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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Gainesville 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 21 November 2024.

January

C$ 67

February

C$ 76

March

C$ 85

April

C$ 81

May

C$ 76

June

C$ 79

July

C$ 95

August

C$ 79

September

C$ 71

October

C$ 85

November

C$ 86

December

C$ 81

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Gainesville is January. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Gainesville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Gainesville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 57 - C$ 134

All Car Types

C$ 49 - C$ 145

To rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 58/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 134/day). In fact, January is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 65/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 109/day). In fact, July is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a medium car saves you 16% 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 rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 62/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 177/day). In fact, January is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a SUV saves you 21% 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 Gainesville

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Gainesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Gainesville. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Gainesville, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

8.3
Very good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.7

Budget

7.5
Good
27 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Avis

6.1
Okay
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Thrifty

2 locations

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.1
Fair
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Gainesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Gainesville?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) and Alamo (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Gainesville.

  • What are gas prices like in Gainesville?

    The average gas price in Gainesville is C$ 1.26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 57 and C$ 82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Gainesville for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car rental companies in Gainesville, offering car rentals for around C$ 653 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 58% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 73 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Gainesville.

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in Gainesville?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Gainesville according to Cheapflights users.

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