Alaska

Cheap Car Hire in Alaska from $87

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 Alaska with a pick-up date of 25/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. 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.
Anchorage, AK, United States
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Anchorage, AK, United States
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Alaska car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alaska. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$167

Cheapest price per day

$87

Alaska car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Alaska, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 29 pickup locations in Alaska to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Price

$103 - $106

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alaska 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 25 April 2024.

January

$75

February

$89

March

$106

April

$81

May

$135

June

$253

July

$258

August

$232

September

$130

October

$73

November

$69

December

$79

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alaska is November. 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.

Popular car types in Alaska

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alaska and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Alaska this past week from 15,428 hire locations out of 307 hire agencies. Prices for a Alaska medium car hire start from $87/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Alaska

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alaska to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

$68 - $289

All Car Types

$78 - $267

To hire a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $144/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alaska (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$289/day). In fact, October is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a small car saves you 10% 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 Alaska small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $141/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alaska (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$237/day). In fact, November is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a medium 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. Here are the best Alaska medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $173/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alaska (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$316/day). In fact, April is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring 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 Alaska large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $152/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alaska (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$265/day). In fact, October is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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 Alaska SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $231/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Alaska (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$1,001/day). In fact, June is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring 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 Alaska van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent$238/day
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Hyundai Accent

Top hire agencies in Alaska

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alaska known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alaska. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
152 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Budget

8.3
Very Good
256 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Avis

7.9
Good
535 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.5
Good
135 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.9

Thrifty

7.3
Good
142 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.7

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
98 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Hertz

7.3
Good
37 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

National

8.9
Very Good
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.4

Best Alaska car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alaska. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alaska with an average daily rate of $220. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Hyundai i30$87/day
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Hyundai i30
Mitsubishi ASX$89/day
4
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A/C
Mitsubishi ASX
Toyota Corolla$91/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alaska?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $169/day when booking a car hire in Alaska. The absolute best deal a user found was for $82/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 21.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alaska from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($89/day), Budget ($109/day), and Thrifty ($143/day).

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

    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 Alaska.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alaska?

    The average price of petrol in Alaska 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 Alaska for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Alaska for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $859/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Alaska 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 58% to make it a great deal in Alaska. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Alaska.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Alaska is $3,680 ($123/day) on average.

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Van hires in Alaska

Find van hire deals in Alaska from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Alaska cost an average of $158 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Toyota HiAce$91/day
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$91/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$113/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Alaska

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alaska. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Alaska. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alaska. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($62+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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