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Cheap Car Hire in Sarasota from $39

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Sarasota with a pick-up date of 14/8 and drop-off date of 17/8. 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.
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Sarasota car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sarasota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 August 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$1.67

Average price per day

$129

Cheapest price per day

$39
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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 4 August 2026.
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There are 12 hire agencies servicing Sarasota. These agencies, altogether, have 25 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sarasota with prices from $39 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can hire in Sarasota:

Economy

Economy

$39+

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Compact

Compact

$52+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$60+

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Full-size

Full-size

$72+

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People mover

People mover

$75+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$94+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

$71+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

$76+

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Best car hire deals found in Sarasota

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 $72. Data was last updated on 4 August 2026.
Toyota Yaris$39/day
Toyota Yaris
Found 08/03/26
Skoda Scala$52/day
Skoda Scala
Found 08/04/26
Hyundai Avante$60/day
Hyundai Avante
Found 08/02/26

Cheapflights insights for Sarasota car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Sarasota 12 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $64/day on average when booked 12 days ahead, which saves you 31% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Sarasota?

Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in Sarasota with deals as low as $28.13/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $32.99/day.

What is the best car rental company in Sarasota?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Sarasota is Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 99 reviews). Avis (rated 6.8/10 with 31 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
7.3
Avis
Avis
6.8
Hertz
Hertz
6.7
Sixt
Sixt
10.0

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sarasota is September, when you can expect to pay $56/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sarasota is December ($83/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

$60

February

$78

March

$80

April

$68

May

$64

June

$71

July

$73

August

$66

September

$56

October

$68

November

$70

December

$83

What car do most people hire in Sarasota?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Sarasota are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar), and Standard cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sarasota?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Sarasota at 3.

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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 4 August 2026.

Budget

7.3
Good
99 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.4

Avis

6.8
Okay
31 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.7
Okay
43 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
14 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.3
Good
13 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sarasota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sarasota?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $129/day when booking a car hire in Sarasota. The absolute best deal a user found was for $44/day from Budget, booked on Aug. 1.

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

    Hiring a car in Sarasota 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 $905/week on average.

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

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

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

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 66% below the average car hire price in Sarasota. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Sarasota is on average $3,877 a month or $129 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Sarasota car hire.

Car hires by fuel type in Sarasota

Browse car hires by fuel type in Sarasota. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Sarasota. Deals were last updated on 4 August 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sarasota. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($31+).

Electric

Electric

$51+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$31+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$138+

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