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St. Petersburg car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in St. Petersburg. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on May 8, 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per gallon

$3.94

Average price per day

$41

Cheapest price per day

$19

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in St. Petersburg?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in St. Petersburg 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 May 8, 2024.

January

$30

February

$39

March

$49

April

$37

May

$34

June

$35

July

$38

August

$33

September

$31

October

$37

November

$41

December

$40

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in St. Petersburg is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in St. Petersburg

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in St. Petersburg to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on May 8, 2024.

Small cars

$31 - $49

All Car Types

$45 - $74

To rent a small car in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $39/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$31/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$49/day). In fact, September is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a small car saves you 28% 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 St. Petersburg small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $47/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$57/day). In fact, January is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a medium car saves you 15% 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 St. Petersburg medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $69/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$127/day). In fact, April is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a large car is 21% 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 St. Petersburg large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $53/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$62/day). In fact, January is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a SUV 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 St. Petersburg SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $106/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$172/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a van is 49% 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 St. Petersburg van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $30/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$108/day). In fact, June is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a pickup truck saves you 44% 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 St. Petersburg pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $60/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$40/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$84/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a luxury car is 10% 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 St. Petersburg luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in St. Petersburg, the United States, you would pay an average price of $70/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in St. Petersburg, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$87/day). In fact, August is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for St. Petersburg. When comparing with other car types available for rental in St. Petersburg, renting a convertible is 22% 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.

Toyota Yaris$19/day
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Nissan Sylphy$21/day
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Top rental agencies in St. Petersburg

Explore the leading car rental agencies in St. Petersburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in St. Petersburg. Reviews were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in St. Petersburg, including Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

5.7
Fair
44 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Dollar

7.3
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Budget

6.8
Okay
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Avis

6.6
Okay
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.5
Okay
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Exotic Luxury Rental

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Best St. Petersburg car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in St. Petersburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in St. Petersburg with an average daily rate of $30. Data was last updated on May 8, 2024.
Peruse the best St. Petersburg car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Yaris$19/day
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Toyota Yaris
Nissan Sylphy$21/day
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Nissan Sylphy$21/day
5
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in St. Petersburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on May 8, 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in St. Petersburg?

    When getting car rentals in St. Petersburg, you need to be 21 years old or above. You must have a valid driving license, a credit card, and a passport. However, some rental companies require you to be at least 21 years of age. If you are below 25 years, you could pay a higher rental fee. If you are a foreigner and need to rent a vehicle, you only need your native country driver’s license.

  • What are the rules for driving in St. Petersburg?

    After getting car rentals in St. Petersburg, ensure to drive on the right side of the road. You should drive at a maximum speed of 70 mph in the rural interstates, 65 mph in the urban interstates, 70 mph on limited-access roads, and 65 mph on other roads. Drivers and passengers in the front seat are required to wear seat belts. It isn’t a must for passengers in the back seat to wear a seatbelt. However, passengers aged 18 and below should wear a seatbelt regardless of the position they are seated in the vehicle. In this city, you can only drink and drive if the alcohol in your bloodstream is below 0.08%. However, driving rules can change once in a while, so check with the city’s department of motor vehicles before you rent a car.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in St. Petersburg?

    If you need to drive car rentals in St. Petersburg on narrow roads, some of the best choices are the Mazda MX-5, Chevrolet Trax LS, and Honda Civic LX. If you need cheap car rentals in St. Petersburg, you can choose vehicles such as Audi Q2, Peugeot 5008, BMW X3, Audi A3, Chevrolet Equinox, and Ford Mustang. If you are looking to save money on gas, you should choose electric car rentals in St Petersburg.

  • What are the best places to park in St. Petersburg?

    Several rental locations in St. Petersburg have experts who’ll guide you on where to park. Finding a parking lot for St. Petersburg car rentals isn’t challenging because there are several free and cheap parking areas. There are various convenient parking lots downtown. However, it’s not easy to access quiet parking spaces in the city. Generally, public parking downstreet costs less than $10 a day. The average cost for small cars is $32 to $62, and all other car types is $42 to $83.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in St. Petersburg?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $41/day when booking a rental car in St. Petersburg. The best deal a user found was for $23/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on May 5.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in St. Petersburg?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in St. Petersburg from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($19/day), Avis ($21/day), and Hertz ($27/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in St. Petersburg?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Dollar (7.3 rating), Budget (6.8 rating) and Avis (6.6 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in St. Petersburg.

  • What are gas prices like in St. Petersburg?

    The average gas price in St. Petersburg is $3.94/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $47 and $68 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St. Petersburg for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can rent a car in St. Petersburg from about $382 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in St. Petersburg for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards 49% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 81 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in St. Petersburg.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in St. Petersburg?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in St. Petersburg.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St. Petersburg for a month?

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 79% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in St. Petersburg. Typically, a monthly car rental in St. Petersburg can be found for $1,635. You can find car rental deals to be on average $55 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in St. Petersburg for a weekend?

    $55 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in St. Petersburg. To save money, consider booking a Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in June, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $47 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in St. Petersburg?

    The majority of Cheapflights travelers prefer to rent a Standard (Mazda Mazda6) in St. Petersburg, making it the most popular option.

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Small car rentals in St. Petersburg

Find small car rental deals in St. Petersburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in St. Petersburg cost an average of $39 per day. Price data was last updated on May 8, 2024.
Hyundai i10$36/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$36/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in St. Petersburg

Find luxury car rental deals in St. Petersburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in St. Petersburg cost an average of $39 per day. Price data was last updated on May 8, 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the St. Petersburg area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Audi A4$34/day
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Audi A4
Cadillac ATS$34/day
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Cadillac ATS
Cadillac XTS$34/day
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Cadillac XTS

Van rentals in St. Petersburg

Find van rental deals in St. Petersburg from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in St. Petersburg cost an average of $36 per day. Price data was last updated on May 8, 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in St. Petersburg. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Dodge Grand Caravan$27/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand Caravan$31/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand Caravan$31/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in St. Petersburg

Browse car rentals by fuel type in St. Petersburg. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in St. Petersburg. Deals were last updated on May 8, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in St. Petersburg. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($29+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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