Pennsylvania

Cheap Car Hire in Pennsylvania from $47

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Pennsylvania with a pick-up date of 4/6 and drop-off date of 25/6. 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.
Philadelphia, PA, United States
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Pennsylvania car hires in 2024

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 26 April 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$114

Cheapest price per day

$47

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Pennsylvania?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Pennsylvania, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 137 pickup locations in Pennsylvania to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Price

$78 - $103

Out of all the popular cities in Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $78/day. Renting a car in Pittsburgh is 24% cheaper than renting one in Erie where the per day rate is around $103. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Pennsylvania to get a rental car in are: Philadelphia ($87/day), Harrisburg ($103/day), and Erie ($103/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Pittsburgh should expect to spend around $78/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Pennsylvania is Pittsburgh.

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 26 April 2024.

January

$61

February

$67

March

$75

April

$81

May

$84

June

$92

July

$95

August

$89

September

$79

October

$81

November

$73

December

$73

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 26 April 2024.

At $47/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Pennsylvania in the past week. Out of 307 car hire agencies operating in Pennsylvania, there are, in total, 15,448 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 26 April 2024.

Small cars

$65 - $158

All Car Types

$80 - $138

To hire a small car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $102/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Pennsylvania (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$158/day). In fact, March is about 37% 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 0% 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 $88/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Pennsylvania (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$118/day). In fact, December is about 16% 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 14% 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 large car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $84/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Pennsylvania (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$190/day). In fact, June is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a large car saves you 18% 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 large 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. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Pennsylvania (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$129/day). In fact, June is about 27% 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 2% 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:

To hire a van in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $79/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Pennsylvania (~$121/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$206/day). In fact, April is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a van 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.

Kia Picanto$56/day
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Kia Picanto
Hyundai Accent$57/day
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Hyundai Accent
Hyundai i20$77/day
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Hyundai i20

Top hire 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 26 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Pennsylvania, including those serving the greater Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Wilkes-Barre area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
344 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
241 reviews44 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Sixt

6.5
Okay
162 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Budget

6.2
Okay
382 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Avis

6.1
Okay
152 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.9

Payless

6.0
Okay
326 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.1

Hertz

5.7
Fair
736 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.7
Fair
298 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.1

Best Pennsylvania car hire 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 $77. Data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Pennsylvania, including options within a close proximity to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Wilkes-Barre. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Holden Commodore$47/day
5
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A/C
Holden Commodore
Mitsubishi Outlander$52/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander
Hyundai Accent Hatch$56/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pennsylvania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Pennsylvania?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $118/day when booking a car hire in Pennsylvania. The absolute best deal a user found was for $81/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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: Turo ($47/day), Dollar ($56/day), and Thrifty ($62/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 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 $1.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Dollar you can hire a car in Pennsylvania from about $579 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 34%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Pennsylvania.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Pennsylvania check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Pennsylvania can be found for about $2,480, with the average price for a rental being around $83 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 26% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Pennsylvania.

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Van hires in Pennsylvania

Find van hire deals in Pennsylvania from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Pennsylvania cost an average of $93 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for van hires within the Pennsylvania area, including pickup locations near Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Wilkes-Barre. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
Toyota HiAce$62/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$64/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$66/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Pennsylvania

Browse car hires by fuel type in Pennsylvania. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Pennsylvania. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Pennsylvania. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($35+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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