Lakeland car rentals from C$ 61/day
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Cheap car rentals in Lakeland
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Lakeland
- Whether looking for a private weekend getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, Florida's Lakeland city in Polk County has something for everyone. You only need to book cheap car rentals in Lakeland to explore its beauty and heritage. If you are into arts and culture, you'll enjoy gazing at the Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture at Florida Southern College. Or, if you're into sightseeing, you'll find the 30-mile trip to Spooky Hill quite fascinating. You might also want to take a 48-minute drive to Bok Tower Gardens and gaze at this 250-art deco tower surrounded by lovely gardens, two hiking trails, and 20 rooms of El Retiro Estate. Book cheap car rentals in Lakeland through KAYAK and conveniently explore the city's offerings.
- If you're looking to go to the Orlando Airport, you'll find ten Lakeland car rentals, including Hertz, Dollar Thrifty, Enterprise, Budget, and Easirent. These companies have a wide selection of cheap car rentals in Lakeland. After getting off the plane, head to the baggage claim area at level 1 from A-terminal to pick up your car.
- Lakeland is like any modern American city with lots of human and vehicle traffic experienced on most roads and streets. The city has ample bike lanes for all cyclists, yet you will still encounter many cyclists using the same roads as motorists. So, one thing to be aware of when driving around Lakeland is to be on the lookout for jaywalking pedestrians and cyclists almost everywhere. To avoid dangerous situations, we advise you to maintain a duty of care and adhere to specific speed limits on each road. Another thing to keep in mind are the rush hours and busy highways. The roadways are busiest from 6:30 to 9:00 am and from 3:30 to 7:30 in the evening. You should avoid driving during these hours if you don't want to get stuck in traffic. It would help if you also steered clear of I-4, one of the busiest highways around peak travel hours.
- If you are planning to fly to Lakeland, FL, then you need not worry about how you'll get to your hotel from the airport. Car rentals in Lakeland from Orlando International Airport are both cost-effective and convenient. Even if you plan to move around the city and visit some nearby attraction sites, such as the Kennedy Space Center, we've got you covered.
- At the Orlando Airport, there are about 10 car rental companies, including Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Priceless, Enterprise, Dollar, and Easirent, all with a wide selection of cars to choose from. From the exit terminal, simply pick up your baggage and head over to the A-side of the terminal on level 1 where you'll pick up your Lakeland rental car.
- Like most major cities in Florida, Lakeland experiences heavy human and vehicle traffic on its roadways. There are bike lanes on most streets, but many cyclists still prefer to share the main streets with motorists. It is advisable to be wary of other road users, especially bike riders and pedestrians, who are notorious for jaywalking. It is also advisable to play your part to fulfill your duty of care. Always maintain the stipulated speed limit of every given highway and interstate to avoid dangerous incidences.
- Lakeland experiences rush hour during early mornings and evenings. Between 6:30am and 9am and 4pm and 7pm most highways experience heavy traffic gridlocks as people rush to and from their respective workplaces. One such busy street is Interstate 4. It is the main route to Lakeland, serving both local commuters and tourists passing through Lakeland, and is one of the most congested roads during rush hour. However, the local government recently unveiled the new Polk Parkway, which has since improved the traffic situation in the Hub City. Polk Parkway provides easy access to Interstate 4 through the exit US 98. Snow, hail, and rain can also derail your trip, so make sure you are prepared in accordance with the time and season you plan to travel to Lakeland.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Lakeland for C$ 47 or less
- Book your rental car in Lakeland at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Lakeland are around 24% cheaper than airport locations on average
FAQs about renting a car in Lakeland
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lakeland?
Lakeland has a number of narrow lanes and sloped sidewalks on some of its busy streets. This makes small cars, such as Economy, Premium, Luxury and Convertible, more ideal for driving around the city. When booking your car rental in Lakeland, only opt for a minivan or full SUV if there are more than five people in your group.
What’s the speed limit in Lakeland?
The maximum speed limit in Lakeland is 70mph on freeways, including interstate highways and urban highways. All rural and urban four-lane highways, tollways, and freeways have a maximum speed limit of 65mph, while rural two-lane roads have a speed limit of 55mph.
Where are the best places to park in Lakeland?
Downtown Lakeland provides some of the most flexible, convenient, and cheap parking options where you can park your car for anywhere from 15min to 2h, or even a whole day. Parking in the Rose Street Lot near Holz Garden and street parking west of New York and Main Street is absolutely free. Parking lots, like the Main Street Parking Surface Lot and the Heritage Plaza Parking Garage, provide flexible and more affordable parking options. Here you can park your car free of charge for the first 2h, then pay $1 per additional hour. Paid parking services are available from 9am to 5pm, after which you can park for free in the evenings. Weekends are also free.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Lakeland?
On average a rental car in Lakeland costs C$ 49 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Lakeland?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 61/day), Dollar (C$ 62/day) and Thrifty (C$ 71/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1950 W Memorial Blvd 33815-1100 (4 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in Lakeland?
The average gas price in Lakeland is C$ 5.15 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 62 and C$ 82, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Lakeland?
Luxury (Tesla Model 3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Lakeland.
Which car rental companies are at Orlando airport (MCO)?
Car rental companies onsite at Orlando airport include Thrifty, Zezgo, NU Car, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Fox, Hertz, Budget, Seven Auto Rent & Sale, Dollar and Reliant Car Rental.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Orlando airport (MCO)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Orlando airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Fox, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, Advantage, Avis, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
How can I find car rentals near me in Lakeland?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Luxury car rental cost in Lakeland?
