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Birmingham, AL car rentals in 2025

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 25 March 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 77

Average price per day

₹ 4,187

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,451

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 25 March 2025.

January

₹ 3,427

February

₹ 3,770

March

₹ 4,456

April

₹ 4,799

May

₹ 4,970

June

₹ 5,227

July

₹ 5,227

August

₹ 4,370

September

₹ 4,370

October

₹ 4,884

November

₹ 4,456

December

₹ 3,942

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham, AL

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Birmingham, AL to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,397 - ₹ 6,643

All Car Types

₹ 2,424 - ₹ 11,684

To hire a small car in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 1,857/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United States (~₹ 2,397/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 6,643/day). In fact, January is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a small car saves you 64% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 2,427/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United States (~₹ 4,076/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 7,063/day). In fact, May is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a medium car saves you 53% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 3,526/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United States (~₹ 3,451/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~₹ 12,789/day). In fact, February is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a SUV saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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 25 March 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Birmingham, including Budget, Avis and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Hertz

5.0
Fair
51 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

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
13 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

5.3
Fair
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.3

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 25 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,187/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,451/day from Dollar, booked on Mar. 23.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Birmingham?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Birmingham.

  • What are petrol prices like in Birmingham?

    The average price of petrol in Birmingham is ₹ 77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,471 and ₹ 5,013 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Dollar you can hire a car in Birmingham from about ₹ 29,311 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 49% to make it a great deal in Birmingham. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • 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?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Birmingham can be found for about ₹ 125,618, with the average price for a rental being around ₹ 4,187 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 19% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Birmingham.

  • What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

    The most popular car to hire while in Birmingham is the Ford Edge, which is a Standard vehicle.

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