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Cheap Car Rentals in Albany, NY from $70

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 19/12 and drop-off date of 21/12. 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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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 November 2024.

January

$75

February

$83

March

$83

April

$86

May

$97

June

$129

July

$158

August

$134

September

$103

October

$107

November

$85

December

$100

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 November 2024.
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There are 10 hire agencies servicing Albany. These agencies, altogether, have 18 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Albany with prices from $70 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Albany:

Economy

Economy

$135+

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Compact

Compact

$115+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$130+

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Standard

Standard

$70+

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Full-size

Full-size

$164+

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People mover

People mover

$240+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$201+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

$74+

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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 November 2024.
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.

Dollar

7.8
Good
37 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.7

Budget

7.2
Good
57 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Hertz

6.3
Okay
42 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Avis

6.0
Okay
30 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.1

National

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.9

Thrifty

2 locations
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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 $140. Data was last updated on 19 November 2024.
Peruse the best Albany car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Toyota Corolla$70/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Found 11/18/24
Nissan X-Trail$103/day
5
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A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Found 11/18/24
Holden Trax$103/day
4
M
A/C
Holden Trax
Found 11/18/24

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 November 2024.

  • 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: Dollar ($70/day), Thrifty ($74/day), and Budget ($130/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 (8.0 rating) and Dollar (7.8 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 $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 29%. 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?

    Chevrolet Tahoe, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Albany according to Cheapflights users.

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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 November 2024.
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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 ($51+).

Electric

Electric

$51+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$92+

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