A Luxury car rental in Lakeland costs C$ 86 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Lakeland?
In Lakeland, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 205 West Memorial Boulevard (2 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Lakeland?
On average a rental car in Lakeland costs C$ 344 per week (C$ 49 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Lakeland?
On average a rental car in Lakeland costs C$ 1,474 per month (C$ 49 per day).
What is the speed limit in Lakeland?
The speed limit for all roadways in Lakeland city is 25 mph. This speed limit applies to other nearby towns and surrounding areas. However, when driving around the city's suburbs and major highways, maintain the specified speed limit of 75 mph.
What is the price of gas in Lakeland?
On average, expect to pay $5.15 for every gallon of gas you purchase in Lakeland. However, this price varies from one station to the next, and stations around the airport cost more than similar stations in other parts of the city. Notable gas stations like Murphy, Circle K, and Shell offer prices ranging from $4. 42 to $4.49 per gallon.
Lakeland car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Avis
7.6
Good
Read 8 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.0
2 locations in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
205 West Memorial Boulevard
+1 863 687 4332
3900 Don Emerson Drive
+1 863 315 8870
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2.0 Poor
Anna, Nov 2023
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendly and efficient . The rental went smoothly both pic up and return.Cons:
Location was a bit small and not particularly attractive.10.0 Wonderful
Thomas, Jan 2021
Cons:
All god10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2023
Standard
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2022
Budget
7.5
Good
Read 10 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.3
2 locations in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
120 West Memorial Boulevard
+1 863 682 1415
3900 Don Emerson Drive
+1 863 315 8715
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Economy
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Intermediate
6.0 Okay
Lionel, May 2021
Cons:
Clean car10.0 Wonderful
Joel, Jul 2023
Standard SUV
6.0 Okay
Ralph, Mar 2023
Full-size
8.0 Very good
Timothy, Sep 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.2
Good
Read 8 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.2
5 locations in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
1950 W Memorial Blvd
+1 863 279 3050
4285 Lakeland Park Dr
+1 813 526 0185
4510 S Florida Ave
+1 863 647 0866
4997 Us Highway 98 N Unit 1
+1 863 815 7642
619 E. Memorial Blvd.
+1 863 682 0153
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Mia, Feb 2024
Standard
6.0 Okay
Thylan, Aug 2020
Pros:
The car.Cons:
The staff were unorganized and unprofessional.2.0 Poor
5150Bhall, Jun 2020
Pros:
I didn't even get a car I called to confirm car rental when i was on my way to pick it up they said everything good pick it up. When i got there the guy working the counter was very Rud he said we dont have a car for you. he said yes i see your rental in my computer but we have no more cars. AND my card was was billed by allianz $22 I'm about to blow up the internet with this robbery!!Cons:
When you book a car for a customer and steel there money The customer should get a car!!! This is just the start im a gamer and we can sped this around like covid 1910.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2020
Pros:
The customer service rep. went beyond his duties to make sure I was safe and I had the vehicle that I needed for the emergency. He learned I was a new widow and he stopped what he was doing to make sure my personal car was parked in a safe location and that I was on my way in their rental.Cons:
Nothing...absolutely nothing, I only wished I could have hugged the young man, but do to isolation...we have to say 6 feet apart.10.0 Wonderful
Cynthia, Oct 2022
Hertz
7.2
Good
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.3
One location in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
117 E Memorial Blvd
+1 863 683 2003
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Honesty about rates and price2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
The staff were ok.Cons:
When I arrived, I entered the building and none of the staff had on masks. The guy attempted to rent me the car dirty and told me they could not wash the car in the lot although I clearly seen a guy washing the rentals. I waited 2 hours and returned so I would receive a clean car. When I came back to get the car, I could visibly see crumbs in cracks of seat and dirt particles on floor that had no floor mats. When I asked the lady about floor mats, she said they didn’t have any. I pointed out the crumbs, soap stains on windows, sticky stuff on driver side door and she said she could have it rewashed. I asked for different suv and none was available I was told. I pointed out tear in driver side carpet, rip in leather on driver side door. The Toyota Highlander which appeared new drove like a car that was 20 years old. The sunglasses thing was broken, there was no navigation, when my kids attempted to charge their phones the covers for the chargers fell off. This was the absolute worst car and car rental experience I have ever had. I don’t believe they maintain their cars. I will never and I mean never rent from Hertz on Memorial Blvd in Lakeland again. The lady asked me when I returned how did the car drive. I said terrible. She asked was it car or type of car. I told her I assumed both. Never again !8.0 Very good
Christi, Feb 2021
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Through Kayak, service at Hertz was great. Before going through Kayak, I had visited Hertz on my own. After ten minutes of waiting, an agent said to come on back to his desk, then oroceeded to answer the phone and leave the room. I walked out and booked online. Other than that incident, it was all good.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
Silvercar
10.0
Wonderful
One location in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
1215 Griffin Rd
+1 855 359 2227
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Dollar
5.8
Fair
One location in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
117 E Memorial Blvd
+1 863 683 2003
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No reviews available
One location in Lakeland
Locations in Lakeland
117 E Memorial Blvd
+1 863 683 2003
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No reviews available
Car rental locations in or near Lakeland
Good to know
Most popular agency | Avis |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Luxury |
Average price | C$ 49/day |
Good deal | C$ 47/day |
When to book a rental car in Lakeland
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Lakeland
Lakeland car rental information
| Pick-up location | Lakeland |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 15 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
| Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Dollar, Thrifty |