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Cheap Car Rentals in Pennsylvania from $168

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 Pennsylvania with a pick-up date of 23/3 and drop-off date of 25/3. 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.
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Pennsylvania car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Pennsylvania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

Most common car type

Mini

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Pennsylvania?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Pennsylvania 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 22 February 2025.

January

$74

February

$78

March

$86

April

$99

May

$111

June

$121

July

$125

August

$112

September

$99

October

$97

November

$97

December

$99

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Pennsylvania and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

There are, in total, 17,198 car hire locations in Pennsylvania that are operated by 335 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $168/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Pennsylvania hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Pennsylvania

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Pennsylvania to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 February 2025.

Small cars

$71 - $161

All Car Types

$72 - $214

To hire a small car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $81/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Pennsylvania (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$161/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a small car saves you 28% 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 Pennsylvania small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $85/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Pennsylvania (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$152/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a medium 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. Here are the best Pennsylvania medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $100/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Pennsylvania (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$281/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a SUV saves you 10% 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 Pennsylvania SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$182/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Pennsylvania

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pennsylvania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pennsylvania. Reviews were last updated on 22 February 2025.

Budget

5.9
Fair
101 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Sixt

5.7
Fair
102 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Payless

5.6
Fair
129 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.9

Hertz

5.1
Fair
247 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.3

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
103 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Alamo

7.6
Good
44 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Avis

5.6
Fair
68 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
81 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

5.0

Best Pennsylvania car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Pennsylvania. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Pennsylvania with an average daily rate of $196. Data was last updated on 22 February 2025.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado$168/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Kia Picanto$182/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Passat$184/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pennsylvania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Pennsylvania?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $97/day when booking a car hire in Pennsylvania. The absolute best deal a user found was for $86/day from Hertz, booked on Feb. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Pennsylvania?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Pennsylvania from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($101/day), Thrifty ($111/day), and Dollar ($133/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Pennsylvania.

  • What are petrol prices like in Pennsylvania?

    The average price of petrol in Pennsylvania is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Pennsylvania for a week from Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in Pennsylvania for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $640/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 29% on a hire car in Pennsylvania. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Pennsylvania?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Pennsylvania for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Pennsylvania is $2,743 ($91/day) on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Pennsylvania

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Pennsylvania. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Pennsylvania. Deals were last updated on 22 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Pennsylvania. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($57+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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