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Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham, Alabama

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Birmingham, AL car rentals in 2026

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 4 May 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 20,076.16

Average price per day

Rp 747,144

Cheapest price per day

Rp 559,017

Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Birmingham, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 796,123/day – about 1,497,216% less than the yearly average.

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 6.5/10 with 31 reviews). Avis (rated 5.2/10 with 44 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Birmingham? January is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 709,588 per day. In contrast, March is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,073,036. 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 709,588

February

Rp 865,351

March

Rp 1,073,036

April

Rp 1,038,422

May

Rp 969,194

June

Rp 917,272

July

Rp 986,501

August

Rp 848,044

September

Rp 848,044

October

Rp 986,501

November

Rp 951,886

December

Rp 848,044

What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Birmingham. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire 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 4 May 2026.

Budget

6.5
Okay
31 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Avis

5.2
Fair
44 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.5

Hertz

5.1
Fair
37 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
12 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.6
Okay
13 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.3

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

5.2
Fair
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

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 4 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 747,144/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 559,017/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 25.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Birmingham. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 5,230,010 per week.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 26% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Birmingham can cost you on average Rp 22,414,330 a month or Rp 747,144 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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