Cheap Car Hire in Albany, New York State from $102
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 Albany with a pick-up date of 22/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Albany?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Albany, NY 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 19 February 2025.
January
$84
February
$92
March
$85
April
$91
May
$99
June
$133
July
$162
August
$138
September
$108
October
$110
November
$87
December
$105
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Albany is January. 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.
Popular car types in Albany, NY
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Albany, NY and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 February 2025.
There are 10 hire agencies servicing Albany. These agencies, altogether, have 18 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Albany with prices from $102 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Albany:
Economy
$187+
Compact
$102+
Intermediate
$192+
Standard
$123+
Full-size
$129+
People mover
$155+
Full-size SUV
$207+
Premium SUV
$220+
Top rental agencies in Albany, NY
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Albany, NY known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Albany, NY. Reviews were last updated on 19 February 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Albany, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Best Albany, NY car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Albany, NY. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Albany, NY with an average daily rate of $160. Data was last updated on 19 February 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Albany, NY, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 February 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Albany?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Albany from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($92/day), Dollar ($114/day), and Alamo ($189/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Albany?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) and Dollar (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Albany.
What are petrol prices like in Albany?
The average price of petrol in Albany is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Albany for a week from Dollar?
Dollar offers hire cars in Albany for about $464 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Albany for the best price?
Booking your car hire early can save you up to 26%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Albany.
Can I rent a car for a month in Albany?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Albany for a month is certainly possible.
What car do most people hire in Albany?
Nissan Rogue, which is a Standard vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Albany according to Cheapflights users.
Car rentals by fuel type in Albany, NY
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Albany, NY. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Albany, NY. Deals were last updated on 19 February 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Albany, NY. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($52+).
Electric
$52+
Hybrid
$82+