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  • 8.7 top rated · Alamo

A rental car here costs $127 a day on average, about $891 for a week. National is the cheapest for a small car, about $98 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • In the terminal: 6 · Free shuttle bus: 1
  • Free cancellation: 9 of 10
  • Debit card accepted: 4 of 10
  • Alamo
  • National
  • Enterprise
  • Sixt
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • +4

Car rental prices in Erlanger by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage 2 $98
Compact Nissan Versa 2 $99
Intermediate Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Prius Hybrid 2 $100
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 1 $124
Full size Chevrolet Malibu 2 $104
Small SUV Jeep Renegade 2 $102
Medium SUV BMW X3, Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4 2 $105
Large SUV Audi Q3, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban 2 $122
SUV Ford Flex 2 $137
Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan 2 $131
Luxury Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XTS 2 $107
Premium Nissan Maxima 2 $101

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Erlanger National

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $98/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Erlanger National

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $99/day

Car rental companies in Erlanger

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Alamo

Free shuttle bus 22 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $102/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.1

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo in Erlanger
3057 Terminal Dr, Hebron, 41048, KY
8449130725

National

In the terminal 23 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $99/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National in Erlanger
3057 Terminal Dr, Hebron, 41048, KY
8449130726

Enterprise

21 min wait Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $113/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Enterprise in Florence
615 Rodeo Dr, Erlanger, 41018, KY
8593940874

Sixt

In the terminal 21 min wait Credit and debit cards
8.3
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $89/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.4 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 8.8

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS

Office

Sixt in Florence
3057 Terminal Drive, Hebron, 41048-7583, KY
+18887498227

Hertz

In the terminal 14 min wait Credit and debit cards
7.3
Very good 2000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.9 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 7.1 Pick-up process 6.7 Drop-off process 8.1

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in Florence
3057 Terminal Drive, Hebron, Ky, Cincinnati, 41048, OH
8597673535

Avis

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 18 min wait Credit card only
7.2
Very good 5000+ reviews
from $96/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 7.3 Pick-up process 6.9 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at Cincinnati Airport
3057 Terminal Dr, Hebron, 41048, KY
859-980-0003

Budget

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 22 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $88/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 5.8 Cleanliness 6.5 Service at the rental desk 7.5 Pick-up process 7.5 Drop-off process 6.8

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Cincinnati Airport
3057 Terminal Dr, Hebron, 41048, KY
859-980-0003

Dollar

15 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $106/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar in Florence
4204 Dixie Highway, Erlanger, KY, United States, 41018
(859) 342-0141

Thrifty

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $106/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty in Florence
4204 Dixie Highway, Erlanger, KY, United States, 41018
(859) 342-0141

Payless

In the terminal 14 min wait Credit card only
6.6
Good 1000+ reviews
from $92/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 6.7 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.8 Drop-off process 8.3

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Cancellation fee $130

Office

Payless in Florence
3057 Terminal Dr, Hebron, 41048, KY
859-980-0003

Rental conditions in Erlanger

Based on 10 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 4 of 10 suppliers: Sixt, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 6 of 10 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 10 suppliers.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Toyota Prius Hybrid, Tesla Model 3 Long Range, Kia Niro Electric and Ford Mustang Mach-E, from $86 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 9 suppliers. Cancellation fee: Payless $130.
Insurance included Glass and tire waiver (2 suppliers), Theft protection (TP) (2 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (2 suppliers).
Included in the price Airport fee, Taxes
One-way rental Allowed by 1 supplier.
Extras GPS (8 suppliers), Infant seat (8 suppliers), Child seat (8 suppliers), Booster seat (8 suppliers), Ski rack (5 suppliers), Winter tires (1 supplier)
Special offers Pre-registration available (5 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Erlanger: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 22 min at Alamo to 23 min at National.

For a small car, Hertz is the cheapest at about $79 a day and is rated 7.3 out of 10. National is rated 8.7 and costs about $98.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 10 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Erlanger: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Erlanger?
Car rental in Erlanger starts from $98 per day, and the average price is $127 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $381 for a 3-day weekend and $891 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Erlanger?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Erlanger are:
  • Alamo: rated 8.7/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $128 per day
  • National: rated 8.7/10 by 500+ customers, average price $126 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Erlanger?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Erlanger are:
  • National: about $98 per day
  • Alamo: about $120 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Erlanger?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: National
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Alamo
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Erlanger and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Erlanger, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Erlanger?
The minimum age to rent a car in Erlanger is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Erlanger with a debit card?
Rental companies in Erlanger typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Erlanger offer unlimited mileage?
Alamo and National include unlimited mileage on all cars in Erlanger. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Erlanger?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Erlanger are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Alamo.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Erlanger?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Erlanger include Alamo and National. The cheapest is National, from $106 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

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