Cheap car rentals in Spokane
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Top tips for hiring a car in Spokane
- The charming city of Spokane is easy to navigate and has light traffic, which means a car is the quickest, most efficient and comfortable way to explore the area on your own schedule. A car will also allow you to discover other destinations outside the city, such as Spokane Valley, which is only 10 miles east of the city and is home to more than 70 lakes and rivers. If you're visiting in the winter, make the most of the ski season by heading to the city's five ski resorts, which are all located within driving reach.
- All the major car hire agencies, including Alamo, Enterprise, and Hertz, can be found at Spokane International Airport (GEG), which is approximately 5 miles west of Spokane's city center. The car hire desks are located in the Ground Transportation Center so, if you're arriving by air, just follow the ground transportation signs after landing. Most agencies are open from early in the morning (6 to 7 a.m.) until late in the evening (11 p.m. to 12 a.m.).
- Even though the city experiences a great flow of tourists throughout the year, driving downtown is relatively easy compared to other big cities in the country. Traffic rules in the city are pretty straightforward, but remember that all exits are on the right-hand side of the road. Winter driving may be the trickiest part, so make sure you have good snow tires and that you keep plenty of distance between your vehicle and others'.
- Traffic in Spokane generally flows nicely all throughout the day, but driving during rush hour can add extra time to your travels. Avoid driving into the city or to the airport between 6 and 9 a.m., or out of the city towards the residential areas between 4 and 7 p.m. Traffic congestion only gets worse when it snows in the winter, as well as during road construction season, with one of the busiest commutes being the stretch from downtown east on I-90 to the valley exits.
- Book your rental car in Spokane at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Spokane are around -38% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Spokane
What type of car is recommended for driving in Spokane?
If you're visiting in the summer, a spacious car such as a sedan or a small SUV may be a good option. If you're visiting in the winter, you'll need at least a front-wheel drive car and good snow tires even when driving on plowed roads, but an all-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive will make your driving experience safer, especially in areas where you may encounter thick snow.
What’s the speed limit in Spokane?
The basic speed limit in Spokane is usually 25 miles per hour on residential roads, and 30 miles per hour on arterials, unless the posted signs say otherwise. County roads have a speed limit of 50 miles per hour, while state highways have a maximum speed limit of 60 miles per hour.
Where are the best places to park in Spokane?
Parking spaces near the city's main attractions are plentiful. Drivers must pay for parking between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday to Saturday, but street parking is free on Sundays and public holidays. Different meters have different time limits, and prices range between $0.40 and $1.20 per hour, depending on the location.
How much is the price of fuel in Spokane?
The average price of fuel in Spokane is $6.84 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $82 and $109, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Spokane?
Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Spokane.
How can I find car hires near me in Spokane?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Spokane?
An Intermediate car hire in Spokane costs $175 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Spokane?
A Compact car hire in Spokane costs $127 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Spokane?
In Spokane, cars are most frequently hired at Budget 9000 West Airport Drive (9 km from city centre ).
Spokane car rental reviews and directory
Thrifty
7.6
Good
209 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.1
3 locations in Spokane
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1.9 Poor
Jun 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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I got nothing at all for the $35 you charged me.2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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I paid extra for a small SUV. They insisted a Kia Soul was an SUV. The boy running the counter who said he was a manager had some of the worst customer service I’ve ever witnessed.2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Very poor customer serviceCons:
I upgraded and then realized later once we used the heater that the car had been smoked in. We were too far to return it. When I requested a reduction in rate I was told it was my problem because I’d driven off with the car10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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staff friendly, drop off easy easily accommodated change in rental datesCons:
car was very basic, still got me to my destination which was all I wanted. excellent rate!4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2021
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I enjoyed the car itself, it was good on gas.Cons:
I have never dealt with a salesperson so aggressive. I did not want the extra insurance for $190 and he said “well I’m sure the 40 people in the past week with rock chips would feel different.” I told him I believed my insurance was good enough, especially since I pay extra for driving in the USA (I’m Canadian). He said “no, that won’t cover everything, and you know if the car goes in the shop you’ll have to pay $90 a day while it’s in there.” His whole demeanour was aggressive, and the way he spoke to me was very snappy. I left the counter not even wanting to drive the car because he freaked me out. Of course I later spoke with a friend and he told me he was probably trying to scare me into buying the extra insurance. As it is, I returned the car 4 days early because I just didn’t want to deal with it, that ruined my trip a bit but I’d prefer not having that heavy cloud hanging over me.Alamo
10.0
Wonderful
55 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Spokane
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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Easy (I needed easy) , Very clean, everyone was very kind, did I mention Easy, oh and fast out and in!!Cons:
Nothing was bad8.8 Very Good
Sep 2017
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Alamo representative Debbie at the Spokane airport was very friendly and helpful. She assisted me with changing my reserved vehicle type. The vehicle was wonderful, so comfortable and easy to drive.Cons:
I changed my requested vehicle type at the counter, which cost an additional $134.00. This was about $50.00 higher than if I had made the reservation that day, and even higher than other rental companies at the airport. Because I would have had a $100.00 fee to cancel my original reservation, I choose just to pay for the higher than average upgrade fee. Taught me a lesson to only reserve no fee cancellation vehicles.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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Fast, affordable, clean and roomy.Cons:
