Austin

Cheap Car Rentals in Austin from $26

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Austin with a pick-up date of 12/29 and drop-off date of 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Austin car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Austin. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 23, 2024.

Most popular company

FOX

Price of gas per gallon

$3.41

Average price per day

$47

Cheapest price per day

$26

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 December 23, 2024.

January

$40

February

$46

March

$58

April

$70

May

$48

June

$51

July

$57

August

$49

September

$48

October

$63

November

$55

December

$46

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

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 December 23, 2024.

Small cars

$46 - $68

All Car Types

$59 - $90

To rent a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $58/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Austin, the United States (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$68/day). In fact, December is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a small car 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 small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $61/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Austin, the United States (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$83/day). In fact, December is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a medium car saves you 16% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $81/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Austin, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$98/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a large car is 13% 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 Austin large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $66/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Austin, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$86/day). In fact, September is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting 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 Austin SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $119/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Austin, the United States (~$107/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$144/day). In fact, January is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a van is 40% 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 Austin van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $73/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Austin, the United States (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$126/day). In fact, June is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a pickup truck 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 Austin pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $90/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Austin, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$121/day). In fact, January is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a luxury 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 Austin luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of $97/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Austin, the United States (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$129/day). In fact, December is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Austin, renting a convertible is 27% 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 Austin convertible rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$26/day
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Nissan Versa$26/day
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Mini Hatch$27/day
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Top rental agencies in Austin

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on December 23, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Austin, including Budget, Hertz and Alamo. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Budget

6.1
Okay
120 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.1

Hertz

5.0
Fair
212 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.0

Alamo

8.9
Very good
31 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
53 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Avis

6.3
Okay
39 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.1

Dollar

6.2
Okay
55 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Advantage

8.1
Very good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Best Austin car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Austin. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Austin with an average daily rate of $34. Data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Peruse the best Austin car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto$26/day
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Kia Picanto
Nissan Versa$26/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Versa
Mini Hatch$27/day
4
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A/C
Mini Hatch

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 23, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Austin?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $47/day when booking a rental car in Austin. The best deal a user found was for $23/day from Getaround, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car rental 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: Easirent ($26/day), Dollar ($27/day), and Turo ($30/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Austin?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), National (8.6 rating) and Advantage (7.8 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Austin.

  • What are gas prices like in Austin?

    The average gas price in Austin is $3.41/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $40 and $58 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Austin for a week from Fox?

    Fox offers rental cars in Austin for about $323 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Austin for the best price?

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 37% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Austin.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Austin for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Getaround currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 77% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Austin. Typically, a monthly car rental in Austin can be found for $1,383. You can find car rental deals to be on average $46 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in Austin for a weekend?

    Car rental prices in Austin are typically $61 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car rental deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider renting a Compact to save money on your trip to $61. Our users have found prices for Compact car rentals in January to be on average $61 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Austin?

    The most popular car chosen by those traveling to Austin is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Austin

Find small car rental deals in Austin from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Austin cost an average of $38 per day. Price data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Hyundai i10$35/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Austin

Find luxury car rental deals in Austin from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Austin cost an average of $39 per day. Price data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Austin area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Audi A4$36/day
5
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A/C
Audi A4
BMW 4 Series Coupé$37/day
5
2
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BMW 4 Series Coupé
BMW 4 Series Coupé$37/day
5
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BMW 4 Series Coupé

Car rentals by fuel type in Austin

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Austin. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Austin. Deals were last updated on December 23, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Austin. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($29+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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