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Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia

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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 43% 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 Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 102 reviews). Payless (rated 5.7/10 with 125 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 $68 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $123. 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

$68

March

$77

April

$85

May

$102

June

$117

July

$123

August

$110

September

$95

October

$93

November

$93

December

$95

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

Full-size cars (Ford Transit, for example) are the most popular in Philadelphia. Passenger van (Ford Transit) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Philadelphia.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 20 locations in Philadelphia, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Dollar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Dollar.

Budget

5.9
Fair
102 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Payless

5.7
Fair
125 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.9

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
101 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
244 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

Alamo

7.3
Good
39 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Sixt

6.0
Okay
85 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Avis

5.6
Fair
65 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
79 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

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 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Philadelphia. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,530 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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