How much does it cost to hire a car in Saint Thomas Island?

On average a car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $122 per day.

Which car hire agencies are at Cyril E King airport (STT)?

The only car hire company onsite at Cyril E King airport is Budget.

Which car hire companies will pick you up at Cyril E King airport (STT)?

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Cyril E King airport to off-airport locations is Budget.

How can I find car hires near me in Saint Thomas Island?

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

How much does a Large car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?

A Large car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $98 per day, on average.

How much does a Small car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?

A Small car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $65 per day, on average.

How much does a Medium car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?

A Medium car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $158 per day, on average.

What type of car is recommended for driving in Saint Thomas Island?

Due to Saint Thomas Island’s limited main roads, plus hilly and rural terrain, renting a sedan for your vacation is your best option. Jeep hires are also recommended as you may have to contend with winding, gravel, and unpaved roads if you decide to explore the nearby beaches.

What’s the speed limit in Saint Thomas Island?

As there are no freeways on Saint Thomas Island and most of the roads only have one lane, the speed limits across the island are low. If you are driving outside of towns, the speed limit is 35 mph. When you drive through more urban areas and in the towns of Saint Thomas Island, the speed limits are 20 mph.

Where are the best places to park in Saint Thomas Island?

Around Saint Thomas Island you will find plenty of parking. There aren’t many street-side parking options around the island, but in the main towns you will find numerous parking spaces. In Charlotte Amalie, there is free parking beneath the American Yacht Harbor, plus there are lots of spaces at the Fort Christian parking lot. In Red Hook there is a parking lot by the ferry port which charges $10.00 a day.

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How far in advance should you book car hire in Saint Thomas Island?

You should book your car hire in Saint Thomas Island around 8 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Saint Thomas Island?

Hires in the SUV category (Dodge Durango or similar) are the most popular option in Saint Thomas Island, costing $95/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $49/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Saint Thomas Island?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Saint Thomas Island is September at an average cost of $63/day. February is the most expensive month to hire a car in Saint Thomas Island when prices are $103/day on average, which tends to be 21% above the yearly average hire price for Saint Thomas Island.

Which car hire company in Saint Thomas Island has the most locations?

Avis operates 2 locations in Saint Thomas Island, more than any other car hire company.

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	Small cars	$42 - $84
	All Car Types	$95 - $158

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Small car hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $68 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average $42 per day, which is about 39% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 49% cheaper than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $102 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average $37 per day, which is about 64% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 23% cheaper than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Saint Thomas Island typically cost around $127 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $30 per day, which is about 77% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 4% cheaper than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $123 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average $83 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 7% cheaper than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.

Van hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $173 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $107 per day, which is about 39% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 24% more expensive than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Luxury car hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $166 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $113 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 21% more expensive than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Convertible hire in Saint Thomas Island typically costs around $444 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $392 per day, which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 71% more expensive than the average car hire in Saint Thomas Island but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Budget	Large	$122/day	$109/day

Verified travelerMay 2026

Be aware that you have to drive on the left side of the road. Also, roads are very hilly and winding.

Verified travelerDec 2025

Stay in a small car as the roads are very narrow and be sure to take picks of car before you drive off.

MichaelNov 2025

There are many steep hills in St Thomas so a vehicle that gives visibility over the hood helps a lot. I recommend the supplemental insurance

Verified travelerMay 2025

If you are new to the Island, driving is on the left side and most of the rural roads are curvey and hilly; exciting in a way for sighting seeing. Smaller cars would be best if size is not a criteria.

Verified travelerJune 2024

Make sure you lease a car that has a higher clearance due to the sharp steep turns on some of the hills and the many potholes throughout the island. Lots of Jeeps and SUV's to choose from. Be aware before you go that they drive on the left side of the road and many of the roads through the hills are narrow.

Verified travelerMay 2024

I would suggest not getting a large car to get around on St Thomas. The roads are narrow! The parking spots are small.

Verified travelerApr 2024

I’d go with a small 4X4 vehicle. Especially if you plan on exploring the islands. Smaller helps with parking.

EricaApr 2024

I suggest getting insurance due to the roads and sharp turns. Thrifty was cost effective so that was great.

