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Cheap Car Rentals in Albany, NY from $134

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Albany with a pick-up date of 7/6 and drop-off date of 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Albany, NY, United States
15 May — 22 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Albany, NY, United States
Wed 15/5
Noon
Wed 22/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Albany?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Albany, NY and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

January

$71

February

$81

March

$81

April

$84

May

$91

June

$113

July

$129

August

$133

September

$103

October

$118

November

$88

December

$96

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Albany is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Albany, NY

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Albany, NY and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 May 2024.
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There are 10 hire agencies servicing Albany. These agencies, altogether, have 16 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Albany with prices from $134 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Albany:

Economy

Economy

$174+

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Compact

Compact

$144+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$134+

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Standard

Standard

$233+

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Full-size

Full-size

$134+

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People mover

People mover

$270+

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Premium

Premium

$294+

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Luxury

Luxury

$557+

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Compare available car types for rental in Albany, NY

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Albany, NY to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Albany, NY

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Albany, NY known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Albany, NY. Reviews were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Albany, including Budget, Dollar and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

7.3
Good
134 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.5

Dollar

7.8
Good
56 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.7

Hertz

6.2
Okay
91 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Avis

6.1
Okay
49 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.8

Thrifty

3.1
Poor
31 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

3.1

Comfort

3.1

Overall

3.1

Pick-up/drop-off

3.1

Value

3.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
18 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
28 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

National

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.3

Best Albany, NY car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Albany, NY. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Albany, NY with an average daily rate of $213. Data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Peruse the best Albany car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Camry$134/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Found 05/07/24
Toyota Camry$171/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Found 05/07/24
Kia Sportage$173/day
5
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A/C
Kia Sportage
Found 05/07/24

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Albany, NY, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 May 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Albany?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.6 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.3 rating) and Dollar (7.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Albany.

  • What are petrol prices like in Albany?

    The average price of petrol in Albany is $1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Albany for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in Albany for about $700 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Albany for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 28%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Albany.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Albany?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Albany for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Albany for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Albany is $0. Hiring a Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Albany. For the month of June, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Albany for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Albany?

    Nissan Sentra, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Albany according to Cheapflights users.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Albany, NY

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Albany, NY. Deals were last updated on 8 May 2024.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Albany, NY. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

$64+

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