N/a9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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I returned the car early and promptly got a rebate on my rental fee.9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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The reservation, pick up and drop off all went without a hitch. Easy and hassle free. The staff was ready for me and made everything easy. Debbie was great to work with!! I showed up earlier than my reservation and they got me in a car early and extended my rental by one day without any issues. Staff was great!! Overall experience was great!! Would defintely rent from Alamo again.Cons:
I drove a 2017 Dodge Charger with 2000 miles. Overall the car was great, but the USB ports would work off and on. This was frustrating and was hard when I needed to charge my phone. Also the main screen froze once and I had to pull over and turn the car off and back on. When it froze I was unable to control the volume, A/C etc. This must be a glitch that Dodge needs to address.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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In the Spokane airport, there was only one agent working the desk. This caused a backup of 10 -12 customers waiting in line to be processed.Hertz
8.0
Very Good
62 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.6
One location in Spokane
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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The staff was efficient and friendly.Cons:
I do not believe the transaction could have gone more smoothly than it did. Great job!8.4 Very Good
Jul 2020
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Easy check in and drop offCons:
There was trash in the car9.6 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Quick And easy10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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Staff was very friendly. Picking up the vehicle was a breeze.Cons:
NothingDollar
7.8
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66 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.1
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8.0 Very Good
Aug 2020
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Had to wait awhile for someone to appear at check out and return...no one around anywhere. Also, total price was kind of high with all the taxes and extra fees.8.4 Very Good
Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly and quick.Cons:
The fees I paid on kayak were not the total fees. I was charged more by quite a bit upon pickup.7.6 Good
Jul 2020
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there was no one out there for the dropoff so I had to find someone inside to give the key to.Cons:
Someone to meet the returning car8.4 Very Good
Jun 2020
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Everything was relatively easyCons:
We ended up paying more than we had anticipated because the deal online was cheaper and the hidden fees didn’t help either3.6 Poor
Feb 2020
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Don’t book through a 3rd party like Kayak. You’ll end up paying twice as much.6.4 Okay
Sep 2019
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If we would have received the car we reserved instead if the Kia we were given.Budget
7.4
Good
87 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.1
2 locations in Spokane
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2.0 Poor
Sep 2023
8.0 Very Good
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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All was very good, Friendly, helpful could not have been betteer5.6 Fair
Oct 2020
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I was told I had a full tank of gas and to bring it back full. I got only a half tank and a near flat tire.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
47 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.1
4 locations in Spokane
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Nice, new car. Quick service downtown.Cons:
The Spokane airport location wouldn’t rent me a car and I had to Uber downtown to pick up. They gave me a car with Canadian plates and a metric speedometer, so it was difficult to judge speed. Rental was very expensive and they nickel and dime you for insurance coverage. Even the basic, minimal plan is a gouge.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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Yes, everything was great. nice car, good price, nice emoloyees9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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Staff very friendly. It was very much not intuitive that the location was not at the airport, which caused replanning on drop off, but not a big problemCons:
Everything else was fine9.2 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Staff was helpful, got the vehicle 2 hrs earlier than anticipated. Liked having unlimited miles. Great deal.Cons:
Minivan was uncomfortable - but that’s not on enterprise .3.6 Poor
Sep 2019
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Friendly staff. Very nice clean car.Cons:
We were 1/2 hour late and our car still wasn’t there for us to pick up. They had to find one for us! It was at an entirely different location & had to drive us there to pick up.2.4 Poor
Jul 2019
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When their system showed a completely different price than what I was given on Kayak (three times more), they were able to fix the issue. Although it was very inconvenient for me to wait for them to fix this, and to go to their services counter to resolve it, it did get resolved. So thanks for that.Cons:
The vehicle smelled like tobacco smoke. I was not able to pick up the vehicle in Canada and drop it off in the USA, so I had to pick it up in the USA, and do a lot more driving. They told me the vehicle had a full tank, and when I got to the car it only had a quarter tank. Pricing problems too.Avis
6.5
Okay
54 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Spokane
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8.4 Very Good
Aug 2020
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You should pick up your phones. I could never talk to a live person for my problems with drop off. Annoying.7.2 Good
Jun 2020
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Staff was very helpful and friendly at the airport.2.0 Poor
Dec 2019
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They could’ve had a card there after I called and reserved it and had a confirmation number and shut up at the desk and there was no car2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Had Impala or similar listed on website at booking, no impala nor anything similar offered had to pay for upgrade to suit out original needs, scammed.8.0 Very Good
Jun 2018
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Only 1 person working, took too long to drop off6.0 Okay
Mar 2018
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They charged me double to drop off on one way rental, then when rental was changed back to drop off where I picked up, I had to pay another 102.00 penalty. 1 day rental total for a VW Passat cost me 225.00!!National
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Spokane
Easirent
4.7
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Spokane
High River Rentals
No score available yet
3 locations in Spokane
Sunnycars
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One location in Spokane
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