Philadelphia

Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia

Driver's age: 25-65
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Cheapflights insights for Philadelphia car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Philadelphia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $82, which is about 46% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Philadelphia is Payless (rated 5.9/10 with 107 reviews). Hertz (rated 4.8/10 with 236 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Philadelphia? February is the cheapest month, costing about $72 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $138. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$75

February

$72

March

$81

April

$89

May

$107

June

$124

July

$138

August

$116

September

$89

October

$91

November

$96

December

$98

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe, for example) are the most popular in Philadelphia. Intermediate (Acura TLX) and Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Philadelphia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 19 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Philadelphia at 18.

Top rental agencies in Philadelphia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Philadelphia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Philadelphia. Reviews were last updated on 15 October 2025.

Payless

5.9
Fair
107 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.2

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
236 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

Alamo

7.5
Good
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Sixt

6.1
Okay
74 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Budget

5.9
Fair
97 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Avis

5.7
Fair
67 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.6

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
99 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
76 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

5.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the top picks in Philadelphia. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,123 per week on average.

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

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

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