Buffalo

Cheap Car Rentals in Buffalo

Buffalo, NY, United States
5 May — 12 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Buffalo, NY, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Buffalo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Buffalo 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 28 April 2024.

January

$69

February

$79

March

$89

April

$100

May

$107

June

$114

July

$127

August

$119

September

$107

October

$114

November

$99

December

$99

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Buffalo is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Buffalo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Buffalo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Small cars

$62 - $261

All Car Types

$62 - $205

To hire a small car in Buffalo, the United States, you would pay an average price of $61/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Buffalo, the United States (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$261/day). In fact, May is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Buffalo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Buffalo, hiring a small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Buffalo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Buffalo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Buffalo. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Buffalo, including Budget, Hertz and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

6.6
Okay
139 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.0
Okay
268 reviews•7 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.2

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
78 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
31 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
59 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Dollar

5.5
Fair
43 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.5

National

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

7.6

Easirent

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Buffalo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 rating), National (7.9 rating) and Budget (6.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Buffalo.

  • What are petrol prices like in Buffalo?

    The average price of petrol in Buffalo is $1.76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $79 and $114 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Buffalo. They can have you in a hire car for about $668 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Buffalo. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Buffalo?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Buffalo is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) based on our Cheapflights data.

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