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Cheap Car Rentals in Alabama from C$ 50

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Alabama with a pick-up date of 7/5 and drop-off date of 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Alabama car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Alabama. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

C$ 80

Cheapest price per day

C$ 50

Alabama car rental prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Alabama, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 119 pickup locations in Alabama to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Price

C$ 67 - C$ 105

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alabama 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 15 April 2025.

January

C$ 69

February

C$ 72

March

C$ 75

April

C$ 82

May

C$ 76

June

C$ 86

July

C$ 87

August

C$ 68

September

C$ 63

October

C$ 77

November

C$ 80

December

C$ 76

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alabama is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Popular car types in Alabama

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Alabama and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

There are 347 rental agencies servicing Alabama. These agencies, altogether, have 17,319 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? medium car is the cheapest car type to rent in Alabama with prices from C$ 50 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can rent in Alabama:

Economy

Economy

C$ 50+

Compact

Compact

C$ 61+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 50+

Standard

Standard

C$ 63+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 70+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 95+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 127+

Premium

Premium

C$ 127+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 149+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 76+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 57+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 59+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 71+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 73+

Compare available car types for rental in Alabama

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Alabama to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Small cars

C$ 32 - C$ 68

All Car Types

C$ 42 - C$ 109

To rent a small car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of C$ 40/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Alabama (~C$ 32/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 68/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a small 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. Here are the best Alabama small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Alabama, you would pay an average price of C$ 52/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Alabama (~C$ 33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 102/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a medium car saves you 9% 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. Here are the best Alabama medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Alabama, you would pay an average price of C$ 66/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Alabama (~C$ 33/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 177/day). In fact, November is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Alabama. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alabama, renting a SUV is 14% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Alabama SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mitsubishi MirageC$ 50/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Honda FitC$ 61/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Mazda Mazda2C$ 61/day
4
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2

Top rental agencies in Alabama

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Alabama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Alabama. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.

Hertz

5.2
Fair
170 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
59 reviews36 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.4

Alamo

7.3
Good
41 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Budget

6.9
Okay
54 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Dollar

6.6
Okay
34 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Avis

6.3
Okay
74 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
7 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

National

6.7
Okay
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Best Alabama car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Alabama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Alabama with an average daily rate of C$ 78. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Hyundai ElantraC$ 50/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Chevrolet SparkC$ 50/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai KonaC$ 59/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Alabama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Alabama?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 105/day when booking a rental car in Alabama. The best deal a user found was for C$ 66/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 13.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Alabama?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Alabama from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (C$ 62/day), Hertz (C$ 63/day), and Dollar (C$ 65/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Alabama?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Alabama.

  • What are gas prices like in Alabama?

    The average gas price in Alabama is C$ 1.26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 56 and C$ 81 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Alabama for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Alabama. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 545 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Alabama for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 52% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Alabama.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Alabama for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Alabama can be found for about C$ 2,338, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 78 a day. Book with Avis, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 17% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Alabama.

Small car rentals in Alabama

Find small car rental deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Alabama cost an average of C$ 161 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Honda FitC$ 107/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 107/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 111/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Alabama

Find luxury car rental deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Alabama cost an average of C$ 199 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Dodge ChargerC$ 107/day
5
4
M
A/C
Dodge Charger
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassC$ 109/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Dodge ChargerC$ 113/day
5
4
M
A/C
Dodge Charger

Van rentals in Alabama

Find van rental deals in Alabama from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Alabama cost an average of C$ 206 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Toyota SiennaC$ 88/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Chrysler PacificaC$ 101/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler PacificaC$ 103/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler Pacifica

Car rentals by fuel type in Alabama

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Alabama. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Alabama. Deals were last updated on 15 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Alabama. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 46+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 88+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 48+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 46+

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