KAYAK’s insights & trends for Fairbanks Airport car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Fairbanks Airport with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Fairbanks Airport?
You should book your rental car in Fairbanks Airport around 79 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Fairbanks Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis ($37/day), NextCar ($37/day) and Alaska Auto Rental ($46/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Fairbanks Airport?
Rentals in the SUV category (Ford Explorer or similar) are the most popular option in Fairbanks Airport, costing $124/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $29/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Fairbanks Airport?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Fairbanks Airport is April at an average cost of $31/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Fairbanks Airport when prices are $94/day on average, which tends to be 74% above the yearly average rental price for Fairbanks Airport.
Fairbanks Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Fairbanks Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Small cars
$36 - $152
All Car Types
$65 - $188
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Fairbanks Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Fairbanks Airport?
Small car rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $79 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average $36 per day which is about 55% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 27% cheaper than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $76 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average $35 per day which is about 54% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 29% cheaper than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $77 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $36 per day which is about 54% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 29% cheaper than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $130 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average $78 per day which is about 40% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 18% more expensive than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $133 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average $60 per day which is about 55% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 20% more expensive than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $109 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average $65 per day which is about 41% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 2% more expensive than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Fairbanks Airport typically cost around $222 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average $141 per day which is about 37% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 52% more expensive than the average rental in Fairbanks Airport, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
NextCar
Medium
$133/day
$83/day
Top tips for renting a car at Fairbanks airport
Booking a car rental at Fairbanks Airport (FAI), also known as Fairbanks International Airport, make sense for a number of reasons. Driving a Fairbanks Airport car rental instead of taking public transportation can save you as much as an hour as you travel through Fairbanks. Also, driving a Fairbanks Airport car rental can conveniently get you to towns just outside of Fairbanks, including Moose Creek, Badger, North Pole, Two Rivers, Pleasant Valley, Ester, and many others. Securing a car rental at Fairbanks Airport is the most sensible way for you to see the interior of Alaska according to your own schedule and agenda.
If you opt to book a car rental at Fairbanks Airport, you will need a valid US-issued driver’s license and a major credit card in your name. Some agencies also accept debit cards. Some agencies might also require that you show your own proof of insurance coverage if you decide not to get the insurance agency’s coverage on the rental vehicle. When you make your reservation, confirm with the customer service representative what that agency’s specific requirements are concerning a debit card and insurance coverage.
If you need to wait in order to collect your rental vehicle, the Fairbanks Airport offers amenities and services that will allow you to pleasantly and constructively utilize your time waiting. The Airport is open 24 hours and offers a restaurant, a coffee shop, vending machines, an information desk, massage chairs, and more. The Fairbanks Airport is small enough that you will be able to conveniently avail yourself of all it has to offer.
The car rental agencies at Fairbanks Airport tend to have extended hours, which is a convenient perk, especially when you are landing in a dark and cold city that you may be unfamiliar with. Most car rental agencies at Fairbanks Airport close between 1 am and 2 am. If your plane arrives at night, or even if it is delayed, chances are that your car rental agency at Fairbanks Airport will be open to help you get on your way in your Fairbanks Airport car rental.
25% of our users found rental cars at Fairbanks airport for $86 or less
Book your rental car at Fairbanks airport at least 2 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Fairbanks airport
What rental car companies are available at Fairbanks Airport?
When you decide to book a car rental at Fairbanks Airport, you will have a number of nationally-recognized agencies to choose from. You can get your on-site Fairbanks Airport car rental from Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, National, or Dollar. All of these rental car counters are located in the baggage claim area of the airport. To make your traveling as hassle-free as possible, you should book a reservation before arriving at the airport.
Where are the rental vehicles at Fairbanks Airport parked?
Once you have completed your paperwork and collected your keys at the rental car counter at Fairbanks Airport, head out the exit doors in the baggage claim area. Cross the street and bear slightly left, and you will be in the rental car parking lot. When it is time to return your rental car and you enter the airport grounds on Airport Way, follow the signs for Rental Car Return. Park your car outside the baggage claim in the area for your particular car agency. If there is no staff member in the parking area to meet you when you arrive, return your keys inside the baggage claim area at the car rental return counter.
