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Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA, United States
12 Dec — 19 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Philadelphia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Philadelphia 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 5 December 2023.

January

$79

February

$77

March

$82

April

$84

May

$87

June

$97

July

$98

August

$93

September

$82

October

$85

November

$79

December

$87

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Philadelphia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Philadelphia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

Small cars

$68 - $148

All Car Types

$68 - $174

To hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of $70/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$148/day). In fact, October is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, hiring a small car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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 5 December 2023.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Philadelphia, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Philadelphia, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
224 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
104 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.5

Avis

5.9
Fair
101 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.7

Budget

5.8
Fair
237 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Payless

5.8
Fair
224 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.0
Fair
178 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.5

Thrifty

5.0
Fair
165 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.4

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
471 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2023.

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Philadelphia?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.2 rating), Alamo (8.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Philadelphia.

What are petrol prices like in Philadelphia?

The average price of petrol in Philadelphia is $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Budget?

Budget is one of the top picks in Philadelphia. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,290 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Philadelphia for the best price?

Booking early can save you upwards of 36% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Philadelphia.

Can I rent a car for a month in Philadelphia?

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

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Philadelphia is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

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