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Austin, Chicago car rentals in 2025

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 11 June 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$138

Cheapest price per day

$73

Cheapflights insights for Austin car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in Austin 79 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $122/day on average when booked 79 days ahead, which saves you 45% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Austin?

Looking to hire a car in Austin? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $72.98/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $76.91/day.

What is the best car rental company in Austin?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Austin is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 56 reviews). Budget (rated 5.8/10 with 46 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Austin? January is the cheapest month, costing about $119 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $184. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$119

February

$121

March

$134

April

$122

May

$139

June

$149

July

$184

August

$165

September

$142

October

$132

November

$131

December

$131

Which car hire company has the most locations in Austin?

In Austin, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Austin, Chicago

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Austin, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
56 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Budget

5.8
Fair
46 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.8

Dollar

5.2
Fair
56 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

National

6.5
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Austin Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Austin?

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

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Austin, Chicago?

    A Volkswagen Jetta, for $134 per day on average, is the cheapest rental car in Austin, Chicago. This price is 21% cheaper than other rental cars in Austin.

  • How much is a rental car in Austin, Chicago?

    It costs $134 per day on average for a rental car in Austin, Chicago. The cheapest price we’ve found recently was for $135 per day.

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