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Cheap Car Rentals in Gainesville from C$ 74

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 Gainesville with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 4/5. 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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Popular car types in Gainesville

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Gainesville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 22 March 2026.
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At C$ 74/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Gainesville in the past week. Out of 12 car rental agencies operating in Gainesville, there are, in total, 19 rental locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

C$ 90+

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Compact

Compact

C$ 90+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 80+

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Standard

Standard

C$ 80+

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Full-size

Full-size

C$ 74+

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Minivan

Minivan

C$ 114+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 121+

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Premium

Premium

C$ 124+

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Compare car rental deals in Gainesville by type

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

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

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

Nissan SentraC$ 90/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra
Found 03/20/26
Toyota YarisC$ 90/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Found 03/20/26

Best car rental deals found in Gainesville

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Gainesville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Gainesville with an average daily rate of C$ 103. Data was last updated on 22 March 2026.
Ford TaurusC$ 74/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Taurus
Found 03/20/26
Mazda Mazda3C$ 80/day
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Found 03/20/26
Hyundai ElantraC$ 80/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Found 03/20/26

Cheapflights insights for Gainesville car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Gainesville, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 56, which is about 13% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Gainesville?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Gainesville is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 7 reviews). Hertz (rated 8.2/10 with 13 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.2
Hertz
Hertz
8.2
Alamo
Alamo
8.0
Budget
Budget
7.3

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

Planning a car rental in Gainesville? September is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 54 per day. In contrast, March is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 78. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 62

February

C$ 71

March

C$ 78

April

C$ 73

May

C$ 67

June

C$ 63

July

C$ 70

August

C$ 64

September

C$ 54

October

C$ 70

November

C$ 70

December

C$ 73

Which car rental company has the most locations in Gainesville?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Gainesville at 2.

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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 22 March 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
7 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.2
Very good
13 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.0
Very good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

8.1

Budget

7.3
Good
29 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Avis

5.9
Fair
12 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

5.6

Thrifty

1 location
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Dollar

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.8

VIPCars Recommendation

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Gainesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2026.

  • 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$ 459 per week on average.

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

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

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

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

Car rentals by fuel type in Gainesville

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Gainesville. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Gainesville. Deals were last updated on 22 March 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Gainesville. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 56+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 56+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 64+

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