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Cheap Car Rentals in Alabama from $84

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 Alabama with a pick-up date of 20/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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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Alabama car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alabama. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most common car type

Full-size

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alabama 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 20 November 2024.

January

$69

February

$78

March

$93

April

$98

May

$101

June

$105

July

$105

August

$86

September

$88

October

$96

November

$84

December

$71

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

Top rental agencies in Alabama

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alabama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alabama. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Hertz

5.2
Fair
166 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
57 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.4
Good
39 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Budget

7.0
Good
51 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Dollar

6.8
Okay
37 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.7

Avis

6.4
Okay
74 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

8.2
Very Good
10 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

National

6.7
Okay
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Best Alabama car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alabama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alabama with an average daily rate of $174. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Mitsubishi ASX$84/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX
Volkswagen Passat$103/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Toyota Camry$163/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alabama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alabama?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alabama from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($84/day), Dollar ($100/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($180/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alabama.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alabama?

    The average price of petrol in Alabama is $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 55% in Alabama - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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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