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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 20 April 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$2.01

Average price per day

$86

Cheapest price per day

$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 $80, which is about 38% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 4.7/10 with 215 reviews). Sixt (rated 6.1/10 with 60 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
4.7
Sixt
Sixt
6.1
Payless
Payless
6.0
Budget
Budget
6.0

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 $134. 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

$82

March

$94

April

$90

May

$100

June

$121

July

$134

August

$111

September

$87

October

$88

November

$88

December

$94

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer, 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 18.

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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 20 April 2026.

Hertz

4.7
Mediocre
215 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.0

Sixt

6.1
Okay
60 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Payless

6.0
Okay
90 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Budget

6.0
Okay
95 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.3

Avis

5.5
Fair
65 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.4

Dollar

4.8
Mediocre
90 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.4

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
71 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

5.1

Alamo

7.8
Good
25 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Philadelphia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $86/day when booking a car hire in Philadelphia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $65/day from Thrifty, booked on Apr. 11.

  • 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 $601 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 $2,576 ($86/day) on average.

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