Car hire in Alaska from £65/day

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Alaska car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Alamo
Most popular car	Small
Cheapest price found	£65 per day, Juneau
Cheapest month	May
Best time to book	3 weeks before

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Airport options in Alaska

If you’re flying to Alaska it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Fairbanks International airport

From

£42per day

Car hire at Fairbanks International airport

From

£42per day

Car rental deals in Alaska

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Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Alaska

The cheapest month to rent a car in Alaska is May, when the average cost per day is £47. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is April, when the average cost per day is £51. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Alaska is June.

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All you need to know about Alaska

Side of the roadRight

CurrencyUS Dollar

LanguageEnglish

Speed limitMotorwayVaries from state to state

Speed limitBuilt-up areaVaries from state to state

Age to rent a car21

Car hire in Alaska: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Alaska?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Alaska, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Alaska?

To rent a car with most companies in Alaska you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Alaska?

The best rated car hire company by our travellers in Alaska is Budget. You can rent a car with them for £0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Budget, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Alaska?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Alaska depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Alaska, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I hire a car in Alaska?

It’s easy to hire a car in Alaska. First, you need to decide where in Alaska you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Alaska long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Alaska?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Alaska. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Alaska?

It depends where in Alaska you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Fairbanks International. On average, it costs £59 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is £42 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Alaska

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Alaska is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire companies in Alaska are Alamo, Avis and Enterprise. The cheapest company we've found is Avis. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are £65 a day and £46 a week.

Hire a car long term in Alaska

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Alaska with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.