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Birmingham, AL car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Birmingham, AL. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.42

Average price per day

$82

Cheapest price per day

$60

Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Birmingham, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Birmingham?

To get the best deal on car hire in Birmingham, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $69, which is about 32% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Birmingham?

Looking to hire a car in Birmingham? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $55.65/day. National also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $57.17/day.

What is the best car rental company in Birmingham?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Birmingham is Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 31 reviews). Avis (rated 5.5/10 with 50 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham is January, when you can expect to pay $61/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Birmingham is July ($92/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$61

February

$68

March

$78

April

$89

May

$91

June

$91

July

$92

August

$77

September

$78

October

$86

November

$80

December

$71

What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

SUV cars (Jeep Renegade, for example) are the most popular in Birmingham. Intermediate (Honda Civic) and Full-size (Toyota Camry) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Birmingham.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Birmingham?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Birmingham at 4.

Top hire agencies in Birmingham, AL

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham, AL known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham, AL. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Birmingham, including Budget, Avis and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

6.5
Okay
31 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Avis

5.5
Fair
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.3

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
13 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Alamo

7.6
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Dollar

7.0
Good
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Thrifty

5.3
Fair
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, AL, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $82/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for $60/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Birmingham, offering car hire for around $529 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Birmingham for a month is $2,268. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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