Tampa Airport

Cheap Car Rentals in Tampa Airport from $14

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 Tampa Airport with a pick-up date of 1/11 and drop-off date of 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Tampa Airport car rentals in 2024

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

Most popular company

EASIRENT

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$42

Cheapest price per day

$14

Compare available car types for rental in Tampa Airport

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Tampa Airport 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

$39 - $67

All Car Types

$43 - $72

To rent a small car in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $49/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Tampa Airport (~$39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$67/day). In fact, January is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting a small car saves you 11% 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 Tampa Airport small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $44/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Tampa Airport (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$53/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, 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 Tampa Airport medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $68/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Tampa Airport (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$109/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting a large car is 20% 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 Tampa Airport large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $55/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Tampa Airport (~$37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~$82/day). In fact, October is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting 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 Tampa Airport SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $81/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Tampa Airport (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$113/day). In fact, October is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting a van is 33% 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 Tampa Airport van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $49/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Tampa Airport (~$39/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$109/day). In fact, April is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting a luxury 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 Tampa Airport luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Tampa Airport, you would pay an average price of $57/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Tampa Airport (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$95/day). In fact, February is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Tampa Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa Airport, renting a convertible is 4% 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.

Mini Hatch$14/day
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Toyota Yaris$14/day
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Toyota Yaris
Ford Focus$15/day
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Tips for renting a car in Tampa Airport

Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Tampa Airport including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on December 23, 2024.
  • The Tampa International Airport (TPA) rental companies offer the same and different drop-off options. If you want to rent a vehicle at the airport and drop it off at another, consider informing the rental company in advance so that the company may include that in your rental agreement. You will incur additional charges for one-way rental. Various rental companies at TPA, including Hertz, Budget, Avis, and Enterprise, offer one-way rental. You must specify your desired drop-off location to the rental company during pick-up or reservation. To secure good rates with one-way rental and ensure availability, consider making a reservation for a one-way rental.
  • When dropping your rental car off at the airport, clear signs will direct you to the rental center where you will drop off the vehicle. As you approach the airport, follow the signs for Rental Car Return. The return area for the rental vehicles is at the Rental Car Center (RCC). Follow the signs to the rental center, where your rental company will direct you to the designated area for parking the vehicle. Park the car, get all your belonging from the car, and return the car keys to the rental agency counter. You can take a shuttle to the airport’s terminals.
  • If you have special needs, you can rent a car from the car rental companies in TPA renting accessible vehicles, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise. Hertz runs a program called the Hertz Accessible Program, which provides vehicles with various mobility aids, including wheelchair-accessible vans with lifts or ramps and vehicles equipped with hand controls. Avis and Budget-accessible vehicle fleet include vehicles with hand controls and wheelchair-accessible vehicles. Enterprise also runs an Accessible Van Rental program offering wheelchair-accessible vans featuring rear or side entry ramps. The rental agencies offer assistance services to passengers with special needs during the rental.

Top rental agencies in Tampa Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Tampa Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Tampa Airport. Reviews were last updated on December 23, 2024.

Ace

6.1
Okay
59 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Avis

6.0
Okay
41 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.9
Very good
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.5

Alamo

8.7
Very good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.2

Advantage

6.3
Okay
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.0

Street Rent a Car

2 locations

4Wheels Rent A Car

1 location

AcaRent

1 location

Best Tampa Airport car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Tampa Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Tampa Airport with an average daily rate of $24. Data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Kia Sportage$27/day
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Kia Sportage
Ford Focus$14/day
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Ford Focus
Buick Encore$21/day
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Buick Encore

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Tampa Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 23, 2024.
  • Can I rent an eco-friendly vehicle at Tampa International Airport?

    When flying into Tampa Airport, you can rent an eco-friendly vehicle from one of the rental companies, including Budget, Avis, Ace Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar, for sustainable travel around Tampa. Eco-friendly vehicles are fuel-efficient, meaning you will save on fuel expenses while contributing positively to environmental sustainability in the city through a reduced carbon footprint. You can pick up the vehicles at TPA and drop them off at the airport. You have a selection of electric, hybrid, and fuel-efficient vehicles from these rental agencies, with mid-size and full-size hybrid vehicles and compact, mid-size, and full-size electric vehicles available. There are various charging stations for electric vehicles in Tampa Airport’s parking facilities, making charging the electric vehicle when returning it to the airport convenient.

  • What are the requirements for renting a car at Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    When renting a car at the airport, you must have a valid driver’s license with a validity of at least a year and a credit card in your name for payment. Some of the rental companies in TPA accept debit cards for payment. Most rental companies in TPA have a minimum age requirement of 21 years. However, some agencies may require renters below 25 years to pay an extra fee for young renters channeled to insurance, with restrictions on large vehicles, including SUVs for young renters. You may also present your insurance documents if you use your insurance on your rental vehicle. If you are making an off-site rental, ensure you have a reservation.

  • Where are the car rental counters located at Tampa International Airport?

    The rental companies in TPA are located in the Rental Car Center (RCC), accessible by airport shuttle service. You can board the shuttle buses outside the baggage claim area on both the red and blue sides of the terminal. The shuttle buses offer transit services at a 10-minute interval with a 5 to 10-minute travel time to the RCC from the terminal. When you arrive in RCC, you can rent a car from your preferred rental company, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Dollar, Thrifty, Alamo, and Ace. Once you complete the rental process, you can pick up your rental car at the designated parking area in the rental facility.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found at Tampa Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $34/day when booking a rental car at Tampa Airport. The best deal a user found was for $17/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Dec. 16.

  • Which car rental providers are at Tampa Airport?

    There are 10 car rental providers located at Tampa Airport. The following companies can be found near the Tampa Airport car rental counter:American Rent-A-Car (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.9)Alamo (8.7)National (8.0)Sixt (7.3)NextCar (7.2)Hertz (7.1)Payless (6.8)Dollar (6.7)Thrifty (6.4)

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest at Tampa Airport?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car at Tampa Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Wheego ($14/day), DFG Rent A Car ($14/day), and U-Save ($17/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best at Tampa Airport?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, American Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Economy Rent a Car (10.0 rating) and Alamo (8.3 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies at Tampa Airport.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Tampa Airport for a week from Easirent?

    Renting a car at Tampa Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Easirent, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $192/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car at Tampa Airport for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 23% on a rental car at Tampa Airport. Take advantage of a below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Tampa Airport?

    Yes, renting a vehicle at Tampa Airport for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Tampa Airport for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 67% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car at Tampa Airport can cost you on average $825 a month or $27 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Luxury car rentals in Tampa Airport

Find luxury car rental deals in Tampa Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Tampa Airport cost an average of $35 per day. Price data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Chrysler 300$34/day
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Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Tampa Airport

Find van rental deals in Tampa Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Tampa Airport cost an average of $44 per day. Price data was last updated on December 23, 2024.
Chrysler Pacifica$44/day
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Chrysler Pacifica

Car rentals by fuel type in Tampa Airport

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Tampa Airport. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Tampa Airport. Deals were last updated on December 23, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Tampa Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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