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

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

Book your rental car in Alabama 83 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $85/day on average when booked 83 days ahead, which saves you 55% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Alabama?

In Alabama, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just $24.15/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at $24.40/day.

What is the best car rental company in Alabama?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Alabama is National (rated 8.6/10). Thrifty (rated 8.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
8.6
Thrifty
Thrifty
8.3
Alamo
Alamo
7.7
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.7

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Alabama is January, when you can expect to pay $74/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Alabama is March ($112/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

$74

February

$88

March

$112

April

$106

May

$99

June

$103

July

$106

August

$99

September

$94

October

$104

November

$99

December

$88

What car do most people hire in Alabama?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Alabama are the following: Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alabama?

Avis has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in Alabama at 4.

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Top rental agencies in Alabama

National

4 locations
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Thrifty

12 locations
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Alamo

4 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

32 locations
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Budget

12 locations
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Payless

1 location
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Avis

9 locations
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Dollar

14 locations
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Car rental FAQs

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

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Alabama. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $973 per week.

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

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

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