Alaska

Cheap Car Hire in Alaska from R1 801

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 Alaska with a pick-up date of 20/9 and drop-off date of 25/9. 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.
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Alaska car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alaska. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

Popular car types in Alaska

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alaska and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 August 2025.

At R1 801/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Alaska in the past week. Out of 357 car hire agencies operating in Alaska, there are, in total, 17 602 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 801+

Premium

Premium

R4 444+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R2 897+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 936+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R2 018+

Best car hire deals found in Alaska

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Alaska. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alaska with an average daily rate of R2 163. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Audi A3R1 801/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Chevrolet CaptivaR1 936/day
5
M
A/C
Chevrolet Captiva
Toyota Corolla CrossR2 018/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross

Cheapflights insights for Alaska car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Alaska, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Alaska?

Book your car hire in Alaska 49 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 202/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 1 454% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Alaska?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Alaska is Avis (rated 7.9/10 with 161 reviews). Budget (rated 8.4/10 with 77 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Alaska?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Alaska is April, when you can expect to pay R842/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Alaska is July (R2 482/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R1 000

February

R1 000

March

R1 052

April

R842

May

R1 035

June

R2 219

July

R2 482

August

R2 254

September

R1 447

October

R991

November

R982

December

R965

What car do most people hire in Alaska?

SUV cars (Acura MDX or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Alaska. Luxury cars (Acura MDX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Alaska?

Kodiak Car Rentals has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alaskan Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Alaska at 6.

Top rental agencies in Alaska

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alaska known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alaska. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.

Avis

7,9
Good
161 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,3

Budget

8,4
Very Good
77 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
38 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

Dollar

7,3
Good
33 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,6

Thrifty

7,2
Good
34 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,4

Ace

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

8,9
Very Good
14 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,5

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,3

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
29 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alaska for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Alaska. They can have you in a hire car for about R8 142 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Alaska it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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