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Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham, Alabama

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Birmingham, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₱2,480, which is about 4,698% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 5.6/10 with 50 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham is January where you can expect to pay ₱2,254/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Birmingham is May (₱3,325/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

₱2,254

February

₱2,480

March

₱2,874

April

₱3,269

May

₱3,325

June

₱3,043

July

₱3,325

August

₱2,818

September

₱2,874

October

₱3,156

November

₱2,931

December

₱2,593

What car do most people rent in Birmingham?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Birmingham are the following: SUV rentals (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), Full-size rentals (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar), and Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car rental 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 July 5, 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
31 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Avis

5.6
Fair
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.3

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

7.8
Good
13 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Alamo

7.6
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

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

Payless

5.0
Fair
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

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 July 5, 2025.
  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Birmingham for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car rental companies in Birmingham, offering car rentals for around ₱16,250 per week on average.

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

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

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