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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int. Airport
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 4
  • 1
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$54.31 per day
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int. Airport
Compact
Compact (Nissan Versa) or similar
Compact (Nissan Versa)
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$54.35 per day
Albany Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Full-size
Toyota Camry or similar
Toyota Camry
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$56.59 per day
Columbus Metropolitan Airport
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$57.82 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Albany Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Intermediate SUV
Toyota RAV4 or similar
Toyota RAV4
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Budget
$59.08 per day
Downtown
Premium
Nissan Maxima or similar
Nissan Maxima
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$74.47 per day
Albany Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
Luxury
Chrysler 300 or similar
Chrysler 300
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$83.36 per day
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int. Airport
Luxury Elite
Mercedes Benz C Class or similar
Mercedes Benz C Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Europcar
$102.25 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 4:17 PM on 12/11/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$68 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 112 km/h or 55 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
8.0 / 10

Why rent a car in Georgia?

The U.S state of Georgia is often thought by tourists to only consist of the city of Atlanta. While Atlanta is certainly worthy of a visit, it would be a shame to not see the rest of the state. Though a tourist focus in most of the state is the history of the Civil War era, the state has many more sites and activities to make it worth a road trip. It is one of the few states that has both amazing beaches and mountain vistas.   

Georgia

One-way Car Rentals in Georgia

Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup in Georgia and drop off in another country:

  • From Georgia to Florida - 70 offers from $73.92 per day
  • From Georgia to Virginia - 22 offers from $105.29 per day
  • From Georgia to California - 19 offers from $96.87 per day
  • From Georgia to Missouri - 14 offers from $105.29 per day

Top ways to enter Georgia

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - The main gateway to the state happens to also be the busiest airport in the world. If you’ve ever flown in the United States, particularly with Delta, you have probably had to transfer in Atlanta. The airport has a separate Rental Car Center where you can pick up a rental car and then city the city and the rest of the state. 

Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - Travelers visiting the state’s Atlantic Coast will likely land at SAV, the second-busiest airport in the state; though one shouldn’t get the idea that it is in any way similar in size to ATL. The airport is also the closest airport to the popular resorts on Hilton Head Island. Rental cars are available at the airport’s Rental Car Center, and all of them can also be taken to South Carolina which is just across the Savannah River from the airport.   

Columbus Metropolitan Airport (CSG) - On the completely opposite side of the state from Savannah, CSG serves the city of Columbus and Fort Benning, a major base for the United States Army. Rental cars are available at the airport, which could also be a way of getting to parts of neighboring Alabama. Make sure you don’t confuse Columbus, Georgia with Columbus, Ohio when booking a rental car, though. 

Amtrak - Two Amtrak routes pass through the state of Georgia. The Crescent Line calls at Atlanta, along with Gainsville and Toccoa, on its way from New York City to New Orleans. The Palmetto, Silver Star, and Silver Meteor Lines all connect New York City with Savannah on Georgia’s Atlantic Coast. The Silver Lines continue south to Florida. Though rental cars are not available at the stations as they are in Europe, rental companies’ downtown locations are often within easy reach of the station.   

Top cities and places to visit

  • Atlanta - The sprawling capital of Georgia has become one of the most important cities in the United States. Though many may not think of the city as being an important tourist destination, more than 50 million people still visit it every year. The Georiga Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and CNN Center are the most popular attractions. There are also various museums and parks related to the Civil Rights era as the city was home to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A major city of both the Old and New South, Atlanta is a city that can’t be missed in the southeastern U.S.
  • Savannah - The former capital of the colony and then the state of Georgia lies roughly 250 miles southeast of Atlanta. This small, charming city is a prime magnet for tourists. It offers a pristine historic district in a small, relaxing atmosphere with incredibly hospitable hosts. Of all the cities on the eastern seaboard, Savannah should be the number one destination for anyone that enjoys colonial cities. 
  • Athens - One of America’s premier college towns, Athens was founded to host the University of Georgia, the state’s flagship research university. Just an hour and a half from Atlanta, Athens is the place to be if you want to experience a college football Saturday in the fall or party in the downtown of a college town any weekend of the year.  
  • Columbus - Not well-known as a destination for tourists, this city on the Chattahoochee River actually has a lot to offer travelers. The Coca-Cola Space Science Center is a great place to visit with children, and its associated observatory has Astronomy Nights that are both educational and inspiring. Museums worth visiting in the city include the National Civil War Naval Museum, the National Infantry Museum (Fort Benning, an important base of the U.S. Army is located in the city), and the Lunchbox Museum which yes, is a museum dedicated to that special plastic box you took your lunch to school in as a child.  
  • The Appalachian Mountains - The northeastern part of Georgia is a gorgeous area thanks to the most southerly reaches of the Appalachian Mountains. Perfect for scenic driving at a leisurely pace, the area is great to visit all year long. Brasstown Bald is the highest summit in the state and offers views to four different states. You can drive almost all the way up the mountain but need to either hike up a short trail or take a shuttle from the parking lot on the mountain. The southern terminus of the famed Appalachian Trail is nearby at Springer Mountain is the most popular starting point for those taking on the trail. Hiking a short section of it is a great day’s activity. 
  • Warm Springs - Located midway between Atlanta and Columbus, Warm Springs is best known as the location of the Little White House. It is here that Franklin Delano Roosevelt spent time when not at the actual Whtie House or his home in Hyde Park and also where he died. The house and its grounds have been preserved the way they were in 1945 and are now are open to the public as a State Historic Site.
  • Valdosta. Located in the southwestern part of Georgia, arguably the most off-the-beaten-path part of the state, Valdosta is known as the Azalea City thanks to the abundance of the flowering shrubs in the area. There are a number of landmarks in this cozy town, including the Annette Howell Turner Center for Arts and Valdosta Garden Center, but the main attraction of Valdosta is its proximity to the Wild Adventures amusement park, the only one of its kind in Georgia. 

