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Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham, Alabama

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham, AL 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 February 22, 2025.

January

₱2,314

February

₱2,545

March

₱3,124

April

₱3,298

May

₱3,413

June

₱3,587

July

₱3,587

August

₱2,950

September

₱2,950

October

₱3,298

November

₱3,008

December

₱2,719

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

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 February 22, 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Birmingham area such as Budget, Avis and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

6.5
Okay
30 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Avis

5.5
Fair
49 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Hertz

5.0
Fair
51 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.7

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
14 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Alamo

7.7
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Dollar

7.0
Good
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.5

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 February 22, 2025.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Birmingham?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Thrifty (8.0 rating) and Alamo (7.7 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Birmingham.

  • What are gas prices like in Birmingham?

    The average gas price in Birmingham is ₱52.08/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,343 and ₱3,385 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Birmingham for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car rental companies in Birmingham, offering car rentals for around ₱52,986 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Birmingham for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Birmingham it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 51%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

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

  • What car do most people rent in Birmingham?

    Nissan Versa, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Birmingham according to Cheapflights users.

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