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Alaska car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Alaska. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Alaska 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 21 February 2025.

January

RM 199

February

RM 234

March

RM 279

April

RM 217

May

RM 327

June

RM 699

July

RM 748

August

RM 695

September

RM 345

October

RM 221

November

RM 217

December

RM 221

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Alaska is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Alaska

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Alaska to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Small cars

RM 243 - RM 1,094

All Car Types

RM 224 - RM 1,094

To rent a small car in Alaska, you would pay an average price of RM 445/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Alaska (~RM 243/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 1,094/day). In fact, October is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alaska, renting a small car saves you 10% 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 Alaska, you would pay an average price of RM 297/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Alaska (~RM 129/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 859/day). In fact, December is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alaska, renting a medium car saves you 40% 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 Alaska, you would pay an average price of RM 264/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Alaska (~RM 244/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 859/day). In fact, February is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Alaska. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Alaska, renting a SUV saves you 47% 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 Alaska

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Alaska known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Alaska. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.

Avis

8.0
Very Good
198 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
33 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Budget

8.3
Very Good
94 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
57 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.3
Good
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.5

Thrifty

7.2
Good
36 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.5

NextCar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

8.9
Very Good
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Alaska, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Alaska?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Alaska.

  • What are petrol prices like in Alaska?

    The average price of petrol in Alaska is RM 3.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 179 and RM 259 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Alaska for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    From Enterprise Rent-A-Car you can hire a car in Alaska from about RM 3,709 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 56% on a hire car in Alaska. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

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

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