Gainesville

Cheap Car Rentals in Gainesville from $19

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 Gainesville with a pick-up date of 12/1 and drop-off date of 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Gainesville car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Gainesville. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per gallon

$3.41

Average price per day

$64

Cheapest price per day

$19

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Gainesville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Gainesville 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 November 20, 2024.

January

$48

February

$55

March

$61

April

$58

May

$55

June

$57

July

$68

August

$57

September

$51

October

$61

November

$62

December

$58

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Gainesville 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Gainesville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Gainesville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 20, 2024.

Small cars

$50 - $90

All Car Types

$64 - $84

To rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $65/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$90/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a small car saves you 10% 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 Gainesville small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $58/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$64/day). In fact, May is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a medium car saves you 19% 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 Gainesville medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $78/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Gainesville, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$90/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a large car is 9% 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 Gainesville large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $69/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$85/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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 Gainesville SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $117/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in Gainesville, the United States (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$135/day). In fact, November is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a van is 39% 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 Gainesville van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $61/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Gainesville, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$118/day). In fact, January is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a pickup truck 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.

To rent a luxury car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Gainesville, the United States (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~$125/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a luxury car is 19% 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 Gainesville luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $75/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Gainesville, the United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$106/day). In fact, September is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a convertible is 6% 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.

Ford Fiesta$19/day
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Ford Fiesta
Nissan Sentra$22/day
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Nissan Sentra
Toyota Yaris$39/day
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Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Gainesville

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Gainesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Gainesville. Reviews were last updated on November 20, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Gainesville, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

8.3
Very good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.7

Budget

7.5
Good
27 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Avis

6.1
Okay
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Thrifty

2 locations

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.1
Fair
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Best Gainesville car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Gainesville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Gainesville with an average daily rate of $40. Data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Gainesville we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford Fiesta$19/day
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Ford Fiesta
Nissan Sentra$22/day
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Nissan Sentra
Chevrolet Malibu$25/day
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Chevrolet Malibu

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Gainesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on November 20, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Gainesville?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $64/day when booking a rental car in Gainesville. The best deal a user found was for $33/day from Turo, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Gainesville?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Gainesville from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($22/day), Hertz ($39/day), and Thrifty ($40/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) and Alamo (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Gainesville.

  • What are gas prices like in Gainesville?

    The average gas price in Gainesville 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 Gainesville for a week from Hertz?

    Renting a car in Gainesville for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $420/week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 58% to make it a great deal in Gainesville. Try to book at least 73 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

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

    Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 65% below the average car rental price in Gainesville. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Gainesville is on average $1,801 a month or $60 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Gainesville car rental.

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

    $57 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Gainesville. To save money, consider booking a Compact car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $66 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Gainesville?

    Mazda Mazda2, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Gainesville according to Cheapflights users.

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Small car rentals in Gainesville

Find small car rental deals in Gainesville from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Gainesville cost an average of $59 per day. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Hyundai i10$48/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$48/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$48/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Gainesville

Find luxury car rental deals in Gainesville from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Gainesville cost an average of $59 per day. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Gainesville. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Cadillac XTS$45/day
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Cadillac XTS
Cadillac CT5$46/day
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Cadillac CT5
Chrysler 300$47/day
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Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Gainesville

Find van rental deals in Gainesville from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Gainesville cost an average of $61 per day. Price data was last updated on November 20, 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Gainesville. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Dodge Journey$56/day
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Dodge Journey
Chrysler Town & Country$56/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler Town & Country
Kia Carnival$58/day
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Kia Carnival

Car rentals by fuel type in Gainesville

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Gainesville. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Gainesville. Deals were last updated on November 20, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Gainesville. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($27+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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