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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Austin 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 26 July 2024.

January

$67

February

$79

March

$98

April

$118

May

$81

June

$84

July

$93

August

$82

September

$88

October

$99

November

$88

December

$74

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

Compare available car types for rental in Austin

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Austin to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 July 2024.

Small cars

$79 - $218

All Car Types

$99 - $207

To hire a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $123/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austin, the United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$218/day). In fact, September is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a small car saves you 8% 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.

To hire a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $117/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austin, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$164/day). In fact, March is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, 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.

To hire a large car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $99/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Austin, the United States (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$297/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a large car saves you 26% 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.

To hire a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $107/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austin, the United States (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$264/day). In fact, April is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a SUV saves you 21% 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.

Top rental agencies in Austin

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Budget, Hertz and Alamo in Austin. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Budget, Hertz and Alamo.

Budget

6.1
Okay
127 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Hertz

5.1
Fair
216 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.0

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
54 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Dollar

6.5
Okay
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
39 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.0

Advantage

6.9
Okay
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.2

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
10 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Austin?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), National (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Austin.

  • What are petrol prices like in Austin?

    The average price of petrol in Austin is $1.72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $77 and $111 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Austin for a week from Easirent?

    Hiring a car in Austin for a week can be a great option for travel. Easirent, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $877/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 38% on a hire car in Austin. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Austin however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Austin?

    The most popular car to hire while in Austin is the Class Special Sedan, which is a Special vehicle.

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