Philadelphia

Cheap Car Hire in Philadelphia from $56

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 8/9 and drop-off date of 15/9. 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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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 2 September 2025.

There are 23 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 $56 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Philadelphia:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium 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:

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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 $79. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
MG 3$56/day
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MG 6$58/day
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Toyota Corolla$58/day
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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 $73/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 29% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Philadelphia?

Looking to hire a car in Philadelphia? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $58.33/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $68.24/day.

What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Philadelphia is Payless (rated 5.8/10 with 118 reviews). Dollar (rated 4.9/10 with 101 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 February, when you can expect to pay $63/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Philadelphia is July ($121/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

$66

February

$63

March

$70

April

$78

May

$93

June

$107

July

$121

August

$101

September

$85

October

$84

November

$84

December

$87

What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Philadelphia. Premium cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 20 locations in Philadelphia, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 2 September 2025.

Payless

5.8
Fair
118 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
101 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
240 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.1

Alamo

7.4
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Sixt

6.0
Okay
81 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Budget

5.9
Fair
99 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Avis

5.6
Fair
66 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
78 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

5.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Philadelphia for about $453 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 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 October, 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 2 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($47+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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