Driver's license requirements

The minimum age for renting a car in Arizona, as in most other states is 21. An underage driver surcharge is charged by almost all car rental companies for those between 21 and 24. Drivers in this age category are also often restricted from renting luxury cars and larger vans. 

If you are traveling from abroad and your driving license from your country of residence is in the Latin script, it is recommended, but not required, to have an International Driver’s Permit. If your driving license is not in the Latin script (for example, Russian, Japanese, or Arabic) then you must have an International Driving Permit or another certified translation of your license. Keep in mind that you must present your actual driving license in addition to the IDP and have it with you at all times. 

Crossing borders

Though most rental companies allow renters to travel to any state, there are a few in Georgia that do not. These include Routes and Sixt. 

Routes charges an extra $8.99 per day if you are going to take the car out of the state and restricts the allowed mileage to 200 miles per day. Sixt only allows its cars to travel to the immediate surrounding states, (that is, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina).  

In addition, Ace Rent a Car also restricts the allowed mileage for any rental that is taken outside of the state.  

Toll roads

There are no longer any toll roads in the state of Georgia. Georiga 400  was formerly a toll road but has been toll-free since 2013. There are, however, Express Lanes on I-285, I-85, and I-75. 

These lanes are free for those with three or more people in their vehicle (including the driver) and are available to others with payment of a toll. Either way, you must have a Peach Pass to use the lanes. Dollar and Thrifty offer their PlatePlass program which allows usage of these lanes for a small daily fee (in addition to the actual toll cost). The equivalent for Enterprise and National is TollPass. Other rental companies have similar programs. 

If you plan to travel to Florida with a rental car that you pick up in Georgia, you need to be aware of the toll situation. On the Florida Turnpike and in the Orlando area, it is possible to pay tolls with cash. However, Georiga’s Peach Pass also works in Florida. This means that if the rental car company offers a Peach Pass with your rental car, you will also be able to use it in Florida.

However, in the off chance that the transponder is neither removable nor able to be switched off, you should be extra cautious. The cash lanes in Florida also accept electronic toll payments. This means that even if you pay in cash, you will still be charged through your rental contract (and if you declined the toll pass, you will be charged an extra, often exorbitant, administrative fee). 

Finally, if you plan to travel all the way to South Florida, keep in mind that tolls in that region of the state are all electronic. This means cash is not accepted. Without a toll pass, you may risk exorbitant fines for using the toll roads. Of course, they can always be avoided. 

Top driving routes

  • Russell-Brasstown National Scenic Byway - A gorgeous route going through the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest, this scenic byway is the road to take and a great day trip from Atlanta. The road will take to the Appalachian trail and almost to the top of Brasstown Bald, the highest summit in Georiga. The beautiful mountain scenery will be the highlight of your trip. 
  • Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway - In the Northwestern part of the state, the Ridge & Valley Scenic Byway is a route popular with motorcycle riders, but it is also a great drive for those with a rental car. The route makes a circle through the Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Area. The route includes little traffic, hiking trails, waterfalls, and a great scenic overlook on the top of Johns Mountain. 
  • The Woodpecker Trail - This scenic route was one of the first routes designated for tourist drivers in the country. It is a great place for a leisurely drive through the southern countryside passing through many small towns. The trail starts in August and continues south to the border with Florida passing by the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Plan an entire day or more for the route. 

