Cheap Car Rentals in Anchorage from $28
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Anchorage?
January
$47
February
$51
March
$55
April
$51
May
$94
June
$173
July
$178
August
$157
September
$89
October
$47
November
$55
December
$59
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Anchorage is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.
Medium is the cheapest car type you can rent in Anchorage this past week from 27 rental locations out of 17 rental agencies. Prices for a Anchorage Medium rental start from $28/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Economy
$31+
Compact
$32+
Intermediate
$28+
Standard
$32+
Full-size
$34+
Minivan
$39+
Full-size SUV
$45+
Pickup truck
$32+
Economy
$31+
Compact
$32+
Intermediate
$28+
Standard
$32+
Full-size
$34+
Minivan
$39+
Full-size SUV
$45+
Pickup truck
$32+
Economy
$31+
Compact
$32+
Intermediate
$28+
Standard
$32+
Full-size
$34+
Minivan
$39+
Full-size SUV
$45+
Pickup truck
$32+
Compare available car types for rental in Anchorage
Small Cars | $49 - $191 | |
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All Car Types | $69 - $172 |
To rent a Small car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Anchorage, the United States (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$191/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Small car saves you 17% 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 Anchorage Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a Medium car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Anchorage, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$167/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Medium car saves you 16% 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 Anchorage Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a Large car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $121/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Large car in Anchorage, the United States (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$201/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Large car is 12% 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 Anchorage Large rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $106/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV car in Anchorage, the United States (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$195/day). In fact, October is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a SUV car 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. Here are the best Anchorage SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a Van car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $146/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Van car in Anchorage, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$292/day). In fact, January is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Van car is 27% 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 Anchorage Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a Pickup Truck car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $128/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Pickup Truck car in Anchorage, the United States (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$298/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Pickup Truck rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Pickup Truck 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 Anchorage Pickup Truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a Luxury car in Anchorage, the United States, you would pay an average price of $96/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury car in Anchorage, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$166/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Anchorage. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Anchorage, renting a Luxury car saves you 12% 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.
Tips for renting a car in Anchorage
- Driving in Anchorage means that you must always be aware of your fuel tank. This is because some gas stations operate seasonally. Longer roads like Anchorage to Fairbanks require a full tank.
- If visiting Anchorage during winter, beware of slippery roads caused by snow. Therefore ensure you drive carefully during winter. Also, you can ask for winter tires and ice scrappers from your rental provider.
- Roads in Anchorage are engineered on a grid system, and roads run north and south or east and west. If you find a rod closed for construction, you can easily take a parallel road to reach your destination.
Top rental agencies in Anchorage
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Anchorage, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best Anchorage car rental deals found
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Car rental FAQs
What are some of the driving laws I should know when driving in Anchorage?
It is essential to keep the city’s driving laws in mind for your safety. Driving under the influence is prohibited in Anchorage, and the BAC limit is 0.08%. All drivers and passengers on board car rentals in Anchorage must have seat belts on. If traveling with an infant less than 20 pounds, you must confine them in rear-facing seats. Rear-facing seats can be used for children under 3. Also, you must use your headlights during winter; some roadways require you to always have headlights. If you have five vehicles backed up behind y#ou at any time, you are breaking the kaw. Therefore you must pull over to the s#ide and let the traffic pass. This is because most roadways in Anchorage are two-lane with fewer chances to overtake. It is illegal to drive with any type of visual screen device operating. This means that texting while driving is illegal. Also, talking on the phone while driving is illegal. Finally, the statutory speed limit in school zones and business districts is 20 mph. In residential areas, the speed limit is 25 mph. On interstates and freeways, the speed limit is 65 mph.
What are the advantages of renting a car in Anchorage?
Even though Anchorage is a walkable city, there are still numerous advantages of renting a car. A car rental allows you to take side trips and stop along the way to soak in the adventure. In addition, driving your car saves you the fatigue that comes with public transport, including cramped spaces and catching the bus on time. A car rental lets you explore Anchorage and its surrounding areas with freedom and reliability. In addition, you can visit as many attractions as you wish and stop to take pictures and soak in the experience. If traveling with several family members, a car rental is the most comfortable. In addition, you can choose the ideal car you wish to travel with at a reasonable cost. You can rent a luxury vehicle, a four-wheel drive or a truck to meet your needs. Car rentals allow you to bring as much luggage as you wish, including ski racks, pet carriages and camping equipment. They also offer you door-to-door transportation, saving you from the hassles of commuting from the arrival station to your destination.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Anchorage?
The minimum age requirement to rent a car in Anchorage is 21. Some rental companies require you to be at least 23, while others require 19. Also, all renters must provide valid driver’s licenses. The validity of the license must cover the entire rental period. Foreigners must present a valid form of identity. In addition, if the license does not use non-Roman characters consider getting an IDP for translation. Renters must provide a valid form of payment, including debit or credit cards. However, some companies do not accept debit cards or credit cards. Some agencies may limit the services and vehicle categories when using debit cards.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Anchorage?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $108/day when booking a rental car in Anchorage. The best deal a user found was for $38/day from Dollar, booked on Sep. 17.
What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Anchorage?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Anchorage from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($28/day), Avis ($32/day), and Dollar ($35/day).
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Anchorage?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.9 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Budget (8.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Anchorage.
What are gas prices like in Anchorage?
The average gas price in Anchorage is $4.16/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $50 and $72 to fill up a car’s gas tank.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Anchorage for a week from Avis?
Avis is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental in Anchorage. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $889 per week.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Anchorage for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting the vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 63% on your car rental. For a below average price in Anchorage, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Anchorage?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Anchorage it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Anchorage for a month?
Our recent data shows that Dollar can potentially be 85% below the average car rental price in Anchorage. Check prices and availability for Dollar and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Anchorage is on average $3,809 a month or $127 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Anchorage car rental.
How much is a car rental in Anchorage for a weekend?
For a weekend car rental in Anchorage, you can expect the average price to be around $158. Usually a Intermediate rental in Anchorage is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Intermediate for October, it will cost approximately $138 per day.
What car do most people rent in Anchorage?
The most popular car to rent while in Anchorage is the Kia Sedona, which is a Mini vehicle.