Cheap Car Rentals in Austin from $73
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 Austin with a pick-up date of 16/4 and drop-off date of 20/5. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Austin?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Austin 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
$66
February
$69
March
$95
April
$104
May
$80
June
$87
July
$97
August
$85
September
$83
October
$109
November
$95
December
$87
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Austin is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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 Austin
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Austin 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 currently 85 hire locations operating in Austin spread across 33 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Austin is small car at $73 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$73+
Compact
$74+
Intermediate
$74+
Full-size
$87+
People mover
$112+
Full-size SUV
$111+
Pick-up truck
$103+
Compact SUV
$93+
Compare available car types for rental in Austin
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Austin 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 | $58 - $210 | |
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All Car Types | $82 - $186 |
To hire a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $115/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austin, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$210/day). In fact, January is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a small car saves you 1% 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 Austin small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austin, the United States (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$148/day). In fact, March is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a medium car saves you 18% 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 Austin medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $92/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austin, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$236/day). In fact, February is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 Austin SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Austin
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on 24 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Austin. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Austin, including Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
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Best Austin car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Austin. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Austin with an average daily rate of $91. Data was last updated on 24 March 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Austin. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 March 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Austin?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Austin from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($73/day), Dollar ($74/day), and Hertz ($86/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Austin?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), National (10.0 rating) and Alamo (8.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Austin.
What are petrol prices like in Austin?
The average price of petrol in Austin 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 Austin for a week from Avis?
Hiring a car in Austin for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $638/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Austin for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Austin. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Austin?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Austin however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much is a car hire in Austin for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Austin. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $78 per day.
What car do most people hire in Austin?
The most popular car to hire while in Austin is the Honda HR-V, which is a Intermediate vehicle.
Car rentals by fuel type in Austin
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Austin. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Austin. Deals were last updated on 24 March 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Austin. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($45+).
Electric
$45+
Hybrid
$55+
Petrol/Diesel
$65+