Albany

Cheap Car Rentals in Albany, NY

Albany, NY, United States
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Albany, NY, United States
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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 24 April 2024.

January

$72

February

$82

March

$82

April

$87

May

$94

June

$114

July

$129

August

$135

September

$104

October

$119

November

$89

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 24 April 2024.
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Economy

Economy

$169+

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Compact

Compact

$251+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$155+

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Standard

Standard

$243+

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Full-size

Full-size

$214+

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People mover

People mover

$224+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

$190+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

$192+

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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 24 April 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 24 April 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

7.7

Value

7.7

Hertz

6.2
Okay
91 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

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

8.9
Very Good
18 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

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

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 24 April 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 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Albany?

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

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