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 rentals in Philadelphia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$385/day – about 582% 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?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Philadelphia is February, when you can expect to pay HK$322/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Philadelphia is July (HK$573/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
HK$338
February
HK$322
March
HK$361
April
HK$400
May
HK$471
June
HK$549
July
HK$573
August
HK$518
September
HK$447
October
HK$440
November
HK$440
December
HK$447
What car do most people rent in Philadelphia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Philadelphia are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar), and Full-size cars (Nissan Pathfinder 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 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 4 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Dollar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 4 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Philadelphia?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Philadelphia it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.