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Cheap Car Rentals in Alaska from $80

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 20/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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 19 February 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Supplier choice

Average price per day

$198

Cheapest price per day

$80

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 19 February 2025.

January

$78

February

$92

March

$110

April

$85

May

$129

June

$276

July

$296

August

$275

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 19 February 2025.

There are 334 hire agencies servicing Alaska. These agencies, altogether, have 17,201 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Alaska with prices from $80 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 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

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact 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 19 February 2025.

Small cars

$90 - $325

All Car Types

$62 - $323

To hire a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $134/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alaska (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$325/day). In fact, March is about 34% 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 26% 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 $177/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 (~$386/day). In fact, January is about 66% 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 2% 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 $99/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alaska (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$345/day). In fact, October is about 26% 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 45% 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 $184/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alaska (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$386/day). In fact, October is about 48% 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 is 2% more expensive. 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$135/day
2
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A/C
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 19 February 2025.

Avis

8.0
Very Good
175 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

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
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

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
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

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 $146. Data was last updated on 19 February 2025.
Nissan X-Trail$80/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Hyundai Kona$97/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona
Volkswagen Passat$97/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alaska?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $198/day when booking a car hire in Alaska. The absolute best deal a user found was for $71/day from Avis, booked on Feb. 16.

  • 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: Avis ($66/day), Budget ($97/day), and Hertz ($135/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 $1.58/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 $1,458 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 56%. 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.

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

    Our recent data shows that Avis can potentially be 67% below the average car hire price in Alaska. Check prices and availability for Avis and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Alaska is on average $6,250 a month or $208 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Alaska car hire.

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