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Cheap Car Hire in Tampa from R760

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 Tampa with a pick-up date of 5/7 and drop-off date of 7/7. 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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Popular car types in Tampa

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tampa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 June 2025.

SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Tampa this past week from 162 hire locations out of 88 hire agencies. Prices for a Tampa SUV hire start from R760/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 148+

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 779+

Premium

Premium

R1 436+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 436+

Compare car hire deals in Tampa by type

Here are the best Tampa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tampa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tampa large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tampa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda JazzR865/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Ford FiestaR865/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Hyundai i10R941/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Best car hire deals found in Tampa

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tampa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tampa with an average daily rate of R1 093. Data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Tampa. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Mini CountrymanR760/day
4
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Ford RangerR760/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Volkswagen PoloR865/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Cheapflights insights for Tampa car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Tampa 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R552/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 372% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Tampa?

In Tampa, the most affordable car hire company right now is MEXRENTACAR , offering prices from just R382,32/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is United, with rates starting at R551,49/day.

What is the best car rental company in Tampa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Tampa is Sixt (rated 7.4/10 with 190 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.7/10 with 129 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Tampa? September is the cheapest month, costing about R516 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R837. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R534

February

R677

March

R730

April

R694

May

R588

June

R623

July

R712

August

R677

September

R516

October

R730

November

R694

December

R837

What car do most people hire in Tampa?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Tampa. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tampa?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Tampa at 11.

Top rental agencies in Tampa

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tampa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tampa. Reviews were last updated on 30 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Tampa, including Sixt, Dollar and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Sixt

7,4
Good
190 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,3

Dollar

6,7
Okay
129 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Hertz

6,1
Okay
252 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,2

Budget

5,8
Fair
241 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,9

Easirent

5,1
Fair
179 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,4

Comfort

5,8

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,5

Alamo

8,8
Very Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,5
Good
86 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,4

Thrifty

6,5
Okay
71 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tampa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tampa for a week from United?

    United offers hire cars in Tampa for about R3 860 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Tampa for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Tampa for a weekend?

    R0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Tampa. To save money, consider booking a Compact SUV car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as R382 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Tampa

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tampa. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Tampa. Deals were last updated on 30 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tampa. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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