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A rental car here costs $126 a day on average, about $882 for a week. The most popular car class is Convertible, at about $246 a day. Avis is the cheapest for a small car, about $31 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • Free shuttle bus: 11 · In the terminal: 2 · Meet and greet: 1
  • Free cancellation: 13 of 14
  • Debit card accepted: 7 of 14
  • National
  • Alamo
  • Sixt
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • +8

Where to pick up in Tempe

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Phoenix Airport · 9 km Airport 14 $31 17 min
Tempe Downtown · 4 km City office 1 $125 23 min

Nearby, 12–16 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Phoenix Downtown · 12 km City office 13 $44 17 min
Phoenix 122 North 2nd Street · 16 km City office 3 $80 13 min

Car rental prices in Tempe by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Toyota Yaris, Chevrolet Spark, Mitsubishi Mirage 13 $31 $52
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Soul, Ford Focus 14 $32 $55
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Hyundai Elantra 13 $51 $74
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima, Ford Fusion 12 $33 $57
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Impala 12 $47 $58
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade, Audi Q3 11 $53 $75
Medium SUV Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4, Jeep Wrangler 14 $42 $66
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Explorer 13 $69 $104
SUV Chevrolet Bolt ELECTRIC, Ford Flex 4 $87
Minivan Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, Nissan Quest 11 $55 $83
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan, Ford ClubWagon, Ford E350 5 $110
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express, Ford Transit, Ford Transit Passengervan 7 $173
Luxury Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger RT, Audi A4 9 $100
Premium Nissan Maxima, Chevrolet Impala, BMW 5 Series 12 $89 $131
Special Jeep Wrangler 1 $145
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, Jeep Wrangler 9 $115 $151
Small or medium truck Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 8 $65
Large truck Dodge Ram 3 $111

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. 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

Kia Rio rental car in Tempe Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $31/day
Kia Soul rental car in Tempe Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $32/day
Nissan Sentra rental car in Tempe Easirent

Nissan Sentra

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $34/day
Toyota Yaris rental car in Tempe Easirent

Toyota Yaris

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $36/day
Hyundai Accent rental car in Tempe Payless

Hyundai Accent

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $48/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Tempe Europcar

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $50/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car in Tempe Hertz

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $52/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Tempe Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $53/day

Car rental companies in Tempe

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

National

In the terminal Open 24 hours 20 min wait Credit and debit cards
9.6
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $56/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.5 Cleanliness 9.5 Service at the rental desk 9.6 Pick-up process 9.7 Drop-off process 9.8

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

National at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Cir S, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
8443708285

Alamo

In the terminal Open 24 hours 22 min wait Credit and debit cards
9.3
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $56/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.0 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.4 Pick-up process 9.4 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

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

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Alamo at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Cir S, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
8443709817

Sixt

Free shuttle bus Daily 00:00–01:59 28 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.0
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $75/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, 85034-4805, AZ
+18887498227

Enterprise

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 8 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.9
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $62/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 9.3 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Cir S, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
8448164387

Hertz

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 7 min wait Credit and debit cards
8.9
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $52/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.5

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

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

Hertz at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, Az, 85034-4403, AZ
6022678822

Avis

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 13 min wait Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $32/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

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

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Cir South, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
602-261-5900

Dollar

Free shuttle bus 21 min wait Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $51/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

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

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 · Additional driver

Office

Dollar at Phoenix Airport
Sky Harbor Airport, 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85034-4805
866-434-2226, 602-275-0260

Budget

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 9 min wait Credit card only
7.9
Very good 10000+ reviews
from $31/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.6 Cleanliness 8.1 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 7.5 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

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

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Cir S, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
602-261-5950

Europcar

Free shuttle bus Daily 00:00–00:29 15 min wait CDW included Credit card only
7.9
Very good 250+ reviews
from $50/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.5 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.5

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar at Phoenix Airport
Please Go To Fox Counter 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle So, 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle So, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
1 602 7831524

Thrifty

Free shuttle bus 23 min wait Credit and debit cards
7.5
Very good 5000+ reviews
from $125/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.0 Cleanliness 7.8 Service at the rental desk 7.1 Pick-up process 7.0 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)

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

Office

Thrifty in Tempe Downtown
1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Sky Harbor Intl Ap, Phoenix, AZ, United States, 85034
(877) 283-0898, (602) 567-9747

