSY, you may consider renting a car from any of the MSY’s onsite car rentals. These car rentals are easily accessed in the consolidated MSY car rental facility along 600 Rental Boulevard, Kenner. The car rental center is accessible via an MSY Rental Car Lot Shuttle that is boarded at the Long Term Parking Garage. At the center, some of the accessible Metairie car rentals include, but are not limited to, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, and Hertz.
  • The rental car age requirement in Metairie, Louisiana is usually 21 years old, but some rental car companies may have extra requirements and fees for drivers under 25 years old. It's best to check with your specific rental car provider on their policies regarding age limits for renting a car beforehand. It's also important to keep in mind that valid driver's licenses and credit cards are typically a requirement for renting a car from most rental car companies.
  • Metairie does have one-way streets and navigating these streets can be tricky, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. One way to navigate one-way streets while driving cheap car rentals in Metairie is to use a GPS navigation system or a map to plan your route in advance, so you know which streets are one-way before setting out. Additionally, it's important to pay attention to road signs and markings, as they can provide important information about one-way streets.
  • When driving your rented car from any of the several car rentals in Metairie, you should not only be careful of the jaywalkers and blackspots but also the speed traps on the Metairie roads. Being got out in a speed trap may ruin your entire trip by influencing delays and possible fines that make the journey unnecessarily expensive. When approaching Bissonnet Street, near Veterans Boulevard, you should maintain a speed limit of 20 mph. Despite lacking a nearby school, the area is home to Heaven Church. You will also notice another speed trap along Avron Street near Kent Street. Motorcycle cops will often hide behind the tree to notice your speeding rented car.
  • During the annual Independence Day celebrations that are usually celebrated on the 4th of July, most roads heading towards Uncle Sam Jam Jefferson Parish realize traffic backups. Driving your rented car from some of the major car rentals in Metairie becomes a major nightmare. Wrecks have become common, especially in the streets near Lafreniere Park, since most travelers would be rushing to get a space in the park. These celebrations attract worse traffic snarl-ups on the major roads than even what is realized in the morning and evening rush or commuter hours.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Metairie for $38 or less
  • Book your rental car in Metairie at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Premium rental cars in Metairie are around 20% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Metairie

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Metairie?

    On average a rental car in Metairie costs $50 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Metairie found in the last 2 weeks is $35.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Metairie?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($37/day), Hertz ($39/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($46/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 4531 Veterans Memorial Blvd 70006-5331 (2 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Metairie?

    The average gas price in Metairie is $3.70 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $44 and $59, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Metairie?

    Premium (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Metairie.

  • Which car rental companies are at Louis Armstrong airport (MSY)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Louis Armstrong airport include Hertz, Thrifty, Dollar, Economy Rent a Car and Econorent.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Louis Armstrong airport (MSY)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Louis Armstrong airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Avis, Payless, Alamo, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Metairie?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Premium car rental cost in Metairie?

    A Premium car rental in Metairie costs $89 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Metairie?

    A Standard car rental in Metairie costs $62 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Metairie?

    A Special car rental in Metairie costs $46 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Metairie?

    In Metairie, cars are most frequently rented at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 10200 East I-10 Service Rd. (11 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Metairie?

    On average a rental car in Metairie costs $348 per week ($50 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Metairie?

    On average a rental car in Metairie costs $1,492 per month ($50 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Metairie?

    Most car rental providers in Metairie offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Metairie, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Metairie?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 6 car rental agencies in Metairie.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Metairie?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Metairie?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Metairie so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Metairie?

    The choice of your car type should partly be influenced by convenience, destination sites, and the number of travelers. If you are traveling alone, you should consider renting an economy car from the main car rentals in Metairie. If your destinations are mostly located in the busy Downtown streets, a compact car is preferred. If you are coming in a group of five, a standard car is the best option. Compared to compact and SUVs, the standard car ensures a balance between capacity and convenience.

  • Where can I charge my electric car in Metairie?

    There are a total of 332 public charging stations in Metairie including both Level 2 and Level 3 charging ports. Some of these charging stations offer free charging services for electric vehicle drivers. Some of them are Tesla Supercharger and Wmc Metairie Station 4 located near Veterans Blvd. You can also use applications and services like myChevrolet Mobile App Energy Assist to assist identify charging outlets and plan the most efficient routes. Depending on the brand and type of electric car, information about charging times and available methods may change.

  • What’s the speed limit in Metairie?

    When driving on Metairie roads, you should be keen to notice speed limit postings. These postings will indicate the recommended speed for a particular street and county road. Unless otherwise posted, you will be expected to maintain a 70 mph speed limit on highways. When driving in the residential, church, and school environments, a 20 mph speed limit has to be maintained.

