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Pick-up location | Atlanta |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
Rental locations | 55 |
Airport locations | 16 |
Popular agencies | Fox, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Getaround, Turo |
Economy | $16/day |
Compact | $16/day |
Intermediate | $16/day |
Standard | $27/day |
Full-size | $28/day |
Minivan | $38/day |
Full-size SUV | $33/day |
Premium | $32/day |
Pickup truck | $32/day |
Supplier choice | $16/day |
Intermediate SUV | $24/day |
Compact SUV | $29/day |
Standard SUV | $29/day |
The truth is, you’ll do mostly highway driving during your visit to Atlanta. Most commuters in Atlanta drive really fast on the freeway and thus you might have to pick up speed really quickly. Consequently, you’ll want to rent a car with strong acceleration. Also, because it can get very hot in the summer months, you’ll need a good air conditioning system.
When driving on the highway in Atlanta, you’ll be able to drive at speeds of 70 miles per hour on the freeway and 65 miles per hour on state divided highways. While driving through neighborhoods, in keeping with Georgia law, you’ll need to stay below 30 mph.
If you are lodging in downtown Atlanta, your hotel might provide free parking. If you are not staying downtown but hope to see some of the sights, you might have to search hard for a place to park. This is especially true during the weekdays and business hours. Public parking in garages or self-parking lots might be your best option. Consider the parking garage at Peachtree Center or Georgia Pacific Center, as they are centrally located and allow you to walk to Skyview Atlanta, the children’s museum, the Atlanta Central Library, and Hard Rock Café.
On average a rental car in Atlanta costs $54 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Atlanta found in the last 2 weeks is $36.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($16/day) and Fox ($25/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Routes Car & Truck Rentals 2144 Sullivan Road null (10 miles from city center).
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Atlanta are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.3, 98 reviews), and Sixt (6.1, 76 reviews).
The average gas price in Atlanta is $3.67 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $44 and $59, depending on the car size.
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Atlanta.
Car rental companies onsite at Hartsfield-Jackson airport include Fox, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Thrifty, Dollar and Payless.
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Hartsfield-Jackson airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Ace, Dollar, Alamo, Airport Van, and Europcar.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Mini car rental in Atlanta costs $30 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Atlanta costs $31 per day, on average.
A Special car rental in Atlanta costs $33 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Atlanta costs $378 per week ($54 per day).
On average a rental car in Atlanta costs $1,618 per month ($54 per day).
Most car rental providers in Atlanta offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Atlanta, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 20 car rental agencies in Atlanta.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Atlanta so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
If you’re looking to pick up cheap car rentals in Atlanta directly from the downtown area, there are a few companies that have locations. For instance, some of the major car rental companies like Thrifty, Hertz, AVIS, and Enterprise have pick-up locations in the heart of Atlanta’s Hotel District downtown.
Before driving your cheap car rentals in Atlanta, you may want to map out your route. Atlanta does have a couple of Express Lanes where you would need to pay a toll. These are the I-85 Express Lanes Extension and the Northwest Corridor Express Lanes of the I-75. The only way to pay these tolls are with Peach Pass or SunPass tags.
One location in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
2200 Rental Car Center Pkwy
+1 404 767 8663
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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Nothing2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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Although booked 24 hours early, at the airport the rep told us you have to wait for 1.5-2 hours or else go somewhere and find another car. They did not give us the car and asked to book somewhere else. Horrible experience. Never ever will book EZ car rental.4.0 Mediocre
May 2019
Pros:
The representative at the front desk (inside office) was very courteous and upgraded my car because there were none available at one of the pick up areas. Other than that I can’t think of anything.Cons:
My first car was barely clean on the outside, wheel was shaking at 60+ mph, returned car and was charged a full tank of gas when the I barely used 1/4 of a tank. Service was mediocre at best. Never renting from this company again! Manager did not include in the notes why I returned car.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Did not rent a car because they had no cars available. I do not understand the point of a reservation.4.4 Mediocre
Apr 2019
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great carCons:
so many hidden fees, unorganized process, had to wait 2 hours to get my car, sketchy overall.3.6 Poor
Mar 2019
Cons:
They are dishonest and do not even tell you the whole truth when renting the car. The girl told me $20 for unlimited gas but never specify that it was $20 per day. They do not tell you how much gas cost to fill up and will send an email receipt instead of telling you the cost up front and deposits.15 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
