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Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham, AL from C$ 55

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Birmingham with a pick-up date of 31/5 and drop-off date of 2/6. 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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Birmingham, AL car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Birmingham, AL. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 May 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.42

Average price per day

C$ 138

Cheapest price per day

C$ 55

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham, AL 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 20 May 2024.

January

C$ 55

February

C$ 62

March

C$ 74

April

C$ 78

May

C$ 80

June

C$ 78

July

C$ 81

August

C$ 73

September

C$ 78

October

C$ 81

November

C$ 78

December

C$ 58

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham 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.

Popular car types in Birmingham, AL

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Birmingham, AL and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 20 May 2024.

There are, in total, 28 car rental locations in Birmingham that are operated by 11 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 55/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Birmingham rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 55+

Compact

Compact

C$ 95+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 61+

Standard

Standard

C$ 68+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 68+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 101+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 89+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 67+

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham, AL

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Birmingham, AL to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 May 2024.

Small cars

C$ 56 - C$ 118

All Car Types

C$ 59 - C$ 155

To rent a small car in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 83/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Birmingham, the United States (~C$ 56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 118/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Birmingham, renting a small car saves you 13% 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 Birmingham small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 79/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Birmingham, the United States (~C$ 37/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 230/day). In fact, December is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Birmingham, 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. Here are the best Birmingham medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 67/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Birmingham, the United States (~C$ 62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 160/day). In fact, February is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Birmingham, renting a large car saves you 29% 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 Birmingham large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 73/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Birmingham, the United States (~C$ 62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 139/day). In fact, February is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Birmingham, renting a SUV saves you 23% 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 Birmingham SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota YarisC$ 55/day
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Toyota Yaris
Mazda Mazda2C$ 95/day
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Mazda Mazda2

Top rental agencies in Birmingham, AL

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Birmingham, AL known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Birmingham, AL. Reviews were last updated on 20 May 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Birmingham, such as Alamo, Thrifty and Dollar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8.2
Very good
61 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Thrifty

7.6
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Dollar

7.5
Good
70 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Budget

6.7
Okay
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Avis

5.7
Fair
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Payless

5.7
Fair
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.7

Hertz

5.2
Fair
70 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
29 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Best Birmingham, AL car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Birmingham, AL. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Birmingham, AL with an average daily rate of C$ 84. Data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Birmingham we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota YarisC$ 55/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Ford Focus SedanC$ 61/day
5
4
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A/C
Ford Focus Sedan
Toyota RAV4C$ 67/day
5
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A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Birmingham, AL, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 138/day when booking a rental car in Birmingham. The best deal a user found was for C$ 55/day from Dollar, booked on May 19.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Birmingham from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (C$ 61/day), Payless (C$ 95/day), and Budget (C$ 106/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (8.7 rating), Alamo (8.2 rating) and Dollar (7.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Birmingham.

  • What are gas prices like in Birmingham?

    The average gas price in Birmingham is C$ 1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 64 and C$ 92 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Dollar is one of the most popular car rental companies in Birmingham, offering car rentals for around C$ 969 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 52% on your car rental. For a below average price in Birmingham, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Birmingham.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Birmingham can be found for about C$ 4,151, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 138 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 60% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Birmingham.

  • How much is a car rental in Birmingham for a weekend?

    It costs C$ 0 for a weekend car rental in Birmingham, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Birmingham in June, prices are C$ 190 per day on average.

  • What car do most people rent in Birmingham?

    The most popular car to rent while in Birmingham is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in Birmingham, AL

Find luxury car rental deals in Birmingham, AL from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Birmingham, AL cost an average of C$ 158 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Birmingham. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Audi A4C$ 95/day
5
2
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A/C
Audi A4
Chrysler 300C$ 102/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300
BMW 3 SeriesC$ 104/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Birmingham, AL

Find van rental deals in Birmingham, AL from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Birmingham, AL cost an average of C$ 220 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Birmingham. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 134/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 148/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 151/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham, AL. Deals were last updated on 20 May 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 66+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 68+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 66+

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