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Cheap Car Hire in Austin from R928

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 Austin with a pick-up date of 17/1 and drop-off date of 19/1. 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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Austin car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Austin. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

R16,08

Average price per day

R949

Cheapest price per day

R928

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Austin 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 17 December 2024.

January

R696

February

R821

March

R1 035

April

R1 250

May

R857

June

R910

July

R1 017

August

R875

September

R857

October

R1 125

November

R982

December

R785

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Austin is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Austin

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Austin and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

There are, in total, 84 car hire locations in Austin that are operated by 32 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R928/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Austin hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

R1 002+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 407+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 370+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 725+

Convertible

Convertible

R1 432+

Compare available car types for rental in Austin

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Austin to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

R595 - R1 722

All Car Types

R595 - R2 240

To hire a small car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R656/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Austin, the United States (~R595/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 722/day). In fact, June is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a small car saves you 28% 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 Austin small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R680/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Austin, the United States (~R674/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 662/day). In fact, July is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a medium car saves you 26% 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 Austin medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R590/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Austin, the United States (~R643/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 373/day). In fact, August is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a large car saves you 35% 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 Austin large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Austin, the United States, you would pay an average price of R859/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Austin, the United States (~R756/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 367/day). In fact, October is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Austin. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Austin, renting a SUV saves you 6% 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 Austin SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR928/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki BalenoR928/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 598/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Austin

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Austin area such as Budget, Hertz and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

6,1
Okay
120 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,1

Hertz

5,0
Fair
212 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,7

Overall

5,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,0

Alamo

8,9
Very Good
31 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,9

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
53 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,5

Avis

6,3
Okay
39 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,1

Dollar

6,2
Okay
55 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,1

Advantage

8,1
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

7,5

Thrifty

6,5
Okay
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,1

Best Austin car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Austin. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Austin with an average daily rate of R1 105. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Austin. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Corolla QuestR928/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Suzuki BalenoR928/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Toyota CorollaR965/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Austin?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R949/day when booking a car hire in Austin. The absolute best deal a user found was for R858/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 16.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Austin from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (R928/day), Europcar (R1 150/day), and Dollar (R1 370/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,9 rating), National (8,6 rating) and Advantage (7,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Austin.

  • What are petrol prices like in Austin?

    The average price of petrol in Austin is R16,08/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R723 and R1 045 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Austin for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Austin for about R6 640 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Austin 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 37% to make it a great deal in Austin. 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 Austin?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Austin check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Austin for a month is R28 458. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Austin for a weekend?

    R0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Austin. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Austin?

    The most popular car to hire while in Austin is the Toyota Corolla, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

Car hires by fuel type in Austin

Browse car hires by fuel type in Austin. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Austin. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Austin. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R55+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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