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Cheap Car Rentals in New York from $61

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 New York with a pick-up date of 6/1 and drop-off date of 13/1. 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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New York car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New York. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$113

Cheapest price per day

$61

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New York?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New York 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 17 December 2024.

January

$77

February

$88

March

$96

April

$117

May

$126

June

$138

July

$162

August

$152

September

$100

October

$112

November

$119

December

$117

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New York 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.

Compare available car types for rental in New York

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New York to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

$56 - $146

All Car Types

$102 - $171

To hire a small car in New York, you would pay an average price of $108/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New York (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$146/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a small car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New York, you would pay an average price of $123/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New York (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$154/day). In fact, September is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a medium car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in New York, you would pay an average price of $158/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New York (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$256/day). In fact, March is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a large car is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in New York, you would pay an average price of $132/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New York (~$91/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$182/day). In fact, November is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a SUV is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in New York, you would pay an average price of $130/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in New York (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$199/day). In fact, March is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a van is 0% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in New York, you would pay an average price of $99/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New York (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$281/day). In fact, March is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a luxury car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in New York, you would pay an average price of $76/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in New York (~$115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$216/day). In fact, September is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a convertible saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Picanto$68/day
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Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in New York

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New York known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New York. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in New York, including pickup locations serving New York, Napanoch and Syracuse. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
159 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
206 reviews51 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Avis

6.9
Okay
321 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Budget

6.3
Okay
601 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Hertz

6.0
Okay
553 reviews46 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.8
Fair
419 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
198 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Ace

5.0
Fair
205 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Best New York car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New York. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New York with an average daily rate of $79. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in New York including options serving New York, Napanoch and Syracuse. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Hyundai Elantra$61/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Volkswagen Passat$64/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Mitsubishi Mirage$68/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $113/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for $93/day from Avis, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New York?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in New York from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace ($60/day), Dollar ($62/day), and Thrifty ($68/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in New York?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New York.

  • What are petrol prices like in New York?

    The average price of petrol in New York is $1.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $101 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New York for a week from Avis?

    Avis offers hire cars in New York for about $906 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in New York for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 34% in New York - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New York?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from New York it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in New York for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in New York is $3,882 ($129/day) on average.

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