Philadelphia

Cheap Car Hire in Philadelphia from $61

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 22/3 and drop-off date of 29/3. 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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Philadelphia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Philadelphia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 March 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.24

Average price per day

$63

Cheapest price per day

$61

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 8 March 2026.

There are 25 hire agencies servicing Philadelphia. These agencies, altogether, have 94 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Philadelphia with prices from $61 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Philadelphia:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compare car hire deals in Philadelphia by type

Here are the best Philadelphia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Philadelphia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Philadelphia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Philadelphia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Cross$61/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Cross
Mitsubishi Mirage$66/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car hire deals found in Philadelphia

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 $77. Data was last updated on 8 March 2026.
Toyota Yaris Cross$61/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Cross
Mitsubishi ASX$63/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX
Peugeot 508$63/day
5
M
A/C
Peugeot 508

Cheapflights insights for Philadelphia car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Philadelphia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Philadelphia?

Book your car hire in Philadelphia 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $65/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 15% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Philadelphia is Hertz (rated 4.7/10 with 225 reviews). Sixt (rated 6.2/10 with 65 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Philadelphia is January, when you can expect to pay $65/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Philadelphia is July ($112/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$65

February

$68

March

$68

April

$71

May

$84

June

$100

July

$112

August

$94

September

$73

October

$74

November

$74

December

$78

Which car hire company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Philadelphia at 18.

Top hire 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 8 March 2026.

Hertz

4.7
Mediocre
225 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

Sixt

6.2
Okay
65 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Payless

6.0
Okay
96 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.3

Budget

5.9
Fair
96 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Avis

5.5
Fair
65 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.4

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
93 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
73 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.7

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

5.2

National

8.0
Very Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 March 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Philadelphia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $63/day when booking a car hire in Philadelphia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $60/day from Hertz, booked on Feb. 28.

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

    Hertz offers hire cars in Philadelphia for about $429 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Philadelphia it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Philadelphia can be found for $1,840. You can find car hire deals to be on average $61 a day.

  • 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 Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Philadelphia. For the month of April, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Philadelphia for as low as $0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Philadelphia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Philadelphia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 8 March 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($48+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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