Rent a Car in Minneapolis

Minneapolis and its twin city St. Paul span the Mississippi River, with the Mall of America and thousands of Minnesota lakes just beyond. Compare hire providers, book with free cancellation and explore the Twin Cities at your own pace.

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Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Car rental providers: Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty and Sixt

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Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Alamo, Budget, Dollar and Thrifty all operate at MSP. We compare live prices so you can choose by rate, car class and pickup counter.

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Why hire a car in Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul each have walkable cores, and light rail connects them directly to the airport and the Mall of America. But the two downtowns themselves are 20 km apart, and Minnesota's real draw for a longer stay — the state's famous lake country, with resorts and cabins scattered across thousands of lakes north of the Twin Cities — has no public transit access at all. A hire car is what turns a city visit into a proper Minnesota trip.

The Twin Cities are also a genuine four-season destination: summer brings lake life and the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes for paddling, while winter turns the same region into a base for cross-country skiing and ice fishing. For business travellers visiting the corporate headquarters clustered in the suburbs — Target, Best Buy, General Mills among them — a hire car is standard for reaching campuses the light rail doesn't cover.

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Six vehicle categories, all bookable today. Free cancellation, pay at pickup and unlimited mileage on most rentals.

Most Popular Rent a Car in Minneapolis: White compact car at a car rental lot ready for pickup

Compact — Toyota Corolla or similar

Compact · Automatic · 4 passengers · 2 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 80,000 reviews

€42/day from €29/day

Free cancellation up to 48 h before pickup
Unlimited mileage on most bookings
Pay at pickup — nothing charged today

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Family Favourite Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Silver midsize SUV parked outside a rental office with luggage beside it

Midsize SUV — Ford Edge or similar

Midsize SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 120,000 reviews

€78/day from €59/day

Plenty of room for car seats and weekend luggage
Additional driver free for spouse / partner
24/7 roadside assistance included

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Business Pick Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Dark navy full-size sedan parked on a city centre street

Full-size Sedan — Toyota Camry or similar

Full-size · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.5 / 5 · 95,000 reviews

€92/day from €69/day

Recent fleet (typically under 2 years old)
Comfortable, quiet motorway cruiser
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto on most models

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Lowest Daily Rate Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Red economy car parked at a car rental lot

Economy — Hyundai Accent or similar

Economy · Automatic · 4 passengers · 1 large bag

★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 · 45,000 reviews

€34/day from €22/day

Our cheapest daily rate
Fuel-efficient — low running costs on long trips
Easy to park in tight city and old-town streets

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Long Trips Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Silver SUV with tailgate open and luggage loaded on a mountain road

Standard SUV — Chevrolet Equinox or similar

Standard SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 70,000 reviews

€84/day from €65/day

Unlimited mileage on most bookings for road trips
Comfortable for 4–6 hour drives
One-way rentals available between cities

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Premium / Convertible — BMW 5 Series or similar

Premium · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 38,000 reviews

€159/day from €119/day

Recent premium fleet
Upgrade to convertible available on request
Premium counter with shorter wait times

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Why customers choose us

Transparent pricing, flexible bookings and real human support — on every rental, no exceptions.

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Free cancellation

Cancel free up to 48 hours before pickup on most bookings. Lock in today's rate with no commitment.

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Pay at pickup

Nothing charged today. You only pay when you collect the keys — and what you see at booking is what you pay at the counter.

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24/7 Roadside assistance

A flat tyre, a dead battery or a lost key — one number, real people and help in under an hour.

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This week's rental deals

New deals every Monday. Prices and availability change fast — book now and pay at pickup.

Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Light-coloured convertibles on a sunny coastal road

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Spring compact deal

Compact rentals from €19/day during the spring season. Free cancellation, unlimited mileage and pay at pickup — perfect for a weekend getaway.

€28/day from €19/day

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Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Standard SUV parked at a coastal overlook at sunset

Best Seller

Weekly SUV road trip deal

Standard SUV from €189 for the full week — perfect for coastal routes, mountain escapes and long-distance drives. Unlimited mileage included.