Fox

Free shuttle bus Daily 04:00–23:59 20 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 2000+ reviews
from $44/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.4 Cleanliness 7.1 Service at the rental desk 7.4 Pick-up process 6.8 Drop-off process 7.3

Policies

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

Office

Fox at Phoenix Airport
1805 E. Sky harbor Circle s./Car Rental Centre, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
8558494207 / (602)783-1524

Payless

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 16 min wait Credit card only
5.5
Average 1000+ reviews
from $48/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 5.3 Cleanliness 5.8 Service at the rental desk 5.1 Pick-up process 4.2 Drop-off process 7.5

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Cancellation fee $130

Office

Payless at Phoenix Airport
1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, 85034, AZ
602-681-9589

NU

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 08:00–15:59 20 min wait Credit card only
4.4
Poor 500+ reviews
from $107/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 4.0 Cleanliness 6.0 Service at the rental desk 2.4 Pick-up process 3.8 Drop-off process 6.0

Policies

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

Office

NU at Phoenix Airport
2327 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 85034, US, AZ
650-800-555

Easirent

Meet and greet Daily 07:00–21:59 21 min wait Credit card only
3.8
Poor 1000+ reviews
from $34/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 3.7 Cleanliness 4.1 Service at the rental desk 3.9 Pick-up process 2.7 Drop-off process 4.7

Included in the price

  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Easirent at Phoenix Airport
2402-2426 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, AZ, AZ 85004
+1 602 607 3783

Rental conditions in Tempe

Based on 14 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $25–$30 a day extra (Fox and Hertz).
Debit card Accepted by 7 of 14 suppliers: National, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise, Hertz, Dollar and 1 more.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 7 of 14 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 12 of 14 suppliers. Limited at Easirent.
Fuel policy Full to full (8 suppliers), Same to same (1 supplier)
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Toyota Prius Hybrid, Tesla Model 3 Long Range, Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Ford Mustang Mach-E, from $53 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 13 suppliers. Cancellation fee: Payless $130.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (9 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (9 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (4 suppliers).
Included in the price Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 7 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $93–$402.
Free additional driver Alamo
Extras GPS (11 suppliers), Infant seat (11 suppliers), Child seat (11 suppliers), Booster seat (11 suppliers), Ski rack (5 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (6 suppliers), Special discount (3 suppliers), Free additional driver (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 Tempe: what to expect

Open 24 hours: National, Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, Avis and Budget. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 7 min at Hertz to 28 min at Sixt.

For a small car, Avis is the cheapest at about $31 a day and is rated 8.8 out of 10. National is rated 9.6 and costs about $56.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 12 of 14 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $25 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, Canada and South Korea. 5% of searches return the car elsewhere, most often at Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal (TIJ), Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Flagstaff Airport (FLG). A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental in Tempe: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Tempe?
Car rental in Tempe starts from $31 per day, and the average price is $126 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $378 for a 3-day weekend and $882 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.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Tempe?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tempe over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Convertible: $246 per day
  • SUV: $141 per day
  • Luxury: $146 per day
  • Van: $151 per day
  • Standard: $85 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Tempe?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tempe over the last 12 months:
  • National, average price $75 per day
  • Dollar, average price $82 per day
  • Hertz, average price $115 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Tempe?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Tempe are:
  • National: rated 9.6/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $75 per day
  • Alamo: rated 9.3/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $72 per day
  • Sixt: rated 9.0/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $192 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 Tempe?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Tempe are:
  • Avis: about $31 per day
  • Easirent: about $35 per day
  • Payless: about $48 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 Tempe?
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 and Alamo
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Sixt, Enterprise and Hertz
  • Meet and greet, where a company representative meets you and hands over the car: Easirent
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Tempe 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 Tempe, one-way rentals are offered by National, Alamo and Sixt. 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 Tempe?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Tempe is 21, and some companies 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. Age rules for young drivers in Tempe:
  • Hertz: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Fox: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Tempe with a debit card?
Rental companies in Tempe 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. Companies that accept debit cards in Tempe: National, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise, Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Tempe offer unlimited mileage?
9 rental companies in Tempe include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them National, Alamo and Enterprise. Sixt, Avis and Budget offer it on some cars only. 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 Tempe?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Tempe 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 National, Alamo, Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Dollar, Thrifty, Budget and Easirent.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Europcar.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Tempe?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Tempe include Dollar, Avis and Budget. The cheapest is Dollar, from $53 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.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Tempe?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Tempe Alamo includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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