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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Austin, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$320, which is about 545% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 113 reviews). Hertz (rated 4.9/10 with 214 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Austin, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$297. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$484 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Austin, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$297. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging HK$484 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$297

February

HK$312

March

HK$430

April

HK$430

May

HK$391

June

HK$359

July

HK$391

August

HK$367

September

HK$375

October

HK$484

November

HK$422

December

HK$391

What car do most people rent in Austin?

Intermediate cars (Acura TLX, for example) are the most popular in Austin. SUV (GMC Yukon) and Full-size (Chevrolet Impala) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Austin.

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 21 August 2025.

Budget

6.0
Okay
113 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
214 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

4.9

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

Resla

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

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

8.3

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Austin, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 August 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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