Lakeland car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Lakeland car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Lakeland with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Lakeland?

You should book your car hire in Lakeland around 51 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Lakeland?

Hires in the SUV category (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular option in Lakeland, costing £53/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £35/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lakeland?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Lakeland is September at an average cost of £28/day. March is the most expensive month to hire a car in Lakeland when prices are £48/day on average, which tends to be 9% above the yearly average hire price for Lakeland.

What car hire company in Lakeland has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 5 locations in Lakeland, more than any other car hire company.

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Avis
Small
£35/day
£30/day

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lakeland

  • 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 a car hire in Lakeland for £30 or less
  • Small hire cars in Lakeland are around 37% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire 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 hire a car in Lakeland?

    On average a car hire in Lakeland costs £35 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Orlando airport (MCO)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Orlando airport include Sixt, GREEN MOTION, Fox, OtoQ Car Rental, Alma Car Hire, Capital Rent A Car, APM Rent a Car, NU Car, Final Rentals and Rroa Car Rental.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Orlando airport (MCO)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Orlando airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Fox, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Europcar, Thrifty, Dollar and Budget.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Lakeland?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Lakeland?

    A Small car hire in Lakeland costs £69 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Lakeland?

    A Medium car hire in Lakeland costs £58 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Large car hire cost in Lakeland?

    A Large car hire in Lakeland costs £120 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Lakeland?

    Most car hire providers in Lakeland offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Lakeland, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Lakeland car hire reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

7.8

Good

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.8

One location in Lakeland

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Locations in Lakeland

117 E Memorial Blvd

+1 863 683 2003

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Cons:

Honesty about rates and price

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4

Good

Read 6 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

7.3

5 locations in Lakeland

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1950 W Memorial Blvd

+1 863 279 3050

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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4285 Lakeland Park Dr

+1 813 526 0185

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
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4510 S Florida Ave

+1 863 647 0866

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4997 Us Highway 98 N Unit 1

+1 863 815 7642

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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619 E. Memorial Blvd.

+1 863 682 0153

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2025

People carrier

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Employees at the branch were horrible

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

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Excellent!

2.0 Poor

Mia, Feb 2024

Standard

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I got absolutely duped in the cost of my rental. I had the car for 26 hours and drove less than 200 miles and it cost me over $300. I had family that had midsized SUVs from another rental spot for 5 days and paid the same price. I will never use this service again and will tell everyone I know to never use it either. What a scam, and so terrible to rip people off like this.

1 out of 2

Avis

7.2

Good

Read 6 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Lakeland

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205 West Memorial Boulevard

+1 863 687 4332

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Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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3900 Don Emerson Drive

+1 863 315 8870

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Anna, Nov 2023

Intermediate

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Was denied the experience, and I'm baffled. Well you lost a customer, which I have been for many many years.

1 out of 2

Budget

7.1

Good

Read 13 reviews

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Lakeland

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120 West Memorial Boulevard

+1 863 682 1415

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

3900 Don Emerson Drive

+1 863 315 8715

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday14:00 - 20:00

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2.0 Poor

lynn, Apr 2026

People carrier

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They didn’t even have the rental. They did not honor the reservation and the representative was uncaring and rude. Needless to say I will never do business with them here

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Economy

KAYAK
Customer service representative was fantastic I don't know her name but she looks like Layla Ali....

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2025

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
The employees were extremely rude and unhelpful. I would never rent a car from the airport again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Economy

KAYAK
I like the fact that the agent was willing to stay late to make sure everything worked okay. I didn't get the car I originally booked but they gave me a nice upgrade with no extra charge

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
On this occasion everything was fast, on another occasion the car was not ready, we had to wait a long time for it to be washed and my entire itinerary was delayed

6.0 Okay

Lionel, May 2021

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Cons:

Clean car

1 out of 5

Dollar

5.8

Fair

One location in Lakeland

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117 E Memorial Blvd

+1 863 683 2003

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Thrifty

5.4

Fair

One location in Lakeland

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117 E Memorial Blvd

+1 863 683 2003

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Silvercar

No score available yet

One location in Lakeland

Locations in Lakeland

1215 Griffin Rd

+1 855 359 2227

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
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57 travellers who hired a car in Lakeland gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.7

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Car hire insurance in Lakeland

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Lakeland car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Lakeland.

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Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Lakeland car hire.

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Everything you need to know for your car hire in Lakeland

Lakeland car hire information

Pick-up locationLakeland
Car types
Hire locations15
Airport locations2