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Cheap Car Hire in Austin from $62

Austin, TX, United States
12 Dec — 19 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Austin, TX, United States
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Austin car rentals in 2023

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Austin. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.54

Average price per day

$76

Cheapest price per day

$52

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 5 December 2023.

January

$76

February

$87

March

$101

April

$95

May

$80

June

$79

July

$84

August

$80

September

$84

October

$95

November

$84

December

$93

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Austin and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

There are currently 72 hire locations operating in Austin spread across 28 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Austin is small car at $62 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

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 5 December 2023.

Small cars

$85 - $209

All Car Types

$95 - $273

To hire a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $124/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austin, the United States (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$209/day). In fact, January is about 32% 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 19% 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 Austin small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $145/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austin, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$263/day). In fact, January is about 63% 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 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 Austin medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $73/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Austin, the United States (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$213/day). In fact, September is about 56% 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 52% 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 Austin large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $116/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austin, the United States (~$99/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$263/day). In fact, August is about 15% 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 24% 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 Austin SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$62/day
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Hyundai i20$80/day
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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 5 December 2023.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Advantage in Austin. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Advantage.

Alamo

9.0
Wonderful
103 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
119 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Advantage

7.0
Good
125 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Budget

6.1
Okay
203 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Fox

6.0
Okay
416 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.5
Fair
436 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.4

Dollar

6.7
Okay
94 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Avis

6.2
Okay
87 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.0

Best Austin car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Austin. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Austin with an average daily rate of $80. Data was last updated on 5 December 2023.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Austin. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Austin?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $123/day when booking a car hire in Austin. The absolute best deal a user found was for $84/day from Alamo, booked on Dec. 3.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Austin?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Austin from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($62/day), Dollar ($71/day), and Thrifty ($73/day).

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.0 rating), National (8.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 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 $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Hiring a car in Austin for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $861/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 34% 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.

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

Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 32% below the average car hire price in Austin. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Austin is on average $3,688 a month or $123 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Austin car hire.

How much is a car hire in Austin for a weekend?

$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Austin. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

What car do most people hire in Austin?

The most popular car to hire while in Austin is the GMC Yukon, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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