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Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia from $62
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 Philadelphia with a pick-up date of 1/10 and drop-off date of 2/11. 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 Philadelphia
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Philadelphia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 September 2025.
There are, in total, 93 car hire locations in Philadelphia that are operated by 23 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $62/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Philadelphia hire providers:
Economy
$106+
Compact
$62+
Intermediate
$64+
Standard
$109+
Full-size
$69+
People mover
$154+
Full-size SUV
$135+
Luxury
$94+
Compare car rental deals in Philadelphia by type
Here are the best Philadelphia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Philadelphia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Philadelphia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Nissan Pulsar$62/day
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Kia Picanto$106/day
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Best car rental deals found in Philadelphia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Philadelphia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Philadelphia with an average daily rate of $101. Data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Nissan Pulsar$62/day
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Mitsubishi ASX$63/day
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Toyota Corolla$64/day
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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 $81, which is about 41% 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 5.8/10 with 116 reviews). Dollar (rated 4.9/10 with 101 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 $69 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $133. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$72
February
$69
March
$77
April
$86
May
$102
June
$119
July
$133
August
$111
September
$94
October
$92
November
$92
December
$96
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 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Philadelphia at 19.
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 13 September 2025.
Payless
116 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.4
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
5.4
Value
6.0
Dollar
101 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.1
Overall
4.9
Pick-up/drop-off
4.8
Value
5.4
Hertz
239 reviews•19 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.6
Overall
4.8
Pick-up/drop-off
4.6
Value
5.1
Alamo
35 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
7.3
Sixt
80 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
6.1
Budget
98 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
6.1
Avis
67 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.1
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.6
Pick-up/drop-off
5.6
Value
5.5
Thrifty
78 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.9
Comfort
5.6
Overall
4.4
Pick-up/drop-off
4.1
Value
5.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the top picks in Philadelphia. They can have you in a hire car for about $481 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.
How much is a car hire in Philadelphia for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Philadelphia is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Philadelphia. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Philadelphia for as low as $0/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 13 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($39+).
Electric
$39+
Hybrid
$39+