Florida

Cheap Car Rentals in Florida from $5

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Florida with a pick-up date of 1/25 and drop-off date of 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Florida car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Florida. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on November 19, 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$43

Cheapest price per day

$5

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Florida?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Florida, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 419 pickup locations in Florida to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 19, 2024.

Price

$5 - $45

Out of all the popular cities in Florida, Miami is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $5/day. Renting a car in Miami is 89% cheaper than renting one in Naples where the per day rate is around $45. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Florida to get a rental car in are: Fort Lauderdale ($10/day), Orlando ($11/day), and Tampa ($20/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Orlando should expect to spend around $11/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Florida is Orlando.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Florida 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 November 19, 2024.

January

$29

February

$35

March

$39

April

$35

May

$34

June

$34

July

$42

August

$38

September

$31

October

$35

November

$36

December

$46

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

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Florida to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on November 19, 2024.

Small cars

$23 - $49

All Car Types

$32 - $55

To rent a small car in Florida, you would pay an average price of $32/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Florida (~$23/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$49/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a small car saves you 24% 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. Here are the best Florida small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Florida, you would pay an average price of $33/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Florida (~$26/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$42/day). In fact, September is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a medium car saves you 20% 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. Here are the best Florida medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Florida, you would pay an average price of $47/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Florida (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$62/day). In fact, September is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a large car is 11% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Florida large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Florida, you would pay an average price of $40/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Florida (~$29/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$51/day). In fact, September is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a SUV saves you 5% 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. Here are the best Florida SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Florida, you would pay an average price of $71/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Florida (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$97/day). In fact, January is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a van is 42% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Florida van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Florida, you would pay an average price of $66/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Florida (~$30/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$126/day). In fact, September is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a pickup truck is 38% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Florida pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Florida, you would pay an average price of $76/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Florida (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$91/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a luxury car is 46% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Florida luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Florida, you would pay an average price of $85/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Florida (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$96/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Florida. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Florida, renting a convertible is 52% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Florida convertible rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Focus$5/day
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Ford Focus
Kia Picanto$5/day
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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$7/day
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Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Florida

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Florida known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Florida. Reviews were last updated on November 19, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Florida, including locations near Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Florida, including locations around Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
1288 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.3
Okay
1630 reviews51 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Dollar

5.9
Fair
1165 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.6
Very good
358 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
555 reviews123 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Sixt

7.3
Good
866 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.3
Okay
518 reviews60 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Payless

6.1
Okay
165 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Best Florida car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Florida. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Florida with an average daily rate of $19. Data was last updated on November 19, 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Florida, including locations near Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car rental options.
Ford Focus$5/day
4
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A/C
Ford Focus
Kia Picanto$5/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Corolla$5/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Florida, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on November 19, 2024.
  • What are the requirements to rent a car in Florida?

    You need to be at least 21 to get a cheap car rental in Florida. The car rentals in Florida require you to present a valid driver’s license with a credit or debit card in your name. Drivers with learner’s or instructional permits are not eligible for Florida car rentals. International drivers need to present their home country’s driver’s license, and if it’s not in the Roman alphabet, an International Driver’s License is required. Drivers below age 25 are considered young drivers, and a daily surcharge is applied. Moreover, drivers under 25 don’t have access to electric car rentals, passenger van rentals, and luxury car rentals in Florida.

  • What are the rules for driving in Florida?

    Before getting behind the wheel of a cheap car rental in Florida, here’s what you need to know. When driving in Florida, stick to the right side, and ensure every passenger in the vehicle buckles up. Children below 16 should be restrained in a seatbelt or child safety seat as appropriate, depending on their height, weight, and age. Don’t drink and drive, and don’t get behind the wheel of rental cars in Florida with a BAC higher than 0.08%. Stick to 30 mph when driving in urban and residential areas, 60 mph on all state highways, 65 mph on four-lane highways outside city limits, and 70 mph on Florida Interstates. It’s recommended to check with the local DMV for any recent law changes before getting rental cars in Florida.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Florida?

    The type of Florida car rental you choose will largely depend on where you’re visiting and what you’ll be doing. If you are visiting Florida on business, a compact or economy car rental should be ideal for squeezing through the streets of Florida’s business districts. For those on vacation with the kids, consider renting something bigger with more space for seating and storage, like an SUV. If you and your partner are visiting Florida for a romantic getaway, feel the sea breeze in a convertible or premium model. Since you’re in the Sunshine State, it’s also recommended to book car rentals in Florida with air conditioning.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Florida?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $39/day when booking a rental car in Florida. The best deal a user found was for $15/day from Clubs Car Rental, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Florida?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Florida from the following companies over the past two weeks: Right Cars ($9/day), Zezgo ($11/day), and Economy Rent a Car ($12/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Florida?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Florida.

  • What are gas prices like in Florida?

    The average gas price in Florida is $3.41/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $40 and $58 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Florida for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can rent a car in Florida from about $395 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a rental car in Florida. Take advantage of a below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Florida however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Prices can be as low as $1,694 if you consider booking with Clubs Car Rental. That price represents savings of 92% compared to the Florida average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Florida is on average $1,694 ($56/day).

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Car rentals by fuel type in Florida

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Florida. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Florida. Deals were last updated on November 19, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Florida. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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