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Austin car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Austin. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 April 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

R19,15

Average price per day

R670

Cheapest price per day

R582
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Cheapflights insights for Austin car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Austin 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R729/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 339% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Austin?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Austin is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 114 reviews). Hertz (rated 4.9/10 with 179 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
5.9
Hertz
Hertz
4.9
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Avis
Avis
6.3

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

Planning to hire a car in Austin? January is the cheapest month, costing about R712 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 017. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R712

February

R813

March

R983

April

R915

May

R847

June

R779

July

R847

August

R796

September

R813

October

R1 017

November

R898

December

R864

What car do most people hire in Austin?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Austin. Luxury cars (Acura MDX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Austin?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Austin at 10.

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Top rental agencies in Austin

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on 2 April 2026.

Budget

5,9
Fair
114 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Hertz

4,9
Mediocre
179 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,6

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

4,9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,4
Good
44 reviews•20 locations
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Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,2

Avis

6,3
Okay
40 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,1

Dollar

6,1
Okay
43 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,1

Resla

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
21 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,1

Value

8,3

Thrifty

6,2
Okay
2 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

5,8

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Austin?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R670/day when booking a car hire in Austin. The absolute best deal a user found was for R582/day from Avis, booked on Mar. 28.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Austin for a week from Avis?

    Avis offers hire cars in Austin for about R4 690 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Austin check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Austin for a month is R20 102. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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