Austin

Cheap Car Hire in Austin, Chicago from R569

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 Austin with a pick-up date of 4/2 and drop-off date of 11/2. 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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Austin, Chicago 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 28 January 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

R1 330

Cheapest price per day

R569

Best Austin, Chicago car hire deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Austin car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 28 January 2026.
Toyota RAV4R752/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Ford FocusR569/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Audi A4R721/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4

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 039, which is about 1 272% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Austin?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Austin with deals as low as R494,59/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R616,72/day.

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 5.7/10 with 44 reviews). Hertz (rated 5.7/10 with 46 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 007. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 551 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 007. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 551 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 007

February

R1 103

March

R1 263

April

R1 183

May

R1 311

June

R1 455

July

R1 551

August

R1 439

September

R1 023

October

R1 071

November

R1 103

December

R1 023

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.

Budget

5,7
Fair
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,7

Hertz

5,7
Fair
46 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Dollar

5,2
Fair
52 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,2

Alamo

8,1
Very Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,4

National

6,4
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

5,3

Avis

6,2
Okay
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,2

Payless

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,0

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,7

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 28 January 2026.
  • 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 30% less than the average cost of other rental cars in Austin, Chicago, a Toyota Corolla is the cheapest rental car available in the neighborhood. You can expect prices to be an average of R560/day for a Toyota Corolla.

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

    In Austin, Chicago, rental cars cost R560/day on average, and as low as R569 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.

Car hires by fuel type in Austin

Browse car hires by fuel type in Austin. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Austin. Deals were last updated on 28 January 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Austin. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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