Buffalo

Cheap Car Rentals in Buffalo from $157

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Buffalo with a pick-up date of 15/10 and drop-off date of 16/10. 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.
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Popular car types in Buffalo

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Buffalo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 September 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Buffalo this past week from 24 hire locations out of 10 hire agencies. Prices for a Buffalo small car hire start from $157/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare car rental deals in Buffalo by type

Here are the best Buffalo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Buffalo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Buffalo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$157/day
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BYD ATTO 3$164/day
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BYD ATTO 3
Toyota Yaris$210/day
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Toyota Yaris

Best car rental deals found in Buffalo

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Buffalo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Buffalo with an average daily rate of $233. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Toyota Yaris$157/day
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Toyota Yaris
BYD ATTO 3$164/day
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Volkswagen Passat$170/day
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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 76 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $99, which is about 49% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Buffalo?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Buffalo with deals as low as $70.40/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $81.14/day.

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 6.4/10 with 63 reviews). Avis (rated 6.0/10 with 32 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 $80/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Buffalo is July ($161/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

$80

February

$82

March

$90

April

$104

May

$110

June

$136

July

$161

August

$137

September

$104

October

$109

November

$104

December

$107

What car do most people hire in Buffalo?

SUV cars (GMC Yukon, for example) are the most popular in Buffalo. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee) and Full-size (Ford Expedition) 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.

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 17 September 2025.

Budget

6.4
Okay
63 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Avis

6.0
Okay
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Hertz

5.5
Fair
40 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.9

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
42 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

National

8.7
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

7.9

Alamo

7.6
Good
18 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

Thrifty

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Buffalo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Buffalo for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Buffalo. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,647 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 is a car hire in Buffalo for a weekend?

    $0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Buffalo, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Buffalo, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of October, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Buffalo

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Buffalo. Deals were last updated on 17 September 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Buffalo. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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