Albany, NY car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Albany, NY. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 October 2025.
Most popular company | DOLLAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.42 |
Average price per day | $60 |
Cheapest price per day | $57 |
Cheapflights insights for Albany car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Albany, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Albany?
To get the best deal on car hire in Albany, book about 82 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $86, which is about 38% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Albany?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Albany is Budget (rated 7.2/10 with 56 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.5/10 with 38 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Albany?
Planning to hire a car in Albany? January is the cheapest month, costing about $74 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $134. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$74
February
$83
March
$80
April
$92
May
$97
June
$120
July
$134
August
$111
September
$91
October
$105
November
$77
December
$91
Which car hire company has the most locations in Albany?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Albany at 2.
Top hire 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 24 October 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Albany, NY, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Albany?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $60/day when booking a car hire in Albany. The absolute best deal a user found was for $57/day from Dollar, booked on Oct. 19.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Albany for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Albany, offering car hire for around $418 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Albany?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Albany however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Albany for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Albany for a month is $1,793. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.