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 13 October 2025.
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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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 224/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 545% 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 8.1/10 with 171 reviews). Budget (rated 8.3/10 with 80 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 R769/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Alaska is July (R2 762/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
R787
February
R892
March
R857
April
R769
May
R997
June
R2 343
July
R2 762
August
R2 395
September
R1 259
October
R822
November
R857
December
R857
What car do most people hire in Alaska?
Luxury cars (Acura MDX or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Alaska. SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Alaska?
Avis has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Alaska at 8.
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 13 October 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 October 2025.
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.