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Car hires in Birmingham, Alabama

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Birmingham, AL, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Birmingham, AL, United States
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Car hire insight and trends in Birmingham

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Birmingham

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Birmingham?

The cheapest car hire in Birmingham are generally found through Budget. When booking with Budget, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as €37/day. The average price to hire a car in Birmingham is €37/day.

What car hire company in Birmingham has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any car hire company in Birmingham, with 10 locations.

What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

For an average of €57/day (and as low as €50/day), Ford Fiesta hire in Birmingham is the most popular car among our users. Hiring the GMC Yukon in Birmingham for €86/day on average (€68/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.

Best deals found for Birmingham, Alabama car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Birmingham, Alabama
Compact€102/day
Intermediate€52/day
Standard€63/day
Full-size€54/day
People carrier€98/day
Full-size SUV€78/day
Premium€72/day
Luxury€90/day
Pick-up truck€76/day
Standard SUV€71/day
Intermediate SUV€91/day
Compact SUV€98/day
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Important information about Birmingham car hire

Visiting Birmingham wouldn’t be complete without going to the glorious botanical gardens, the McWane science center, or the railroad park. Driving a rental car will easily get you to these attractions at your convenience and let you experience Birmingham's charm, so hope on a people carrier rental and go. Keep an eye out for route I-59 as it connects most city attractions like the Red Mountain. Free street parking can be challenging to find as most parking spaces are metered, paid parking lots. Birmingham has more than 20 rental locations, so renting a car is fast and easy.

Is it worthwhile to rent a car while visiting Birmingham?

Birmingham has plenty of parking spaces and garages, making parking easy. Traffic gets busy at several hotspots, especially the popular route I-65. If you wish to avoid traffic congestion, the rush hour is in the early morning and early evening hours. Renting a car in Birmingham is the best way to experience the city as you tour the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Southern Museum of Flights, Kelly Ingram Park, and the Alabama theater. Luxury car rentals are convenient for visiting Birmingham as the city is not walkable. It has some walkable neighbourhoods, but most attractions are not reachable without transport. Bus transportation is available, but cheap hired cars in Birmingham are convenient as you get to decide where to go.

What laws should I keep in mind while driving in Birmingham?

When driving hired cars in Birmingham, keeping the traffic laws in mind is essential for your safety. Birmingham's speed limit is the same as all U.S. limits, with maximum speeds on interstate highways and lower speeds in school zones and neighbourhoods. Pedestrians have priority over vehicles. Remember to keep a few feet between vehicles and have the seatbelt on at all times. Driving with blood alcohol levels of over 0.02% is prohibited. Toddlers must be in safety seats; remember to install one in your car rental in Birmingham. To stay updated on new Birmingham driving laws, we recommend that you check with Birmingham's department of motor vehicles.

Will I need a particular driving license or permit to drive a rental car in Birmingham if I'm visiting from another country?

To acquire hired cars in Birmingham, including a cheap car rental or a people carrier rental, you must present an official driving license.The license presented must be valid throughout the rental period; otherwise, you won't be able to rent one. A valid foreign license or an out-of-state license can be accepted, but getting an Alabama state license is recommended. This is because it will help avoid issues if you need to present them or are caught in a traffic violation. Renters from other countries have to be over 21 years and have a valid official passport to get a rental car.


Birmingham, Alabama car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Birmingham that's right for you

Small cars

€26 - €83

All Car Types

€50 - €128

The average price of a small car hire in Birmingham, the United States is €38. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United States is in May. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just €26 per day. A small car rental is typically 48% less expensive than the average rental car in Birmingham. The average price of a car hire in Birmingham can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Birmingham small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Birmingham, the United States is €35. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United States is in January. The price is 2% lower than the rest of the year at just €37 per day. A medium car rental is typically 50% less expensive than the average rental car in Birmingham. The average price of a car hire in Birmingham can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Birmingham medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Birmingham, the United States is €56. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Birmingham, the United States is in January. The price is 5% lower than the rest of the year at just €60 per day. A large car rental is typically 21% less expensive than the average rental car in Birmingham. The average price of a car hire in Birmingham can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Birmingham large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Birmingham, the United States is €52. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United States is in July. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just €59 per day. A SUV rental is typically 28% less expensive than the average rental car in Birmingham. The average price of a car hire in Birmingham can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Birmingham SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

