Tampa car rentals

Some car rental companies in Tampa which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Alamo, Hertz and Sixt

On average a rental car in Tampa costs $40 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Ace ($43/day), Hertz ($48/day) and Sixt ($54/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Sixt 5105 W Cypress St 33607-1722 (4 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Tampa are Alamo (8.8, 1164 reviews), Enterprise (8.1, 924 reviews), and Avis (7.7, 102 reviews).

The average gas price in Tampa is $3.21 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $39 and $51, depending on the car size.

Economy (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Tampa.

Car rental companies onsite at Tampa airport include Executive Car Rental, Alamo, Hertz, Fox, Sixt, Thrifty, Enterprise, Ace, Dollar and Budget.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Tampa airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Hertz, Fox, Sixt, Thrifty, Enterprise, Dollar, Budget, Advantage, and Avis.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Economy car rental in Tampa costs $33 per day, on average.

A Full-size car rental in Tampa costs $33 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Tampa costs $40 per day, on average.

In Tampa, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 1200 N Westshore Blvd (4 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Tampa costs $280 per week ($40 per day).

On average a rental car in Tampa costs $1,198 per month ($40 per day).

Fortunately for drivers who prefer large vehicles, Tampa has wide streets that offer ample room for vehicles of all sizes. In general, drivers will have no problem navigating the city whether they are driving an SUV or a coupe. However, drivers should note that in the historic downtown area, large vehicles may struggle with streetside parking.

Tampa sees a variety of speed limits from 25 mph all the way up to 70 mph on interstate highways. In the downtown area, drivers will typically see speed limits ranging between 30 - 50 mph, depending on the size of the road. On highways, the speed limit is always 55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

Tampa, in comparison to many other cities in the U.S., has moderate to cheap gas. The average cost is around $2.25, which, compared to Seattle’s average gas cost of $3+ per gallon, Boston’s $2.50 and Dallas’ $2, puts it right in the lower range of gas prices in the U.S.

In general, streetside parking is not too difficult to find throughout Tampa, especially in the less crowded outer areas. However, in the historic downtown area, streetside parking can become scarce and difficult to find. Parking garages are a great option for drivers heading downtown, though, as they are amply available and fairly cheap.

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!).