Verified travelerApr 2024

If you choose dollar/Thrifty rent a car, make sure to get a rental that’s in good shape. Cover yourself with pics. and videos of the car prior to leaving and when you return do the same thing. Hopefully this was a one time car that nobody else has to deal with

Verified travelerMar 2024

Be careful who you rent through. Avis and Budget are on-site as the others are offsite and it's a nightmare otherwise. Definitely know where or how to buy gas on the return because the islands stations aren't pay at the pump and some QR codes that are on the pumps take you to a junk website. Do research on any agency at the islands because we learned there are some dishonest islanders feeding off tourists whether they are hired employees for a well known agency or not.

Verified travelerJan 2024

i love it; just say in the left; keep saying left, left, left; and certainly do not speed

Verified travelerFeb 2024

Drive slow for the first time. It get a few times to get used driving Left

Verified travelerAug 2023

Don’t rent at the airport. Use a no-name like 360 car rental

JimmyJuly 2023

Follow the rules of the road, people friendly not aggressive drivers

Verified travelerJune 2023

It’s a bit of an adjustment but it’s nothing you can’t handle.

Verified travelerAug 2023

It was fine. No problem

Verified travelerMay 2023

Advise customer of steep hills and narrow lanes.

As a visitor to Saint Thomas Island, there’s so much to see with the advantage of a car. When you rent a car on this Caribbean island, it makes sightseeing and beach hopping a lot easier, rather than using the limited public transport. From ancient castles to historic forts, renting a car gives you the absolute freedom to discover every part of Saint Thomas Island.
Looking to rent a car on your trip to Saint Thomas Island? If you are landing at Cyril E. King International Airport, you will find a single Terminal split into two floors. The car hire counters are located inside the airport terminal in the baggage claim area, on the second floor.
When it comes to driving around Saint Thomas Island, you must remember to drive on the left side. When you rent a car, you will find that the vehicles are a left hand drive like in the rest of the U.S., since they are imported from the rest of the U.S. With only three main streets in the main city of Charlotte Amalie, it’s easy to navigate the island.
Being mainly a tourist island, Saint Thomas Island doesn’t get affected by major rush hours like on the mainland. In the city center of Charlotte Amalie, you can expect to face rush hour traffic from 7:00 am until 9:00 am. When the cruise ships dock at St. Thomas Cruise Ship Docks, you should avoid the surrounding roads because of the increased traffic.
25% of our users found a car hire in Saint Thomas Island for $109 or less
Small hire cars in Saint Thomas Island are around 26% cheaper than other car types, on average

What type of car is recommended for driving in Saint Thomas Island?
Due to Saint Thomas Island’s limited main roads, plus hilly and rural terrain, renting a sedan for your vacation is your best option. Jeep hires are also recommended as you may have to contend with winding, gravel, and unpaved roads if you decide to explore the nearby beaches.
What’s the speed limit in Saint Thomas Island?
As there are no freeways on Saint Thomas Island and most of the roads only have one lane, the speed limits across the island are low. If you are driving outside of towns, the speed limit is 35 mph. When you drive through more urban areas and in the towns of Saint Thomas Island, the speed limits are 20 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Saint Thomas Island?
Around Saint Thomas Island you will find plenty of parking. There aren’t many street-side parking options around the island, but in the main towns you will find numerous parking spaces. In Charlotte Amalie, there is free parking beneath the American Yacht Harbor, plus there are lots of spaces at the Fort Christian parking lot. In Red Hook there is a parking lot by the ferry port which charges $10.00 a day.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Saint Thomas Island?
On average a car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $122 per day.
Which car hire agencies are at Cyril E King airport (STT)?
The only car hire company onsite at Cyril E King airport is Budget.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Cyril E King airport (STT)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Cyril E King airport to off-airport locations is Budget.
How can I find car hires near me in Saint Thomas Island?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Large car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?
A Large car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $98 per day, on average.
How much does a Small car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?
A Small car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $65 per day, on average.
How much does a Medium car hire cost in Saint Thomas Island?
A Medium car hire in Saint Thomas Island costs $158 per day, on average.