Car rental prices

  • Convertibles - from $80 per day
  • Large cars - from $54 per day
  • Medium cars - from $54 per day
  • Vans - from $105 per day
  • Premium cars - from $62 per day
  • Small cars - from $54 per day
  • SUVs - from $55 per day
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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Georgia?

The cost of renting a car in Georgia varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day in Georgia
$34.98
January
$41.62
February
$52.11
March
$53.96
April
$49.54
May
$45.47
June
$50.43
July
$49.25
August
$49.58
September
$56.59
October
$53.52
November
$48.77
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Georgia is January — when rental costs average $34.98 per day. This is 28% cheaper than the yearly average and 38% cheaper than renting a car in October (when prices average $56.59 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the average rental length in Georgia?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in August — an average of 8 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in January — an average of 4 days.
Average number of rental days in Georgia
4
January
4
February
6
March
5
April
5
May
6
June
7
July
8
August
5
September
5
October
5
November
5
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Georgia?

Based on how many customers search for a car in Georgia, the most popular month is May, while the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in Georgia by pick-up date relative to the average
46%
January
68%
February
82%
March
179%
April
196%
May
74%
June
103%
July
81%
August
82%
September
123%
October
76%
November
90%
December

Car rental information

Car rental locations 52
Airport locations 9
Popular suppliers FOX, Ace Rent a car, Dollar, Thrifty, Alamo
Popular car categories SUVs, Large cars, Medium cars, Small cars
Lowest price $54 per day
Cheapest supplier Alamo

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
FOX Kia Sportage 5 2 SUVs
FOX Toyota Corolla 4 1 Large cars
Ace Rent a car Jeep Renegade 5 3 SUVs
FOX Hyundai Santa Fe 5 2 SUVs
FOX Nissan Altima 4 2 Large cars
FOX Mitsubishi Mirage 4 2 Small cars
FOX Toyota Camry 4 2 Large cars
Ace Rent a car Toyota Rav4 4 2 SUVs
Ace Rent a car Volkswagen Jetta 4 2 Large cars
FOX Chrysler Pacifica 5 2 Vans

Our customers' reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.

United States of America (USA)
Mitsubishi Mirage
10/10/24
We spent a lot of time at graveyards and historical libraries and historical things, it was very nice to have a comfortable, air conditioned, clean car with plenty of room for our needs.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
6/29/23
Photo 1 by Autumn H. about renting a Toyota Corolla in Georgia (6/29/23) Photo 2 by Autumn H. about renting a Toyota Corolla in Georgia (6/29/23)
United States of America (USA)
Mazda 3
12/18/22
Athens is a friendly college town but not a lot to do. Food was so so.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris Advance
9/11/19
Atlanta is a city where renting a car is probably the most efficient choice (vs ride shares or public transportation).
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
9/10/19
no impressions

Car Rental Statistics

Highest-rated company
Alamo
8.6 / 10
)
Lowest-rated company
Dollar
5 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
5
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$67.78
Lowest daily price
$54.31
Total cars available
1521

Top 15 suppliers in Georgia in 2024

Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.6 / 27 reviews
4 locations
$54 - $252
Avis
Avis
Very good 8 / 14 reviews
41 locations
$60 - $395
Budget
Budget
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
16 locations
$59 - $453
Enterprise
Enterprise
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
5 locations
$57 - $247
Hertz
Hertz
Average 7.7 / 2 reviews
14 locations
$57 - $247
National
National
Average 7.6 / 0 reviews
4 locations
$58 - $263
Advantage
Advantage
Average 7.5 / 1 review
1 location
$58 - $263
Ace Rent a car
Ace Rent a car
Average 7.5 / 18 reviews
1 location
$97 - $379
Europcar
Europcar
Average 7.4 / 8 reviews
1 location
$56 - $141
Priceless
Priceless
Average 7.3 / 0 reviews
1 location
$56 - $141
SIXT
SIXT
Average 7.1 / 14 reviews
2 locations
$54 - $184
FOX
FOX
Below average 6.8 / 39 reviews
1 location
$84 - $106
Thrifty
Thrifty
Poor 5.4 / 46 reviews
16 locations
$58 - $90
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Poor 5.1 / 224 reviews
1 location
$88 - $120
Dollar
Dollar
Poor 5 / 44 reviews
16 locations
$59 - $83
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