Birmingham

Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham, AL from C$ 59

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 Birmingham with a pick-up date of 22/12 and drop-off date of 23/12. 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 2025

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 29 November 2025.

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.27

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

C$ 38

Cheapest price per day

C$ 59

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 29 November 2025.

There are, in total, 29 car rental locations in Birmingham that are operated by 12 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: C$ 59/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Birmingham rental providers:

Economy

Economy

C$ 62+

Compact

Compact

C$ 64+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 59+

Standard

Standard

C$ 65+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 67+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 158+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 121+

Premium

Premium

C$ 138+

Compare car rental deals in Birmingham, AL by type

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

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

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

Here are the best Birmingham SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioC$ 62/day
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Kia Rio
Kia SoulC$ 64/day
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Kia Soul

Best car rental deals found in Birmingham

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$ 87. Data was last updated on 29 November 2025.
Volkswagen JettaC$ 59/day
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Volkswagen Jetta
Class VehicleC$ 60/day
5
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Class Vehicle
Hyundai VelosterC$ 62/day
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Hyundai Veloster

Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Birmingham?

Book your rental car in Birmingham 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 62/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 18% off the usual average price.

What is the best car rental company in Birmingham?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Birmingham is Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 32 reviews). Avis (rated 5.4/10 with 47 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Birmingham, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 56. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging C$ 83 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Birmingham, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just C$ 56. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging C$ 83 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 56

February

C$ 62

March

C$ 71

April

C$ 80

May

C$ 83

June

C$ 76

July

C$ 81

August

C$ 69

September

C$ 69

October

C$ 81

November

C$ 76

December

C$ 63

What car do most people rent in Birmingham?

Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Birmingham. Full-size rentals (RAM Pickup or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV rentals (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Birmingham?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Birmingham at 4.

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 29 November 2025.

Budget

6.6
Okay
32 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Avis

5.4
Fair
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Hertz

5.0
Fair
43 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.5

Alamo

8.4
Very good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
13 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.8
Okay
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

National

6.0
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Payless

5.0
Fair
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

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 29 November 2025.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 38/day when booking a rental car in Birmingham. The best deal a user found was for C$ 35/day from Provider's pick, booked on Nov. 25.

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

    Avis is one of the most popular car rental companies in Birmingham, offering car rentals for around C$ 576 per week on average.

  • 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$ 2,468, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 82 a day. Book with Provider's pick, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 58% 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 December, prices are C$ 0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham, AL. Deals were last updated on 29 November 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 68+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 68+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 76+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 68+

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