Pick-up location | Huntsville |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 14 |
Airport locations | 7 |
Popular agencies | Turo, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Compact | $46/day |
Intermediate | $31/day |
Standard | $24/day |
Full-size | $39/day |
Minivan | $66/day |
Full-size SUV | $40/day |
Pickup truck | $42/day |
Premium SUV | $43/day |
Intermediate SUV | $37/day |
Standard SUV | $40/day |
Compact SUV | $42/day |
Huntsville is the perfect base for venturing out into the beautiful Alabama countryside, and a 4-wheel-drive car promises a smooth and safe ride. Especially when visiting during the winter, the roads can be covered with sleet or snow and drivers will want to have sufficient traction for their trips in and around the city.
If there is no speed limit sign posted, 30 mph is permitted to drive within the city limits of Huntsville. On rural roads outside the city, 45 mph is allowed, and 70 mph is the limit on interstates and freeways. Always adjust your speed for the prevailing weather and road conditions, especially when snow or ice cover the roads.
There are various parking options in Huntsville, including metered on-street parking as well as public lots and garages. On-street parking costs about $0.50 per hour and time restrictions apply Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Parking outside these times and on public holidays is free. Parking garages in Huntsville include the Central City Parking on Clifton Avenue and on Madison Street.
On average a rental car in Huntsville costs $65 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Huntsville found in the last 2 weeks is $44.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($42/day) and Avis ($46/day).
The average gas price in Huntsville is $4.16 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $50 and $67, depending on the car size.
Standard (Kia Sorento or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Huntsville.
Car rental companies onsite at Huntsville airport include Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis and National.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Standard car rental in Huntsville costs $35 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in Huntsville costs $37 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Huntsville costs $38 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Huntsville costs $452 per week ($65 per day).
On average a rental car in Huntsville costs $1,938 per month ($65 per day).
Most car rental providers in Huntsville offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Huntsville, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 8 car rental agencies in Huntsville.
Some car rental companies in Huntsville which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Huntsville so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Huntsville is a city that has a vast network of tarmac roads that feature wide lanes as well as ample parking spots. With this type of road, you can drive different car rentals in Huntsville without a hitch. In addition, luxurious limousines can be easily driven across the city and parked in some parking zones.
Huntsville has several public parking spots, which are ideal for you if you have a rental car. Consider parking at Downtown Event Parking if you are in the downtown area. You may also consider parking at Central City Garage for overnight parking.
5 locations in Huntsville
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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I hated literally everything about this rentalCons:
When I select a specific airport I do not expect the reservation to be switched to a satellite rental office 30 minutes away from the airport and then be told by your customer service that there is absolutely nothing that can be done. Time, effort, money, and stress added to travel is not something that is needed. In the event I consider using your services again I’ve requested friends to brain me with a heavy object. This state would be preferable to trying to the nonsense I experienced.8.8 Very good
Sep 2020
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I like the offer of picking up the vehicle a day early for free and the free upgrade.Cons:
Cleanliness of the vehicle...smelled of smoke and no covid19 assurances as in the commercial, in fact it wasn’t even addressed by the agent until I asked.8.4 Very good
Aug 2020
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Car was greatCons:
Took a long time to get my car8.0 Very good
May 2020
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The staff was friendly and the drop-off was easy.Cons:
The car was dirty on the outside and had a bad smell on the inside.7.6 Good
Feb 2020
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Still never got my receipt from drop off5.6 Fair
Feb 2020
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Rental smelled like smoke. Agent was nice but seemingly unwilling to address.One location in Huntsville
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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I reserved a car online, and flew 800 miles . But when i arrived they told me i was not eligible to rent because of a deductible in 2004. Something I still have no knowledge of. Also poor customer service in Huntsville. Alabama.8.4 Very good
Oct 2020
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The Lin’s seemed to move slow when I was picking up the car. There was only one person in front of me and it took a good 10 minutes to get me through the line. I’ve always thought car rental companies should pay attention to that metric. The last thing someone wants to be doing after a long airline flight is wait in a slow moving line.2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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Nothing.Cons:
The vehicles in my area were advertised falsely. When I arrived to Alamo to pick up the vehicle I found on Kayak, they told me no cars had been available for weeks and had no idea why I found otherwise. Kayak should follow this up. These types of issues can create unnecessary stress for travelers.2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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Nothing.Cons:
The vehicles in my area were advertised falsely. When I arrived to Alamo to pick up the vehicle I found on Kayak, they told me no cars had been available for weeks and had no idea why I found otherwise. Kayak should follow this up. These types of issues can create unnecessary stress for travelers.6.0 Okay
Jul 2020
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The drop off was easy.Cons:
We had a 6:30 pm pickup. We waited over an hour in the heat to get the car. They only had one person scheduled to clean the cars and he was working for three other car rentals in the airport. Very unsatisfactory!2 locations in Huntsville
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6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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They put the spinner knob on when I mentioned that I didn't need hand controls.Cons:
Customer service I am still trying to figure out what the extra $109 charge is for and no one will tell me.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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The staff was friendly and helpful6.0 Okay
Sep 2019
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The car smelled terrible like smoke. That’s not good when it’s 97 degrees out and you have to have windows closed with air on. It gave me a terrible headache.4.8 Mediocre
Jul 2019
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Car rental staff was nice, the location can't be beat--just get off the down escalator right by Baggage Claim and there it is!Cons:
Renters were at the mercy of whoever looked at the long list of reservations and did not authorize delivering more cars for rental until an SOS from the desk staff. Waited over an hour for cars to be available so they could rent them--NOT professional at all and very unhappy customers!6.4 Okay
May 2019
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Fast customer service.Cons:
Selection of cars.10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
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ease of pick up and drop offCons:
nothing!2 locations in Huntsville
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4.8 Mediocre
Aug 2019
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When I arrived to pick up the car, the car I reserved was available. I was informed that I could accept a two-car downgrade or an upgrade to a 15 passager van. Needless-to-say, neither was acceptable. It took nearly 45 minutes to convince the agent to request a car trade with one of the other renCons:
trading a car with one of the other rental car agencies, in order to honor the rental agreement should have been the 1st option. I was eventually given a Malibu instead of the premium vehicle that was listed on my reservation. Additionally, the car's gas tank was only 3/4 full. Better service.3.6 Poor
Jul 2019
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Desk helpCons:
Did not have the size car I reserved2.0 Poor
May 2019
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The only positive was I didn't have to wait to present my ID and form of payment.Cons:
After making a reservation, no car was available at the location I specified. They ask if I would mind driving 30 minutes away, to the airport, to pick one up. I was finally able to get the car I reserved by driving to another location anyway. Fortunately, it was only about 3 miles away.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Great experience!2.0 Poor
Feb 2019
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NothingCons:
Communication!7.6 Good
Feb 2019
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Back windshield needed to be cleaned.One location in Huntsville
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They didn’t have any car available when I went to pick up up the car I rented and paid for insurance! They stole my money, this people are stilling money from anybody!2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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Lower the deposit.2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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I never got with me so I never picked up the carCons:
Maybe if you had a person I would talk to somebody would be a whole lot better2.0 Poor
Jun 2020
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I arrived to pick up my car and was informed that they had no reservation for me. The insurance I purchased I was charged for. But the reservation charge never went through. I ended up having to just book another car from a different provider across town.2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
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I had a reservation and when I arrived they turned me away without renting a car to me because they ran out of cars.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2017
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Everyone was so nice and helpful!One location in Huntsville
One location in Huntsville
One location in Huntsville