Cheapflights insights for Sarasota car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Sarasota, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Sarasota?
To get the best deal on car hire in Sarasota, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ฿1,329, which is about 2,610% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Sarasota?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Sarasota is Budget (rated 7.2/10 with 112 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.8/10 with 62 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sarasota?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Sarasota is September, when you can expect to pay ฿1,199/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sarasota is December (฿1,912/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
฿1,296
February
฿1,750
March
฿1,847
April
฿1,555
May
฿1,393
June
฿1,555
July
฿1,718
August
฿1,458
September
฿1,199
October
฿1,620
November
฿1,750
December
฿1,912
What car do most people hire in Sarasota?
Intermediate cars (Honda Accord, for example) are the most popular in Sarasota. Compact (Ford Escape) and SUV (Chevrolet Tahoe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Sarasota.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Sarasota?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Sarasota at 3.
Top rental agencies in Sarasota
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sarasota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sarasota. Reviews were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Sarasota, including Budget, Hertz and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sarasota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Sarasota?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Sarasota. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.