  • What road trips can I take from Metairie?

    With Metairie car rentals you can get to various destinations that are within an hour's drive away. For example, Gulfport is a popular beach destination with beautiful stretches of white sand and crystal-clear waters and Baton Rouge has popular attractions like the Shaw Center for the Arts.

  • Where are the best places to park in Metairie?

    Parking in the busy Metairie streets exposes your rented car from Metairie car rentals to safety and security threats. For safer parking, consider booking a hotel with on-site free parking or a budget for the metered parking lots in your destinations. Key among these parking lots include; Three Galleria Boulevard Parking along the Third Galleria Boulevard, Coolidge Parking Lot along Jefferson, LA 70121, or Second Galleria Blvd. Parking on the Second Galleria Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001.

Metairie car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

3 locations in Metairie

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Locations in Metairie

3529 N I-10 Service Rd Ste 100

+1 504 454 2247

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

3929 Airline Dr

+1 504 838 7277

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4734 Veterans Blvd.

+1 504 457 0180

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Budget

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Metairie

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4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 887 2952

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Nancy, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Shawn was incredibly friendly. When we asked if we could change our online reservation to a bigger car, she took care of it quickly. Brandon went over the condition check with us and was also very friendly. We chose Budget just because it had a one-way car available for a short-notice reservation. We will actively choose Budget in the future because of the level of service we received courtesy of Shawn and Brandon.

1 out of 1

Hertz

Most popular

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.6

4 locations in Metairie

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2261 N Causeway Blvd

+1 504 605 0403

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30

4531 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 465 1220

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00

4531 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 465 1220

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

8515 Airline Drive

+1 504 467 7471

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2021

KAYAK
I rented a car, when I got there after signing papers , the informed me they were giving me a Nissan work truck. The out side of the truck was terrible. Scratches, dings, dents, paint stains, over all it was dirty and a mess. The inside was somewhat clean. Most everything worked. Could not secure vehicle, the cab sliding window in rear, was broken and no latch. Key fob had a bad battery. Had to use key to lock doors, FOB gave me trouble starting vehicle. Only had less then half tank of gas. It was a one way trip with a drop off. I don't know why they wouldn't give me the car I rented. I rented a car because my wife had fallen at the airport and did located her shoulder a d suffered a fracture. We spent the day before in the hospital, where the had to sedate her to get her arm back in place. She was bound up to keep her arm in place and was on mild medication. She was very uncomfortable on the ride home. Stiff riding suspension. I don't know if I would rent from Hertz again. Depends on your response.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The mini van ran well and had enough comfortable seating!

Cons:

I would really appreciate some compensation as the Pacifica Minivan we rented and prepaid in full way in advance was absolutely FILTHY and terribly dirty inside and out! During this time of Covid and since you advertise Hertz is abiding by Covid cleaning protocols this was just the opposite! The car was so dirty we had to go have it vacuumed and wipe down with Lysol wipes and picked up amount of dirty cups and trash! The exterior was also filthy and we couldn’t even see out of the windshield with all the bugs so we had to pay to go have a car wash done! We prepaid for this vehicle way in advance and this should not have been the case when we were rushing to leave for our trip! We were extremely disappointed and would like some compensation! Thanks

10.0 Wonderful

Greg, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The employees that I dealt with where very friendly and helpful. They made sure the vehicle was clean, had a full tank of fuel and pointed out all the minor issues with the car so we would not be blamed for these things.

2.0 Poor

Joseph, May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

They wouldn’t answer the phone, then said the day of the rental that they “couldn’t guarantee” they would have the car I booked weeks ago. They said to call back later in the day to check. When I called back no one answered. I rented last minute from a competitor and had to spend extra money.

Cons:

Literally everything.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Worst car rental experience ever. Never doing business with Hertz again. Enterprise all the way !

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Commercial

KAYAK
The passenger area was very dirty. The steering column was gross and everything in the back rattled.

1 out of 3

Avis

5.9

Fair

One location in Metairie

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4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 454 7577

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
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Thrifty

5.3

Fair

Cheapest deal

One location in Metairie

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4531 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 465 1220

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Dollar

4.9

Mediocre

One location in Metairie

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4531 Veterans Memorial Blvd

+1 504 465 1220

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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13 travelers who rented a car in Metairie gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.4

Car rental locations in or near Metairie

Good to know

Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Premium

Average price

$50/day

Good deal

$38/day

When to book a rental car in Metairie

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Metairie car rental information

Pick-up locationMetairie
Car typesCompact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Rental locations11
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesDollar, Turo, Avis, Hertz, Budget