Arkansas

Cheap Car Rentals in Arkansas from $30

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Arkansas car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Arkansas. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$76

Cheapest price per day

$30

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

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Arkansas, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 54 pickup locations in Arkansas to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Price

$38 - $90

Out of all the popular cities in Arkansas, Fort Smith is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $38/day. Renting a car in Fort Smith is 58% cheaper than renting one in El Dorado where the per day rate is around $90. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Arkansas to get a rental car in are: Fayetteville ($44/day), Hot Springs ($46/day), and Texarkana ($49/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Little Rock should expect to spend around $49/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Arkansas is Little Rock.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Arkansas 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 March 19, 2024.

January

$63

February

$66

March

$70

April

$73

May

$74

June

$77

July

$78

August

$79

September

$74

October

$72

November

$75

December

$71

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Arkansas is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Arkansas

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Arkansas to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Small cars

$62 - $107

All Car Types

$73 - $120

To rent a small car in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $84/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Arkansas (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$107/day). In fact, February is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a small car saves you 15% 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 Arkansas small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $85/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Arkansas (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$103/day). In fact, February is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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 Arkansas medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $106/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Arkansas (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$124/day). In fact, February is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a large car is 9% 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 Arkansas large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $103/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Arkansas (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$130/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a SUV is 6% 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 Arkansas SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $143/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Arkansas (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$170/day). In fact, February is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a van is 32% 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 Arkansas van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $32/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Arkansas (~$30/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$121/day). In fact, May is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a pickup truck saves you 67% 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 Arkansas pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $105/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Arkansas (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$122/day). In fact, January is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a luxury car is 8% 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 Arkansas luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Arkansas, you would pay an average price of $166/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Arkansas (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$213/day). In fact, December is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Arkansas. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Arkansas, renting a convertible is 41% 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.

Chevrolet Spark$30/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Nissan Sentra$38/day
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Nissan Sentra
Toyota Corolla$50/day
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Toyota Corolla

Top rental agencies in Arkansas

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Arkansas known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Arkansas. Reviews were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Arkansas region, including those located within the Little Rock, Springdale and Fort Smith area. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Arkansas, including locations around Little Rock, Springdale and Fort Smith.

Dollar

8.1
Very good
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Budget

8.0
Very good
82 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.4
Good
84 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
69 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.9
Okay
57 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Avis

6.6
Okay
47 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.3

National

8.7
Very good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.8

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Best Arkansas car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Arkansas. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Arkansas with an average daily rate of $62. Data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Arkansas including options serving Little Rock, Springdale and Fort Smith. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
Chevrolet Spark$30/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Mitsubishi Endeavor$38/day
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Mitsubishi Endeavor
Nissan Versa$38/day
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Nissan Versa

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Arkansas, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 19, 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Arkansas?

    For you to be to get a car rental in Arkansas, you need to be over 21 years old. In addition, you need to be in possession of an authentic driver’s license. The license shouldn't expire before the end of your rental agreement. If you're a resident of either the US or Canada, any government-issued driver’s license ought to be enough to get you a rental car in Arkansas, provided it is written in the Latin alphabet.

  • What are the rules for driving in Arkansas?

    Before getting on the road with your cheap car rental in Arkansas, you should know that a speed limit of 75mph (120km/h) applies for the interstate roads. If you’re caught speeding past that, you risk getting a fine. The state also has stringent drunk driving laws. It is illegal to be behind the wheel while intoxicated or with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater. If you're found to be guilty, you risk jail time and your car rental in Arkansas being impounded. In addition, it’s illegal to drive your car rental in Arkansas without seatbelts and this applies to all passengers inside the vehicle. Check with the Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles for the latest traffic laws in Arkansas.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Arkansas?

    Arkansas features a mix of wide roads with smooth terrain as well as a few bumpy roads. As this is the case, the Arkansas car rental you go for really depends on which parts of Arkansas you’ll be visiting. If you plan on going to the Ozarks region, you’re better off with an off-road car with good handling. If you’ll be around the city region just cruising on the streets a sedan should serve you just right. If you’ll be taking one of the scenic routes, we recommend an SUV with a sunroof or any other open-top vehicle for you to be able to enjoy the views and soak in the atmosphere.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Arkansas?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $73/day when booking a rental car in Arkansas. The best deal a user found was for $39/day from Turo, booked on Mar. 10.

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

    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 Arkansas.

  • What are gas prices like in Arkansas?

    The average gas price in Arkansas 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 Arkansas for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers rental cars in Arkansas for about $797 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 41% to make it a great deal in Arkansas. Try to book at least 65 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Arkansas?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Arkansas it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 76% below the average car rental price in Arkansas. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Arkansas is on average $3,414 a month or $114 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Arkansas car rental.

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Small car rentals in Arkansas

Find small car rental deals in Arkansas from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Arkansas cost an average of $60 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Hyundai i10$56/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$56/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$57/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Arkansas

Find luxury car rental deals in Arkansas from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Arkansas cost an average of $59 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
To help you decide on a luxury car rental in Arkansas, we've assembled the following deals, including options close to Little Rock, Springdale and Fort Smith. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$52/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Audi A4$52/day
5
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Audi A4
Chrysler 300$55/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Arkansas

Find van rental deals in Arkansas from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Arkansas cost an average of $58 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
To help you find the right van rental during your time in Arkansas, we've assembled these deals, with options in the Little Rock, Springdale and Fort Smith area. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
Nissan Quest$47/day
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Nissan Quest
Kia Sedona$48/day
5
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Kia Sedona
Toyota Sienna$49/day
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Toyota Sienna

Car rentals by fuel type in Arkansas

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Arkansas. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Arkansas. Deals were last updated on March 19, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Arkansas. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($44+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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