Alabama

Cheap Car Hire in Alabama from $101

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Alabama with a pick-up date of 29/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Birmingham, AL, United States
5 May — 12 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Birmingham, AL, United States
Sun 5/5
Noon
Sun 12/5
Noon

Alabama car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alabama. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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 28 April 2024.

January

$62

February

$70

March

$84

April

$90

May

$85

June

$85

July

$90

August

$82

September

$88

October

$91

November

$88

December

$65

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alabama is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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 hire in Alabama

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 28 April 2024.

Small cars

$61 - $347

All Car Types

$66 - $347

To hire a small car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $89/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alabama (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$347/day). In fact, November is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alabama, hiring a small 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.

To hire a medium car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $65/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alabama (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$145/day). In fact, August is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alabama, hiring a medium car saves you 37% 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.

To hire a SUV in Alabama, you would pay an average price of $68/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alabama (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$206/day). In fact, November is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alabama, hiring a SUV saves you 33% 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.

Top hire agencies in Alabama

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alabama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alabama. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2024.

Alamo

7.9
Good
131 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
127 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.7

Budget

6.9
Okay
103 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Avis

6.6
Okay
104 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
115 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.4
Fair
222 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
63 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Payless

5.9
Fair
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.9

Best Alabama car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alabama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alabama with an average daily rate of $102. Data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Toyota Camry$102/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alabama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Alabama?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alabama.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alabama?

    The average price of petrol in Alabama is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alabama for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Alabama from about $491 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 50% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Alabama.

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

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

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Van hires in Alabama

Find van hire deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Alabama cost an average of $115 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Toyota HiAce$101/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$129/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
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