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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Austin 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 8 October 2024.

January

R696

February

R818

March

R1 009

April

R1 218

May

R835

June

R887

July

R992

August

R853

September

R853

October

R1 079

November

R905

December

R766

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Austin is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Austin

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Austin to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2024.

Small cars

R580 - R1 679

All Car Types

R580 - R2 962

To hire a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R636/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austin, the United States (~R580/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 679/day). In fact, June is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a small car saves you 27% 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 hire a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R844/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austin, the United States (~R657/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 283/day). In fact, July is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a medium car saves you 3% 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 hire a large car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R591/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Austin, the United States (~R627/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 339/day). In fact, August is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a large car saves you 32% 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 hire a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R702/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austin, the United States (~R737/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 283/day). In fact, October is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a SUV saves you 20% 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.

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 8 October 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Austin area such as Budget, Hertz and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

6,1
Okay
123 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,1

Hertz

5,0
Fair
214 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,7

Overall

5,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,0

Alamo

9,0
Wonderful
33 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

8,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
53 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

Avis

6,3
Okay
38 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,1

Dollar

6,3
Okay
56 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,2

Advantage

8,1
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

7,5

Thrifty

6,3
Okay
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 October 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Austin?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9,0 rating), National (8,0 rating) and Advantage (7,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Austin.

  • What are petrol prices like in Austin?

    The average price of petrol in Austin is R16,37/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R736 and R1 064 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Austin for about R10 136 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Austin 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 38% to make it a great deal in Austin. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Austin?

    The most popular car to hire while in Austin is the Toyota Corolla, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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