Philadelphia

Cheap Car Rentals in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA, United States
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Philadelphia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Philadelphia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.34

Average price per day

S$ 65

Cheapest price per day

S$ 64

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 28 March 2024.

January

S$ 53

February

S$ 59

March

S$ 66

April

S$ 70

May

S$ 74

June

S$ 82

July

S$ 83

August

S$ 78

September

S$ 70

October

S$ 71

November

S$ 64

December

S$ 64

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Philadelphia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 28 March 2024.

Small cars

S$ 54 - S$ 169

All Car Types

S$ 63 - S$ 155

To hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 76/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States (~S$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 169/day). In fact, February is about 29% 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 15% 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 medium car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 81/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States (~S$ 60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 133/day). In fact, December is about 26% 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 9% 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 SUV in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 92/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Philadelphia, the United States (~S$ 69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~S$ 154/day). In fact, December is about 26% 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 is 5% 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.

Top rental agencies in Philadelphia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Philadelphia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Philadelphia. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Philadelphia, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Philadelphia, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
226 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
106 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Avis

5.8
Fair
103 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.6

Payless

5.8
Fair
225 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.9

Budget

5.7
Fair
238 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.0
Fair
182 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Thrifty

5.0
Fair
166 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.4

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
472 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Philadelphia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 65/day when booking a car hire in Philadelphia. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 64/day from Hertz, booked on Mar. 24.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.2 rating), Alamo (8.2 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 S$ 1.34/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 60 and S$ 87 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Philadelphia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about S$ 456 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 37% on your car hire. For a below average price in Philadelphia, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Philadelphia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

    Ford Bronco, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Philadelphia according to Cheapflights users.

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