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Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia from $87

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 Philadelphia with a pick-up date of 19/1 and drop-off date of 21/1. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Philadelphia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Philadelphia 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 20 December 2024.

January

$72

February

$78

March

$88

April

$101

May

$113

June

$124

July

$127

August

$115

September

$101

October

$99

November

$99

December

$93

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Philadelphia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

There are, in total, 95 car hire locations in Philadelphia that are operated by 22 companies. In the past week, SUV is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $87/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Philadelphia hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Philadelphia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Philadelphia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 December 2024.

Small cars

$67 - $134

All Car Types

$73 - $219

To hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of $67/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$134/day). In fact, December is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, hiring a small car saves you 36% 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 Philadelphia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of $82/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$158/day). In fact, September is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, hiring a medium car saves you 22% 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 Philadelphia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of $83/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Philadelphia, the United States (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$287/day). In fact, February is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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 Philadelphia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$112/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Sixt.

Budget

5.8
Fair
100 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.1

Payless

5.7
Fair
134 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.9

Sixt

5.7
Fair
109 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.0
Fair
104 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.5

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
248 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

Alamo

7.7
Good
46 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Avis

5.6
Fair
68 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.4

Thrifty

4.6
Mediocre
82 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

5.2

Best Philadelphia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Philadelphia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Philadelphia with an average daily rate of $126. Data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Philadelphia. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Niro$87/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Niro
Volkswagen Passat$105/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Ford Ranger$109/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger

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 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Philadelphia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Philadelphia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($87/day), Thrifty ($87/day), and Dollar ($105/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.5 rating), Alamo (7.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Philadelphia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Philadelphia?

    The average price of petrol in Philadelphia is $1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 $495 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Philadelphia.

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

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

  • How much is a car hire in Philadelphia for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Philadelphia is $0. Hiring a Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Philadelphia. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Philadelphia for as low as $0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Philadelphia is Standard (Ford Transit) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 20 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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