How old do I have to be in order to book a car rental at Fairbanks Airport?
To secure a car rental at Fairbanks Airport, you need to be at least 21 years old. However, if you are younger than 25, you will most likely have an added daily charge for being a young driver. This charge differs slightly among the various car rental agencies. This charge can also differ slightly based on the type of vehicle you rent.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Fairbanks airport?
On average a rental car at Fairbanks airport costs $126 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Fairbanks airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Fairbanks airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Avis, Thrifty, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Fairbanks Airport car rental reviews and directory
Employee at the desk was great and shows care for customers.
10.0 Wonderful
Travis, Nov 2025
Intermediate SUV
Very friendly people and great service. The car was ready and clean. The counter people were so helpful. I would highly recommend using them for your next rental.
2.0 Poor
Rochelle, May 2025
Supplier choice
I was not allowed to rent the vehicle, paid insurance for nothing, left a message for my money back
10.0 Wonderful
Colleen, Mar 2025
Supplier choice
so nice and professional
2.0 Poor
Rob, Aug 2024
Pickup truck
We pick up the car 1 hour early and I ask the guy at the counter is it ok if we take it now. He said yes, and then charged me an extra full day with telling me it would cost another full days rate to take it early. So be careful when doing business with Avis in Fairbanks! They are not very honest so use caution and pay attention to the fine prints.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
Please include a snow brush for rentals in Alaska.
Said they Didn’t have a truck for me when I got to the counter even though I had booked it a week before. made other arrangements went back to cancel my booking and the girl who told me there was no trucks was holding 3 sets of truck keys as told to her by the other agent next to her and then she tried to lie about it to me. Worst experience ever. Fairbanks agent is a liar and tried to get her other agents to lie with her.
Didn’t get the car I reserved. Got a low clearance minivan instead. Car had a catastrophic tire blowout (poor maintenance?) requiring a tow.
1 out of 5
Alaska Auto Rental
6.8
Okay
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.4
One location in Fairbanks Airport
from$114/day
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
1850 Hoselton Rd
+1 907 457 7368
Opening times not available
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2026
Standard SUV
Pick up and return was weird. Was not made aware the pick up would be at a lodge we had to take a shuttle to until day of pick up. The person at the lodge didn’t tell me where to go to wait for shuttle or where to pick up car. Customer service agent Makayla was rude. Customer service agent Jasmine was excellent. No map was given for areas out of bounds for “non gravel” vehicles until I asked for one. The car itself was great, and the price was okay.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2026
Full-size
Reservation was a scam Pure theft I’ll never use this service again
8.0 Very good
Aaron, Feb 2026
Standard SUV
The after hours pick-up and drop-off were easy and straightforward.
NextCar
2.0
Poor
Cheapest deal
Most popular
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Fairbanks Airport
from$58/day
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way
+1 907 987 0555
Monday
07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
07:00 - 23:59
Thursday
07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor
Melissa, Aug 2025
Compact SUV
They cancelled our reservation and charged us. Can’t get a refund.
2.0 Poor
Napat, Jun 2025
Compact SUV
No have car available
Hertz
2.0
Poor
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Fairbanks Airport
from$114/day
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way
+1 907 452 4444
Monday
06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday
06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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National
8.6
Very good
Best rated
One location in Fairbanks Airport
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way
+1 833 823 5645
Monday
00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
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00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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No reviews available
Easirent
4.5
Mediocre
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.5
Value for money
5.1
One location in Fairbanks Airport
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
Fairbanks International Airport
Opening times not available
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Alaska 4x4
No score available yet
One location in Fairbanks Airport
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way
+1 907 987 0555
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Fairbanks Airport
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way
Opening times not available
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No reviews available
VIPCars Recommendation
No score available yet
One location in Fairbanks Airport
Locations in Fairbanks Airport
6450 Airport Way, Fairbanks, , USA Alaska
+1 914 368 0091
Monday
00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
00:00 - 23:59
Thursday
00:00 - 23:59
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00:00 - 23:59
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93 travelers who rented a car in Fairbanks Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.7
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