Philadelphia

Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia from $112

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 19/6 and drop-off date of 17/7. 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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Philadelphia car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Philadelphia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 June 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$2.15

Average price per day

$87

Cheapest price per day

$112

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 3 June 2026.

There are, in total, 97 car hire locations in Philadelphia that are operated by 25 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $112/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Philadelphia hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

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 $163. Data was last updated on 3 June 2026.
Toyota Corolla$112/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Subaru XV Crosstrek$144/day
4
4
M
A/C
Subaru XV Crosstrek
Ford Ranger$145/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger

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 38% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Philadelphia?

Looking to hire a car in Philadelphia? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $26.41/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $26.85/day.

What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Philadelphia is Hertz (rated 4.6/10 with 207 reviews). Budget (rated 6.1/10 with 94 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? January is the cheapest month, costing about $78 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $135. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$78

February

$81

March

$93

April

$91

May

$108

June

$121

July

$135

August

$110

September

$86

October

$88

November

$88

December

$93

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Avis has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in Philadelphia at 1.

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 3 June 2026.

Hertz

4.6
Mediocre
207 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

4.9

Budget

6.1
Okay
94 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Payless

6.0
Okay
86 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Avis

5.5
Fair
61 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.3
Mediocre
65 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

5.1

Alamo

7.8
Good
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

National

7.7
Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
15 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Philadelphia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $87/day when booking a car hire in Philadelphia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $64/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 1.

  • 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 $606 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 does it cost to rent a car in Philadelphia for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Philadelphia is $2,598 ($87/day) on average.

  • 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 Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Philadelphia. For the month of July, 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 3 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($52+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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