Cheap Car Hire in Albany, New York State from $128
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 Albany with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 22/6. 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.
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 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | DOLLAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.42 |
Average price per day | $66 |
Cheapest price per day | $128 |
Popular car types in Albany, NY
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Albany, NY and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
There are currently 18 hire locations operating in Albany spread across 10 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Albany is small car at $128 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$128+
Compact
$130+
Intermediate
$130+
Standard
$130+
Full-size
$131+
People mover
$288+
Full-size SUV
$373+
Premium
$186+
Compare car hire deals in Albany, NY by type
Here are the best Albany small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Here are the best Albany SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Albany
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Albany, NY. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Albany, NY with an average daily rate of $188. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Albany. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
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 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $89, which is about 41% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Albany?
Looking to hire a car in Albany? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $58.89/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $65.55/day.
What is the best car rental company in Albany?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Albany is Dollar (rated 7.7/10 with 31 reviews). Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 59 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 $140. 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
$140
August
$121
September
$95
October
$97
November
$77
December
$92
Which car hire company has the most locations in Albany?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Albany, more than any other car hire company in the area.
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 13 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Albany, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz in Albany. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 13 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Albany?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $66/day when booking a car hire in Albany. The absolute best deal a user found was for $66/day from Dollar, booked on Jun. 8.
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 $459 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 is a car hire in Albany for a weekend?
It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Albany, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Albany in July, prices are $0 per day on average.
Car hires by fuel type in Albany, NY
Browse car hires by fuel type in Albany, NY. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Albany, NY. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Albany, NY. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($107+).
Electric
$107+
Hybrid
$122+
Petrol/Diesel
$165+