116 Ted Turner Drive Sw
+1 404 524 3722
1475 Carroll Dr Nw
+1 404 260 7755
1572 Howell Mill Rd
+1 404 351 7006
1615 Clifton Rd Ne
+1 404 634 3433
2151 Peachtree Rd Ne
+1 404 355 8242
2224 James Jackson Pkwy Nw
+1 404 351 7006
2441 Cheshire Bridge Rd Ne
+1 404 634 3433
303 Courtland St N.e.
+1 404 659 6050
3084 Chestnut Dr
+1 770 216 1972
3088 Piedmont Rd N.e.
+1 404 261 7337
3852 Jonesboro Rd Se
+1 404 366 1204
4208 Peachtree Rd Ne
+1 678 538 3000
4487 Roswell Rd Ne
+1 404 267 1065
450 Capitol Ave
+1 404 659 6050
6715 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
+1 770 417 1278
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8.0 Very good
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
I made my reservation online only two days in advance, and I was able to walk into the rental office and leave with my rented car only a few minutes later! The same representative helped me with pick-up and drop-off, and she was very helpful and professional both times. Also, setting up my reservation through Kayak helped make things simple as well.Cons:
Nothing! I've used another car rental service nearby in Downtown Atlanta, and frankly this Enterprise offered me fewer issues and a better value for my experience. If I need another car rental, I will probably be returning here.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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D'Angelo was awesome. Super friendly and fast - easy check out and check in.Cons:
Price - I rented the same vehicle 1 year ago and the price doubled. June 2020 price was $900 May 2021 price was $2039. The price this time was ridiculous!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff was great. And drop off was easy. I even asked to keep the car for an extra day and was super easy.Cons:
It’s a little expensive and i had to wait a little at pickup.2 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
3275 Peachtree Rd NE,Suite 240
+1 888 749 8227
659 Peachtree Street NE
+1 888 749 8227
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2022
11 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
1031 Virginia Avenue
+1 404 669 8542
1065 Peachtree St Ne
+1 404 532 1559
1951 Airport Road
+1 770 454 5000
202 Courtland Street
+1 404 221 0188
204 Jesse Hill Jr. Dr
+1 404 463 6384
246 Perimeter Ctr Pkwy
+1 770 394 4530
3230 Ne Peachtree Rd
+1 404 841 6433
3300 Lenox Rd Ne
+1 404 209 3299
35 14th Street Ne
+1 404 876 8278
3948 Aviation Circle
+1 404 505 1026
650 W Peachtree Street Nw
+1 404 221 0188
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2024
8.0 Very good
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
One location in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Very friendly staff.6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
Pros:
The vehicle was fine. The shutter driver was nice, professional, and friendly.Cons:
The front desk representative. Directions where to meet the shuttle. As well as the pick up. It took 20-30 minutes to pick up the vehicle and less than 10 minutes to drop off the vehicle.6 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
1065 Peachtree Street Ne
+1 470 427 7178
1197 Peachtree Street Northeast
+1 404 685 0319
143 Courtland Street Northeast
+1 404 659 0048
2860 Cumberland Mall Southeast
+1 678 309 9788
3405 Lenox Road Ne
+1 404 841 8555
4800 Briarcliff Road Ne
+1 770 939 0484
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
6.0 Okay
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
3 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
221 Peachtree Center Ave Ne
+1 404 524 2843
2300 Rental Car Center Parkway
+1 877 283 0898
3230 Peachtree Road Northeast
+1 404 841 6433
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
One location in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
2200 Rental Car Center Parkway
+1 404 768 2401
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
Had a confirmed reservation (actually called Payless to double check) for a 1 way car rental. When arriving at counter was informed that there was no car available. Apparently they were first come / first serve.Cons:
Honor the reservation4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2020
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Front desk horrible customer service, hidden cost2.0 Poor
Jul 2020
Pros:
Nothing. I am highly upset.Cons:
There was no car available and I paid online during the reservation. I need to be refunded.6.0 Okay
Jun 2020
Pros:
The staff was extremely helpful in a poor situation.Cons:
Vehicle smelled like smoke from tobacco and marijuana.4.0 Mediocre
May 2020
Pros:
You can't blame the counter staff for a fusarium operationCons:
Cars weren't available on schedule and had to wait. No one available to check in on return. Payless counter was closed had to go to Avis. Also it was twice as expensive compared to Seattle and Dallas.2 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
202 Courtland Street Northeast
+1 404 221 0188
2300 Rental Car Center Parkway
+1 866 434 2226
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
2 locations in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
140 Courtland Street Ne
+1 678 996 9778
3892 Buford Highway Northeast
+1 678 996 9780
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
8.0 Very good
Feb 2021
Pros:
Drop-off was super easy, but pick-up was long.Cons:
Out of the five people working when I picked up the car, only one was actually helping customers.2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
Pros:
I reserved a car and went to go pick it and they were closed. I called customer service and nothing. Would be nice if I knew that they were going to be closed and I wouldn’t have paid for a rental.Cons:
They could have their hours up online instead of on a sheet of printer paper on the door so no one gets tricked into renting a car they can’t get!2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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1st vehicle was old and broke down with a transmission problem. It took two hours to get a replacement vehicle while stuck on the road with my family. 2nd vehicle had a warning light that came on the dashboard "Regular service maintenance required "7.2 Good
Jun 2018
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The car smelled like smoke. Would have been nice to have someone walk through the features of the car. Took a long time to figure out all of the new controls.One location in Atlanta
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6.0 Okay
Apr 2023
One location in Atlanta
Locations in Atlanta
174 Piedmont Ave Ne
+1 404 523 3705
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
Pros:
Staff and vehicles were great.3.2 Poor
Nov 2018
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The car was good on gas.Cons:
The car was dirty.One location in Atlanta
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Atlanta Airport Hartsfield-Jackson Int ATL
+1 404 209 3229
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2200 Rental Car Center Pkwy
+1 404 767 8663
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1931 Roosevelt Hwy
+1 678 500 1850
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