Volkswagen Golf
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€102/day

28 Apr - 30 Apr
Volkswagen Golf

Birmingham car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Birmingham, Alabama

Thrifty

7.9
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.9
Good
61 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

Dollar

7.5
Good
70 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

6.8
Okay
54 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Payless

5.9
Fair
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.9

Avis

5.7
Fair
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.1
Fair
70 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
29 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.0

Hire a car near one of these popular hotels in Birmingham

Below are the most popular hotels in Birmingham
Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Grandview

3510 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL, United States

11.2 km from city centre

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

1000 Riverchase Galleria, Birmingham, AL, United States

15.0 km from city centre

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport

Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport

5000 Richard Arrington Jr Boulevard N, Birmingham, AL, United States

5.1 km from city centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park

8 Perimeter Park South, Birmingham, AL, United States

11.2 km from city centre

Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport

5216 Messer Airport Highway, Birmingham, AL, United States

5.5 km from city centre

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

Hilton Birmingham Downtown at UAB

808 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United States

1.3 km from city centre

Comfort Inn and Suites At CrossPlex Village

Comfort Inn and Suites At CrossPlex Village

2341 Crossplex Boulevard, Birmingham, AL, United States

6.9 km from city centre

Mint House Birmingham - Downtown

Mint House Birmingham - Downtown

300 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United States

0.8 km from city centre

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham-Downtown-Tutwiler

2021 Park Place, Birmingham, AL, United States

0.8 km from city centre

Embassy Suites Birmingham

Embassy Suites Birmingham

2300 Woodcrest Place, Birmingham, AL, United States

3.2 km from city centre

Motel 6 Birmingham Al Medical Center

Motel 6 Birmingham Al Medical Center

4627 Highway 280, Birmingham, AL, United States

13.3 km from city centre

Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa

Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa

4000 Grand Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

15.3 km from city centre

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Lakeshore Drive

160 State Farm Road, Birmingham, AL, United States

7.4 km from city centre

Embassy Suites by Hilton Birmingham Hoover

Embassy Suites by Hilton Birmingham Hoover

2960 John Hawkins Parkway, Birmingham, AL, United States

16.2 km from city centre

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

Homewood Suites by Hilton Birmingham Downtown Near UAB

1016 20th Street, Birmingham, AL, United States

1.6 km from city centre

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Kelly Birmingham, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2027 1ST Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, United States

0.1 km from city centre

Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - Uab

Hotel Indigo Birmingham Five Points S - Uab

1023 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL, United States

1.7 km from city centre

Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham SE/Liberty Park

2090 Urban Center Parkway, Birmingham, AL, United States

9.6 km from city centre


Driving with a car hire in Birmingham - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Birmingham so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire a car in Birmingham, Alabama in April?

For a weekend in April, the best deals in Birmingham start from around €69 up to around €74. Stretching your hire over seven days shifts the price range to about €0 to €0.

Is there a fee to cancel my Birmingham, Alabama car hire?

When you hire a car in Birmingham, popular agencies such as Dollar, Budget, and Avis will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Birmingham, we can help you find the cheapest car to hire for your upcoming trip.

What is the best type of car to hire in Birmingham during April?

With temperatures averaging 21 °C and precipitation usually 127 mm during April, you should consider hiring a standard when travelling to Birmingham. A standard size car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of April and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Birmingham. Hiring a Standard in Birmingham will cost you €37/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Birmingham, Alabama?

Birmingham’s speed limit is 40 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Birmingham is 120 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

What car hire company has the Chrysler 300 in Birmingham?

What is the weather like in Birmingham, Alabama, AL in March?

During the month of March the average temperature in Birmingham is 13 °C and the expected precipitation is 132 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Birmingham.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Birmingham?

Prices for cars in Birmingham are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Birmingham?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Birmingham?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Birmingham. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Birmingham?

When hiring a car in Birmingham, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Birmingham?

Choosing momondo to search for car hire in Birmingham makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Birmingham?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Birmingham, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Birmingham with free cancellation?

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Birmingham offering free cancellation.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Birmingham on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car hire locations including Birmingham.

Can I find a car hire in Birmingham which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including Birmingham.

Can I search for car hire in Birmingham with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in Birmingham.


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