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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Tampa 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 7 October 2024.

January

AED 117

February

AED 146

March

AED 172

April

AED 143

May

AED 139

June

AED 128

July

AED 150

August

AED 143

September

AED 110

October

AED 146

November

AED 150

December

AED 165

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tampa is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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 Tampa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Tampa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2024.

Small cars

AED 132 - AED 563

All Car Types

AED 127 - AED 415

To rent a small car in Tampa, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 158/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Tampa, the United States (~AED 132/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 563/day). In fact, May is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Tampa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa, renting a small 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.

To rent a medium car in Tampa, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 161/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Tampa, the United States (~AED 114/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 267/day). In fact, September is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Tampa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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.

To rent a SUV in Tampa, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 154/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Tampa, the United States (~AED 117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 291/day). In fact, May is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Tampa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Tampa, renting a SUV saves you 22% 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.

Top rental agencies in Tampa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Tampa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Tampa. Reviews were last updated on 7 October 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Tampa, including Sixt, Dollar and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Sixt

7.3
Good
243 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Dollar

6.7
Okay
128 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Hertz

6.1
Okay
269 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.1

Budget

6.0
Okay
248 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
94 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
82 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Avis

5.7
Fair
77 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Tampa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Tampa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, American Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Tampa.

  • What are petrol prices like in Tampa?

    The average price of petrol in Tampa is AED 3.46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 155 and AED 224 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tampa for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Tampa. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,379 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Tampa for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 20% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Tampa.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Tampa for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Tampa?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Tampa is Premium (Ford Edge) based on our Cheapflights data.

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