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Buffalo car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Buffalo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 April 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.98

Average price per day

$87

Cheapest price per day

$61
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Cheapflights insights for Buffalo car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Buffalo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Buffalo?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Buffalo, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $101, which is about 54% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Buffalo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Buffalo is Budget (rated 6.3/10 with 65 reviews). Avis (rated 6.0/10 with 30 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
6.3
Avis
Avis
6.0
Hertz
Hertz
5.5
Dollar
Dollar
5.0

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Buffalo is January, when you can expect to pay $86/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Buffalo is July ($168/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$86

February

$89

March

$93

April

$100

May

$114

June

$141

July

$168

August

$141

September

$107

October

$122

November

$105

December

$107

What car do most people hire in Buffalo?

SUV cars (Ford Expedition, for example) are the most popular in Buffalo. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) and Standard (Chevrolet Equinox) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Buffalo.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Buffalo?

Hertz has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Buffalo at 3.

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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 1 April 2026.

Budget

6.3
Okay
65 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Avis

6.0
Okay
30 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Hertz

5.5
Fair
36 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.8

Dollar

5.0
Fair
40 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.3

National

8.7
Very Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

7.9

Alamo

7.4
Good
18 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
6 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Thrifty

3 locations
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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 1 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Buffalo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $87/day when booking a car hire in Buffalo. The absolute best deal a user found was for $61/day from Dollar, booked on Mar. 28.

  • 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 $607 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Buffalo for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Buffalo is $2,602 ($87/day) on average.

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