Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Arizona with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Arizona?
You should book your rental car in Arizona around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Arizona?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Carzi Contactless ($18.76/day), Easirent ($21.16/day) and Avis ($42.40/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Arizona?
Rentals in the SUV category (Cadillac Escalade or similar) are the most popular option in Arizona, costing $97/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $44/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Arizona?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Arizona is January at an average cost of $55/day. March is the most expensive month to rent a car in Arizona when prices are $76/day on average, which tends to be 22% above the yearly average rental price for Arizona.
What rental car company in Arizona has the most locations?
Avis operates 29 locations in Arizona, more than any other rental company.
Arizona car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Arizona by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$33 - $54
All Car Types
$59 - $89
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Arizona?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Arizona?
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How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Arizona?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Arizona?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Arizona?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Arizona?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Arizona?
Small car rentals in Arizona typically cost around $41 per day. The best time to book is July, when prices average $33 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 44% cheaper than the average rental in Arizona, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Arizona typically cost around $58 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average $46 per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 20% cheaper than the average rental in Arizona, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Arizona typically cost around $51 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $40 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 30% cheaper than the average rental in Arizona, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Arizona typically cost around $65 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average $53 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 10% cheaper than the average rental in Arizona, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van rentals in Arizona typically cost around $138 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average $94 per day which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 48% more expensive than the average rental in Arizona, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Arizona typically cost around $67 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $56 per day which is about 17% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 7% cheaper than the average rental in Arizona, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Arizona typically cost around $83 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $70 per day which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 14% more expensive than the average rental in Arizona, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Arizona typically cost around $94 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $77 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 24% more expensive than the average rental in Arizona, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
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$38/day
Top tips for renting a car in Arizona
One of the most important considerations about renting a car in Arizona is the weather, especially in the summertime. With so many locations throughout Arizona that can reach the triple digits during the summer, you most certainly are going to want a car with a good air conditioner. Arizona is also a place with a lot of great outdoor adventures, so having a larger vehicle, such as a van or an SUV, may be a great choice to take all your gear to some of these amazing destinations.
When you are driving a rental car in Arizona with children in the car, it is important to remember some specific rules for the state of Arizona. Every child that is eight years old or younger must be in an approved child safety seat. Children that are thirteen years or younger should always ride in the backseat of a car. It is also important to remember to use a child restraint device that is appropriate for the size and weight of the child.
Because the state of Arizona borders Mexico, a lot of renters often wonder if they can take the car into Mexico. Most major rental car companies will allow you to take a rental car into Mexico but with a couple of important things to remember. Let the rental car companies know you plan on taking the car to Mexico because they will most likely require you to purchase additional insurance. It is also good to know that you most likely cannot do a one-way rental into Mexico.
25% of our users found rental cars in Arizona for $38 or less
Medium rental cars in Arizona are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Arizona
Should I rent a car in Arizona?
The choice on whether or not to rent a car in Arizona really depends on how you plan on traveling while you are there. If you are going to stick to a major city, such as Phoenix or Tucson, there are generally plenty of public transportation options to get you around town, plus you can take advantage of taxis and rideshare vehicles. If you are going on longer adventures and especially if you're going out to places such as the Grand Canyon, the Colorado River, or Sedona, you are most certainly going to want a vehicle for the utmost ease and convenience.
What is driving like in Arizona?
Although driving in Arizona is not much different than any other state in the United States, there are still some unique laws and features to know about when you drive here. Like every state in the United States, drivers in Arizona will drive on the right side of the road and all distances and speeds will be in miles. It is important to remember that Arizona has banned the use of cell phones while you drive, but you generally can use them in a hands-free manner. If you see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road, you must move over one lane as long as it is not dangerous to do so. If you can't move over, you must reduce your speed by at least 10 mph below the speed limit.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Arizona?
For the most part, to rent a car in Arizona, you will need to be twenty one years or older. An exception to this is if you want to rent a nicer car, such as a luxury sedan or a premium SUV. Rental car companies will generally want you to be twenty five years or older to do so. This age restriction is also going to be true if you want to use a debit card instead of a credit card to rent your car. There are some rental car companies that will let anyone who is eighteen years or older rent a car, but prepare for the fact that this is going to be a very basic vehicle and you will have very limited options to choose from.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Arizona?
On average a rental car in Arizona costs $49 per day.
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Arizona are Phoenix (71% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Arizona), Tucson (10%) and Mesa (3%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Arizona?
On average a rental car in Arizona costs $341 per week ($49 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Arizona?
On average a rental car in Arizona costs $1,463 per month ($49 per day).
Car rental directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Arizona
93 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Arizona
53 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Arizona
36 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Arizona
36 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in Arizona
20 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Arizona
16 Locations
Easirent car rental locations in Arizona
11 Locations
Resla car rental locations in Arizona
11 Locations
Alamo car rental locations in Arizona
7 Locations
Eagle Rent A Car car rental locations in Arizona
7 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in Arizona
6 Locations
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Everything you need to know for your car rental in Arizona
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