Pittsburgh

Cheap Car Hire in Pittsburgh from $72

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 Pittsburgh with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 16/5. 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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Pittsburgh car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Pittsburgh. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 April 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.64

Average price per day

$76

Cheapest price per day

$72

Popular car types in Pittsburgh

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Pittsburgh and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 April 2026.

There are currently 33 hire locations operating in Pittsburgh spread across 12 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Pittsburgh is small car at $72 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare car hire deals in Pittsburgh by type

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

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

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

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

Mitsubishi Mirage$72/day
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5
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Mitsubishi Mirage
Suzuki Swift$73/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Swift

Best car hire deals found in Pittsburgh

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Pittsburgh. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Pittsburgh with an average daily rate of $106. Data was last updated on 2 April 2026.
Mitsubishi Mirage$72/day
2
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Suzuki Swift$73/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Cupra Formentor$74/day
5
M
A/C
Cupra Formentor

Cheapflights insights for Pittsburgh car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in Pittsburgh 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $88/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 31% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Pittsburgh?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Pittsburgh is Sixt (rated 9.5/10 with 11 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.7/10 with 23 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Pittsburgh, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $115 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Pittsburgh, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $115 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$76

February

$84

March

$95

April

$91

May

$102

June

$114

July

$115

August

$107

September

$92

October

$98

November

$92

December

$92

What car do most people hire in Pittsburgh?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Pittsburgh are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar), Pick-up truck cars (Ford F-150 or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Pittsburgh?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Pittsburgh at 4.

Top hire agencies in Pittsburgh

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pittsburgh known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pittsburgh. Reviews were last updated on 2 April 2026.

Sixt

9.5
Wonderful
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.3

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

National

8.6
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
22 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.2

Dollar

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.9

Avis

6.4
Okay
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.4
Okay
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

Budget

5.8
Fair
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pittsburgh, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Pittsburgh?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $76/day when booking a car hire in Pittsburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for $48/day from Dollar, booked on Mar. 28.

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

    Dollar offers hire cars in Pittsburgh for about $496 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Pittsburgh for a month is $2,126. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Pittsburgh for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Pittsburgh. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

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