€269/week from €189/week

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Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Dark full-size sedan leaving a rental office with the skyline behind

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Express pickup deal

Full-size sedan with skip-the-queue pickup at downtown offices. From €59/day, free cancellation, no hidden surcharges in the rate.

€95/day from €59/day

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Rent a Car in Minneapolis: Red convertible top-down parked beside palm trees on a coastal road

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Weekend convertible deal

Premium convertible from €89/day on Friday–Sunday pickups. Limited fleet — sells out fast on holiday weekends.

€119/day from €89/day

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Our fleet at a glance

Category, daily rate, cancellation and mileage — choose in 30 seconds.

Category	Best for	Pax	Cancellation	Mileage	From / day
CompactMost Popular	Day trips & weekends	4	Up to 48 h	Unlimited	€29	Book
Midsize SUVFamily Favourite	Family travel	5	Up to 24 h	Unlimited	€59	Book
Full-size SedanBusiness Pick	Work / premium	5	Up to 48 h	Unlimited	€69	Book
EconomyLowest Rate	Cheapest daily rate	4	Up to 24 h	Unlimited	€22	Book
Standard SUVLong Trips	Long-distance drives	5	Up to 48 h	Unlimited	€65	Book
Premium / ConvertiblePremium	Special occasions	5	Up to 24 h	Unlimited	€119	Book

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What to know before you drive in Minneapolis

Collect at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP). MSP sits between the two downtowns, with hire car facilities in a dedicated centre connected to both terminals. Compare Minneapolis car hire prices →
Winter driving is a serious consideration. Minneapolis winters bring heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures from November to March; an SUV or all-wheel drive is worth requesting, and always check road conditions before longer drives.
I-35W and I-94 connect the Twin Cities. Rush hour (roughly 7–9am, 4–6pm) can slow the Minneapolis–St. Paul crossing significantly.
Parking downtown is mostly skyway-connected garages, useful in winter since much of downtown Minneapolis can be navigated indoors via the skyway system.
Heading to lake country? Popular resort areas around Brainerd and the Boundary Waters are 2–4 hours north — a common weekend or week-long extension.

Where to collect your hire car in Minneapolis

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), positioned between the two downtowns, has a dedicated hire car centre connected to both terminals.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions our customers actually ask before booking.

Do I need a hire car in Minneapolis?

For downtown Minneapolis, St. Paul and the Mall of America, light rail covers you well. But for Minnesota's lake country, suburban business campuses or a broader road trip, a hire car is necessary — none of these have public transit access.

Where do I collect a hire car in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), positioned between the two downtowns, with a dedicated hire car centre connected to both terminals.

Is winter driving difficult in Minneapolis?

Yes, it requires preparation. Heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures are common from November to March. Request an SUV or all-wheel drive, and always check road conditions before a longer trip in winter.

How far is Minnesota's lake country from Minneapolis?

Popular resort areas around Brainerd are about two hours north; the Boundary Waters Canoe Area near the Canadian border is closer to four hours — both common weekend or extended trips.

Can I walk between attractions in downtown Minneapolis in winter?

Yes, in part — downtown Minneapolis has an extensive enclosed skyway system connecting many buildings, useful for avoiding the cold. But it doesn't replace a car for reaching the suburbs or lake country.

Which car hire companies operate in Minneapolis?

Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Alamo, Budget, Dollar and Thrifty all operate at MSP. Ask about winter tyre or all-wheel-drive options if visiting between November and March. Compare all Minneapolis car hire prices →

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Why hire a car in Minneapolis

Compact — Toyota Corolla or similar

Midsize SUV — Ford Edge or similar

Full-size Sedan — Toyota Camry or similar

Economy — Hyundai Accent or similar

Standard SUV — Chevrolet Equinox or similar

Premium / Convertible — BMW 5 Series or similar

Free cancellation

Pay at pickup

24/7 Roadside assistance

Spring compact deal

Weekly SUV road trip deal

Express pickup deal

Weekend convertible deal

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