Dollar

6.4

Okay

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.9

Value for money

6.3

2 locations in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

15 Lindberg Bay

+1 340 774 0111

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

Horrible experience. I picked car up to a car with no brakes , filthy and no charger installed. I asked to replace car and was told I’m the one who picked an economy car. Rude! Then replaced car had faulty engine and brakes problems but I kept it since it as a hassle for them to replace. Car was also filthy. When I returned the car they told me I had to go vacuum the car from sand that had no foot mat. Rep stated on the paperwork it was 3 mats and was a lie. Only 2 back mats came with car. Only reason I didn’t score it poor is because I survived this death trap!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Full-size

Rental agents very pushy with all the extras that some renters don’t need or desire. I purchased full coverage collision through Kayak for half of what dollar charges, and agents got rude and I was told that with my full coverage damage and collision coverage that I still needed theirs. Finally got them to decline their full coverage and got out of there. They still added pre paid gas charge, which I didn’t need cuz I alway fill the tank when I return rentals. Also this car was dented, scratched, missing hub cap, damage from prior rentals. I took pics., videos, and logged down all damage prior to leaving. In the states, this rental would have been on he auction block last year. Not happy at all with this experience. Will choose another place next time.

Budget

6.1

Okay

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.0

3 locations in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

15-a

+1 340 776 5774

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Cyril E. King Intl Airport

+1 340 776 5774

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Havensight Cruise Ship Dock

+1 340 776 5774

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Anonymous, June 2026

Intermediate

Although I brought credit card Asurance/Insurance and Allstate documents proof of coverage, Budget inSt Thomas Airport insisted I needed something else. I prepaid for a Kia Forte or like vehicle and ended up with a Nisan Versa, a smaller vehicle. The gas tank was not full after being told to bring it back full, car was not washed and had body damage. Returning car was easy and fast.

4.0 Mediocre

Joe, May 2026

Compact SUV

We had to wait two hours for our rental car, and charged an extra $125 for insurance that my credit card company already covered. Not the best experience. The car was clean and comfortable. I had booked the car a couple months in advance to hopefully avoid any of this but it is what it is.

10.0 Wonderful

Wendy, May 2026

Open-air all-terrain

No issues

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2026

Economy

I had no issue what so ever and I will most definitely rent from them again

8.0 Very Good

Ashford, May 2026

Economy

Very good clean car drove well.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2026

Economy

Pick up and drop off went well. Only complaint was cleanliness of car. It needed a thorough cleaning inside and outside.

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

206 Julian Jackson Dr

+1 340 725 2507

Monday	06:00 - 21:00
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Alamo

9.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

206 Julian Jackson Dr

+1 340 725 2507

Monday	06:00 - 21:00
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Thrifty

6.9

Okay

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.6

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Economy Rent a Car

5.6

Fair

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.2

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

46A Nisky

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Anonymous, Feb 2024

Standard

the vehicle was falling apart! trim piece on the front was loose, I was afraid that it would fall off. Remote key fob did not work and they did not have a second key Fob. They dont open early and you cannot drop off vehicle early. We have to be at the airport &:00 Am on a Monday but they dont open until 8:00 so we have to drop off the vejhicle Sunday and took a taxi from our hotel to the airport. will not recommend or use them again

Hertz

4.3

Mediocre

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.8

Value for money

3.8

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

Lindberg Bay 15-a

+1 340 774 1879

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raul, Aug 2026

Intermediate SUV

Disappointing waited 2 hrs for a reserved car, then it was too small, change to bigger cat full of cocorache Then change again to a dirty card. After delivery I was amaced the bill I received. I will report to credit card

Avis

3.9

Poor

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.4

2 locations in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

3400 Veterans Drive

+1 340 690 4935

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6B-F Estate Thomas

+1 340 774 6660

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Ace

7.5

Good

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.2

One location in Saint Thomas Island

Locations in Saint Thomas Island

40-1 Contant

+1 340 776 9229

Monday	08:30 - 17:00
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Apex

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One location in Saint Thomas Island

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11 Contant

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Econorent

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St Thomas Island Airport H.S.Truman STT

+1 340 774 1977

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Locations in Saint Thomas Island

206 Julian Jackson Dr

+1 340 725 2507

Monday	06:00 - 21:00
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St Thomas US Virgin Islands Aeropuerto Cyril E. King

+1 321 821 5141

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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Locations in Saint Thomas Island

8074 Lindbergh Bay St Thomas Vi

Monday	07:00 - 20:00
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Locations in Saint Thomas Island

206 Julian Jackson dr

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175 travellers who hired a car in Saint Thomas Island gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.9

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