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How far in advance should I hire a car in Austin?

For the best savings on car hire in Austin, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 695,906/day – about 1,384,786% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Austin?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Austin is Budget (rated 6.0/10 with 115 reviews). Hertz (rated 5.0/10 with 216 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Austin? January is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 614,986 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,003,399. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 614,986

February

Rp 647,354

March

Rp 890,112

April

Rp 890,112

May

Rp 809,192

June

Rp 760,641

July

Rp 890,112

August

Rp 793,009

September

Rp 776,825

October

Rp 1,003,399

November

Rp 873,928

December

Rp 809,192

What car do most people hire in Austin?

SUV cars (Ford Escape or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Austin. Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Austin?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Austin at 10.

Top rental agencies in Austin

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Austin known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Austin. Reviews were last updated on 5 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Austin area such as Budget, Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Budget

6.0
Okay
115 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.0
Fair
216 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
46 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Avis

6.2
Okay
38 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.0

Dollar

6.1
Okay
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.2

Easirent

3.4
Poor
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.4

Pick-up/drop-off

3.5

Value

4.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Austin?

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

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