Car Rentals in Alaska

Alaska is one of those places where you'll want to have a rental car with four wheel drive if you plan on doing any hiking or camping. Depending on where in Alaska you are planning to go, be aware that some roads might be unpaved. The roads that are paved are mostly in the main cities like Anchorage and Juneau. Road conditions change depending on the time of year, so just be aware that it might get a bit bumpy at times. Roads might get icy or snowy depending on where you are located, so be sure to take it slow while driving, especially if the road is unpaved. You may also want to consider renting a truck for you cheap car rental if you plan on driving along the coast.

While in Alaska, 4X4 vehicles must have one red reflector on each side, visible from the front and back. Seat belt laws are mandatory for drivers and all passengers, no matter where you are in Alaska. You can be pulled over for not being buckled up. Driving while intoxicated can result in a hefty fine and jail time. If you come from another country, you may need a valid passport to apply for an Alaska driver’s license. Check with the DMV in your respective state if you have any questions. Take into consideration that all distances, maximum speeds, and other measurements will be given in miles. Make sure you use the right conversion chart so that you do not end up going over the speed limit. When approaching a roundabout, cars on the left always yield to those on the right.

You will need a current, valid driver's license in order to rent a vehicle in Alaska. Foreigners from countries other than Canada and Mexico may need an International Motor Vehicle Act/Non-resident Violator Compact Driver License if their home state driver’s license is not honored across the United States. These licenses are available through the American Automobile Association (AAA) by mail, fax or online. One license is valid for 30 days and may be renewed for up to one year. As long as your license and/or ID is valid, you will not have any problems renting a car in Alaska. Most companies offering cheap rental cars do not require additional proof of identity beyond the driver's license itself. However, if you are under 25 years old, some companies may ask for a second form of identification, such as a valid passport.

On average, it will cost you $162 per day to rent a car in Alaska. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you rent, and what agency you rent from, you could end up paying as much as $445 per day or as little as around $56 per day. The price of a rental car in Alaska commonly fluctuates by about 87%.

Consider renting a car in Alaska during the month of February. This is the cheapest time of year to rent, and you can often find deals for $40/day on average. In contrast, the most expensive month to rent a car in Alaska is July, when prices are often $281/day on average. Be sure to book your car at least 7 days ahead of your intended pick-up date for the best deals.

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in Alaska is 7 days. For a 7-day rental the average daily price is $82, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what city you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is $573 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of $175 on average. Month-long Alaska car rentals are generally about $2,566 in total depending on your dates.

Using momondo to book a car rental in Alaska could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car rental websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Alaska by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Yes you can filter specifically for car rental companies in Alaska offering free cancellation on momondo.

momondo specifically allows you to search for car rentals in Alaska with fair fuel policies.

Yes, rental cars in Alaska with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car rental options in Alaska.