Sarasota

Cheap Car Hire in Sarasota from $52

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 Sarasota with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 30/5. 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.
Sarasota, FL, United States
6 May — 13 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Sarasota, FL, United States
Mon 6/5
Noon
Mon 13/5
Noon

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sarasota 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 29 April 2024.

January

$67

February

$80

March

$92

April

$73

May

$73

June

$73

July

$80

August

$73

September

$68

October

$82

November

$80

December

$80

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sarasota and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 April 2024.
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There are 11 hire agencies servicing Sarasota. These agencies, altogether, have 21 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sarasota with prices from $52 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Sarasota:

Economy

Economy

$60+

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Compact

Compact

$60+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$52+

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Standard

Standard

$61+

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Full-size

Full-size

$61+

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People mover

People mover

$82+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$82+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

$82+

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Compare available car types for hire in Sarasota

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Sarasota to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 April 2024.

Top hire agencies in Sarasota

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sarasota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sarasota. Reviews were last updated on 29 April 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Sarasota, such as Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

7.4
Good
166 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.4

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
35 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
47 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.9
Good
40 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

8.1

Hertz

6.9
Okay
99 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Dollar

6.8
Okay
72 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Avis

6.3
Okay
50 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Payless

6.2
Okay
45 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.7

Best Sarasota car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Sarasota. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sarasota with an average daily rate of $65. Data was last updated on 29 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Sarasota. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla$52/day
5
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Toyota Corolla
Found 04/27/24
Toyota Yaris$60/day
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Toyota Yaris
Found 04/27/24
Toyota Corolla$60/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Found 04/27/24

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sarasota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2024.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Sarasota?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Sarasota from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($52/day), Thrifty ($60/day), and Dollar ($60/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Sarasota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.5 rating), Thrifty (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Sarasota.

  • What are petrol prices like in Sarasota?

    The average price of petrol in Sarasota is $1.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sarasota for a week from Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in Sarasota for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $346/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 19% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 28 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Sarasota.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Sarasota for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Sarasota?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Toyota RAV4) in Sarasota, making it the most popular option.

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Van hires in Sarasota

Find van hire deals in Sarasota from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Sarasota cost an average of $80 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Sarasota area at the moment. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota HiAce$60/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Found 04/29/24
Toyota HiAce$60/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Found 04/29/24
Toyota HiAce$65/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Found 04/28/24

Car hires by fuel type in Sarasota

Browse car hires by fuel type in Sarasota. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Sarasota. Deals were last updated on 29 April 2024.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sarasota. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($39+).

Electric

Electric

$39+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$40+

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