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The most popular car rental companies in Gulfport

Hiring a car in Gulfport: Fast facts

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Most popular car hire companyHertz
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price₹ 6,850
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Gulfport

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How to find a cheap car hire deal in Gulfport

  • Pick up a cheap rental car in Gulfport for around ₹ 6,850 a day and hit the road happy. We do the hard work for you by searching all the major providers, so you can quickly compare prices and book.

  • The cheapest daily rental price in Gulfport is ₹ 4,950.

  • Staying a little longer? Book a weekly rental from ₹ 25,985 and say yes to more adventures.

  • Book early to secure the best price for a Gulfport car hire. In addition to lower rates, you'll have a wider range of options to pick from.

  • Grab your wheels from Hertz, Enterprise or Avis. They're some of the most trusted providers in the city.

  • Check if a collision damage waiver (CDW) is part of your Gulfport car hire policy, whether you go with Hertz or another supplier. Some may leave it out of the standard package and offer it as an extra.

  • Booking one-way could save you cash on your rental. Providers sometimes offer lower prices when vehicles need to be moved around. Just click 'Return car to a different location' when searching the cars for rent in Gulfport.

  • Avoid any surprise charges by choosing a vehicle with a 'Fair fuel policy.' Start and end your trip with a full tank, and pay only for what you use.

  • Want to explore freely without stressing about the number of miles you clock up? Find rentals with 'Unlimited mileage' under the 'Policies' filter and drive as far as you like without the extra charges.

Best value car hire options right now

  • You'll find the best deal with this company. Prices average ₹ 8,783 a day.

  • Coming in next, this provider offers daily rates of around ₹ 11,577.

  • The third option also delivers savings with every booking. Expect to pay roughly ₹ 10,428 a day for one of their rentals.

  • After a car that makes sense for most travel plans? The Economy rental category is the crowd favourite among travellers visiting Gulfport.

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Compare car hire types in Gulfport

  • Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap rental car in Gulfport is all about getting you on the road for less. These nimble, fuel-efficient rides are excellent for short trips and city driving.

  • Medium: Not too small, not too big, this is the rental that's juuuust right! Typically including compact and intermediate cars, they offer a mix of interior space and fuel efficiency and are popular with couples and small families.

  • Large: Offering a more comfortable ride and extra tech features, this Gulfport car hire category includes full-size cars. With larger back seats and plenty of storage space, they let you load up and take everyone, and everything, with ease.

  • SUV: Get a higher ground clearance and a wide-angle view of what's ahead in an SUV. Whether you're navigating trickier terrain or zipping along smooth highways, many come with all-wheel drive to keep you steady on any road.

  • Van: Usually featuring commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Gulfport takes heavy loads and larger groups in its stride. They're spacious, versatile, and ready for whatever the journey demands.

Insurance and optional extras

  • Choosing excess insurance for your Gulfport car hire gives you peace of mind. It protects you from paying a hefty excess fee in case of theft or a collision. Insurance policies can vary between rental providers, so take the time to shop around.

  • From GPS units to reverse cameras, the right extras can make all the difference on the road. Weigh up which features could make your trip more comfortable when you rent a car in Gulfport.

Good to know

  • To rent a car in the United States, you generally have to be at least 21 years old. Some providers may offer rentals to younger drivers for an extra fee, so always check the policies before securing your wheels.

  • Add a car seat to your Gulfport car hire booking if you're planning to travel with the kids. Rules change from place to place, but using a child seat suited to their size and age is always the safest approach.

  • You'll be asked for a few things when collecting your rental car: your physical driver's licence, another form of photo ID, and a credit card with enough funds to pay the security deposit. Debit cards are generally not accepted. Your booking will flag any other must-haves.

  • If you haven't driven before in the United States, don't forget that traffic here sticks to the right side of the road.

  • Follow the local speed limits. Most of the time that's around 40kph in built-up areas and 110kph or so on highways, unless road signs indicate differently.

  • A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit of 0.08% applies in the United States. The safest choice for staying legal to drive is to not drink at all.

  • Around 5pm is one of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination. Try to avoid rush hours if you want a smoother run.

  • You'll be using the United States dollar (USD) here. Along with your debit and credit cards, consider having some cash handy for minor purchases.

  • English is the language you'll hear most people speaking in this country.

Best hotels in Gulfport for drivers

  • Spend less time worrying about where to park and more time enjoying the comfort of Hampton Inn & Suites Gulfport I-10. Around 8 kilometres from central Gulfport, it comes with parking, a games room and Wi-Fi.

  • The Inn at Long Beach gets things right with parking and features like a 24-hour front desk and a pool. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the city centre.

  • Like some more inspiration? Browse the selection of hotels in Gulfport. You can fine-tune your search with the filters — try 'Parking,' 'Valet parking,' or 'Outdoor parking.' If your car's electric, you can use the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter.

  • It's time to get out and explore now you've found a car hire deal in Gulfport and your hotel. From Ocean Adventures Marine Park to Mississippi Aquarium and Mississippi Blues Trail – Gulfport Boogie, the city's packed with places worth visiting.

Hit the road: Where to drive to from Gulfport

  • Biloxi has to be on your itinerary if you'd like to visit Biloxi Beach and Harrah's Gulf Coast. This city is around 21 kilometres east of central Gulfport.

  • Reliable accommodation options with parking in Biloxi include IP Casino Resort & Spa and DoubleTree by Hilton Biloxi.

  • Add Slidell to your journey too. Pick up your cheap car hire in Gulfport and drive around 64 kilometres west to discover major highlights such as Altitude Trampoline Park Slidell and Pinewood Golf & Country Club.

  • Best Western Plus Slidell Hotel and Comfort Inn & Suites are comfortable places to stay in Slidell if you're hanging out for a while. Go for one of these and have somewhere handy to leave your ride.

  • Keep the momentum going and road-trip it to Mobile, roughly 105 kilometres east of Gulfport. First, swing past USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, then head to Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre.

  • Catch up on sleep in Mobile at either Quality Inn Downtown Historic District or Holiday Inn Mobile-Dwtn/Hist. District. They have a room waiting for you and parking availability too.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Gulfport will set you back around ₹ 6,850 per day or ₹ 26,301 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Gulfport is a compact SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire companies in Gulfport are currently Hertz and Turo.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Gulfport is currently May.
On average, around ₹ 26,301. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Gulfport is ₹ 25,985.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Gulfport for a whole month is ₹ 364,384. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Gulfport, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Gulfport that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Gulfport.
Most places – Gulfport included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ₹ 5,706 per day. The average price per day is around ₹ 6,850.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Hertz, Turo and Budget offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Turo as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Gulfport.