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Cheap Car Rentals in Alaska from $54

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 17/1 and drop-off date of 19/1. 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 2024

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 17 December 2024.

Most common car type

Supplier choice

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 17 December 2024.

January

$83

February

$98

March

$119

April

$86

May

$131

June

$278

July

$297

August

$275

September

$133

October

$86

November

$84

December

$90

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 17 December 2024.

There are 330 hire agencies servicing Alaska. These agencies, altogether, have 17,154 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Alaska with prices from $54 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

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard 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 17 December 2024.

Small cars

$89 - $324

All Car Types

$87 - $389

To hire a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $135/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alaska (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$324/day). In fact, March is about 35% 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 40% 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 $196/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alaska (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$500/day). In fact, November is about 69% 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 13% 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 large car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $117/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alaska (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$475/day). In fact, October is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a large car saves you 48% 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 large 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 $209/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alaska (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$427/day). In fact, October is about 55% 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 7% 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:

Kia Picanto$138/day
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Kia Picanto

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 17 December 2024.

Avis

8.0
Very Good
215 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
34 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.1

Budget

8.4
Very Good
96 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
57 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Thrifty

7.4
Good
41 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

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

National

8.9
Very Good
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Hertz

6.9
Okay
24 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

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 $122. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Mitsubishi ASX$54/day
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Mitsubishi ASX
Toyota Corolla$54/day
5
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla$54/day
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Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • 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: Thrifty ($54/day), Dollar ($75/day), and Budget ($106/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 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 $1.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $101 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Budget you can hire a car in Alaska from about $1,696 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 57%. 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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