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Cheap Car Hire in Austin, Chicago

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Austin, Chicago car hires in 2025

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 13 September 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

R712

Cheapest price per day

R712

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Austin, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R1 198, which is about 1 391% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Austin?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Austin is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 51 reviews). Budget (rated 5.7/10 with 45 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Austin, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R1 251. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 685 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Austin, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R1 251. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 685 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R1 251

February

R1 251

March

R1 407

April

R1 285

May

R1 442

June

R1 581

July

R1 685

August

R1 581

September

R1 303

October

R1 285

November

R1 320

December

R1 355

Which car hire company has the most locations in Austin?

In Austin, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Thrifty have 2 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Austin, Chicago

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Austin, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Hertz

5,8
Fair
51 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,9

Budget

5,7
Fair
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,7

Dollar

5,3
Fair
54 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,3

Alamo

8,2
Very Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,3

National

6,3
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

5,5

Avis

6,2
Okay
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,1

Payless

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Austin Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Austin?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Austin however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Austin, Chicago?

    At 32% less than the average cost of other rental cars in Austin, Chicago, a Chevrolet Trax is the cheapest rental car available in the neighborhood. You can expect prices to be an average of R973/day for a Chevrolet Trax.

  • How much is a rental car in Austin, Chicago?

    In Austin, Chicago, rental cars cost R973/day on average, and as low as R978 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.

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