Alabama

Cheap Car Rentals in Alabama from $22

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What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Alabama?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Alabama, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 95 pickup locations in Alabama to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

Price

$42 - $55

Out of all the popular cities in Alabama, Birmingham is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $42/day. Renting a car in Birmingham is 24% cheaper than renting one in Florence where the per day rate is around $55. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Alabama to get a rental car in are: Huntsville ($43/day), Montgomery ($44/day), and Gulf Shores ($46/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Birmingham should expect to spend around $42/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Alabama is Birmingham.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Alabama?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alabama and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

January

$50

February

$48

March

$54

April

$53

May

$47

June

$53

July

$53

August

$51

September

$52

October

$57

November

$58

December

$50

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alabama is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is November. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Alabama

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Alabama and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

At $22/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Alabama in the past week. Out of 295 car rental agencies operating in Alabama, there are, in total, 15,082 rental locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Compare available car types for rental in Alabama

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Alabama to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

Small cars

$51 - $82

All Car Types

$78 - $106

To rent a small car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $64/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Alabama (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$82/day). In fact, August is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a small car saves you 29% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $68/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Alabama (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$88/day). In fact, January is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a medium car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $83/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Alabama (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$99/day). In fact, August is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a large car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $80/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Alabama (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$103/day). In fact, June is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a SUV saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $124/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Alabama (~$107/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$147/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a van is 29% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $105/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Alabama (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$143/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a luxury car is 17% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Alabama luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $88/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Alabama (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$139/day). In fact, July is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a convertible saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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Toyota Yaris$22/day
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Kia Rio$23/day
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Top rental agencies in Alabama

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Alabama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Alabama. Reviews were last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Alabama, including locations near Mobile, Birmingham and Montgomery. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Alamo

7.9
Good
126 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
125 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.8

Avis

6.6
Okay
101 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Dollar

6.6
Okay
114 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.5
Fair
205 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Budget

7.1
Good
98 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Thrifty

7.0
Good
63 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.8

Payless

6.4
Okay
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.2

Best Alabama car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Alabama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Alabama with an average daily rate of $30. Data was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.
These are some the most attractive deals we've found on rentals cars within the Alabama region, including options close to Mobile, Birmingham and Montgomery. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Alabama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

What are the requirements to rent a car in Alabama?

Most Alabama car rentals require renters to be at least 21 years old. Moreover, drivers under 25 will be subjected to an additional daily surcharge for rental cars in Alabama, and they won’t be allowed access to luxury car rentals in Alabama, specialty cars, passenger van rentals, minivans, premium SUVs, and full-size SUVs. Payment by major credit cards is accepted by most Alabama car rentals. Renters should be at least 25 and present a second form of identification for payment by debit cards. When picking rental cars in Alabama, drivers are required to present a valid driver's license. Foreign drivers must have a valid driver's license from their home country and an International Driver's Permit if the license is not in English.

What are the rules for driving in Alabama?

When driving cheap car rentals in Alabama, stick to a maximum speed limit of 70 mph on interstate highways, 15 mph for school zones, 25 mph for residential areas, 45-55 mph for highways, and 35 mph for non-paved county roads. Maintain a blood alcohol concentration below 0.08% and ensure seatbelts are worn by all front-seat occupants and all passengers under 15. Children under five must be in a safety or booster seat. Always give the right of way to pedestrians when driving car rentals in Alabama, keep a distance of 500 feet from emergency vehicles, and turn on headlights when using windshield wipers. Moreover, it would be wise to check with Alabama’s Department of Motor Vehicles for any recent traffic rules updates.

What type of car is recommended for driving in Alabama?

There are several cheap car rentals in Alabama to choose from. Travel south to the coastline of Alabama with a convertible to experience a laid-back feel on the beautiful beaches. Consider taking an off-road beast like the Jeep Wrangler for trips to the Appalachian Mountains for a view of the stunning landscapes. A minivan rental or a family SUV would be ideal for exploring various historic monuments in Alabama’s cities like Rosa Park Museum and the Martin Luther King Jr.’s church in Montgomery.

What is the cheapest rental car found in Alabama?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $65/day when booking a rental car in Alabama. The best deal a user found was for $33/day from Turo, booked on Nov. 12.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Alabama?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alabama from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($23/day), Turo ($32/day), and Avis ($42/day).

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Alabama?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Priceless (9.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Alabama.

What are gas prices like in Alabama?

The average gas price in Alabama is $3.63/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $43 and $62 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Alabama for a week from Hertz?

From Hertz you can rent a car in Alabama from about $364 per week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Alabama for the best price?

Renting your favorite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 46% in Alabama - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month in Alabama?

Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Alabama.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Alabama for a month?

We’ve recently found that Turo offers you prices that are 50% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Alabama for a month is $1,559. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car rentals in Alabama

Find small car rental deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Alabama cost an average of $35 per day. Price data was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.

Luxury car rentals in Alabama

Find luxury car rental deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Alabama cost an average of $36 per day. Price data was last updated on נובמבר 23, 2023.
These are some of the best options we've found when it comes to luxury car rentals in Alabama, including pickup locations near Mobile, Birmingham and Montgomery. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.
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