Cheapflights insights for Philadelphia car rentals
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?
For the best savings on car hire in Philadelphia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ฿1,587/day – about 2,716% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Philadelphia is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 102 reviews). Payless (rated 5.7/10 with 126 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia?
Planning to hire a car in Philadelphia? February is the cheapest month, costing about ฿1,328 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ฿2,364. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
฿1,393
February
฿1,328
March
฿1,490
April
฿1,652
May
฿1,943
June
฿2,267
July
฿2,364
August
฿2,137
September
฿1,846
October
฿1,814
November
฿1,814
December
฿1,846
What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?
SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban, for example) are the most popular in Philadelphia. Economy (Chevrolet Spark) and Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Philadelphia.
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 rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Philadelphia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Philadelphia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Philadelphia. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Philadelphia area such as Budget, Payless and Dollar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Philadelphia?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Philadelphia for a month is certainly possible.