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Cheap Car Hire in Alaska from $40

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Alaska with a pick-up date of 4/12 and drop-off date of 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Alaska car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Alaska. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Supplier choice

Average price per day

$135

Cheapest price per day

$40

Alaska car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Alaska, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 38 pickup locations in Alaska to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Price

$48 - $96

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alaska 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

$75

February

$89

March

$107

April

$76

May

$118

June

$247

July

$265

August

$244

September

$118

October

$76

November

$73

December

$81

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alaska is November. 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 Alaska

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Alaska and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Alaska this past week from 16,640 hire locations out of 328 hire agencies. Prices for a Alaska large car hire start from $40/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for hire in Alaska

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Alaska 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

$60 - $269

All Car Types

$84 - $250

To hire a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $131/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Alaska (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$269/day). In fact, January is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a small car saves you 15% 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 Alaska small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $150/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Alaska (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$241/day). In fact, October is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a medium car saves you 2% 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 Alaska medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $169/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Alaska (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$270/day). In fact, January is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a large car is 10% 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 Alaska large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $161/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Alaska (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$250/day). In fact, November is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a SUV is 5% 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 Alaska SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Alaska, you would pay an average price of $139/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Alaska (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$379/day). In fact, October is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Alaska, hiring a van saves you 10% 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 Alaska van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$44/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Auris$53/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris
Mitsubishi Mirage$89/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Top hire agencies in Alaska

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Alaska known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Alaska. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Avis

8.0
Very Good
208 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
34 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
53 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Budget

8.3
Very Good
94 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Thrifty

7.3
Good
41 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

Dollar

7.3
Good
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.5

National

8.9
Very Good
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Hertz

6.9
Okay
24 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.1

Best Alaska car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Alaska. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Alaska with an average daily rate of $117. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Holden Commodore$40/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Commodore
Toyota Corolla$43/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Mitsubishi Mirage$44/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Alaska?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $138/day when booking a car hire in Alaska. The absolute best deal a user found was for $81/day from Turo, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Alaska?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Alaska from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($40/day), Avis ($44/day), and Dollar ($48/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Alaska?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alaska.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alaska?

    The average price of petrol in Alaska is $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alaska for a week from Avis?

    Hiring a car in Alaska for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,044/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Alaska for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 57% to make it a great deal in Alaska. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Alaska.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Alaska is $4,475 ($149/day) on average.

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Luxury car hires in Alaska

Find luxury car hire deals in Alaska from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Alaska cost an average of $113 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$80/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$93/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$110/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Alaska

Browse car hires by fuel type in Alaska. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Alaska. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Alaska. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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