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Cheap Car Rentals in Alaska from $57

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 Alaska with a pick-up date of 30/3 and drop-off date of 6/4. 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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Alaska car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alaska. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alaska 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 24 March 2025.

January

$78

February

$88

March

$88

April

$81

May

$125

June

$273

July

$291

August

$270

September

$136

October

$87

November

$85

December

$87

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alaska and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

There are 346 hire agencies servicing Alaska. These agencies, altogether, have 17,278 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Alaska with prices from $57 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Alaska:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Alaska

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alaska to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2025.

Small cars

$81 - $329

All Car Types

$62 - $343

To hire a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $124/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alaska (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$329/day). In fact, March is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, 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 Alaska small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $149/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alaska (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$384/day). In fact, January is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a medium car saves you 3% 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 Alaska medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $149/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alaska (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$384/day). In fact, March is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a SUV saves you 3% 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 Alaska SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$57/day
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Suzuki Swift
Mercedes-Benz EQA$58/day
4
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA

Top rental agencies in Alaska

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alaska known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alaska. Reviews were last updated on 24 March 2025.

Avis

8.0
Very Good
174 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
31 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Budget

8.5
Very Good
85 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Thrifty

7.4
Good
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.7

Dollar

7.3
Good
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.5

NextCar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

8.9
Very Good
14 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Best Alaska car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alaska. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alaska with an average daily rate of $102. Data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
Suzuki Swift$57/day
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A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mercedes-Benz EQA$58/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz EQA
Tesla Model 3$58/day
5
7
4
M
A/C
Tesla Model 3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 March 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alaska?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alaska from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($61/day), Thrifty ($66/day), and Budget ($87/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alaska.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alaska?

    The average price of petrol in Alaska is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alaska for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Alaska from about $542 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 59%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Alaska.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Alaska check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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