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Philadelphia car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Philadelphia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 September 2026.
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Philadelphia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 10 September 2026.
small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Philadelphia this past week from 97 rental locations out of 25 rental agencies. Prices for a Philadelphia small car rental start from C$ 50/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Philadelphia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Philadelphia with an average daily rate of C$ 60. Data was last updated on 10 September 2026.
Class VehicleC$ 49/day
Hyundai ElantraC$ 50/day
Chevrolet TraxC$ 50/day
Cheapflights insights for Philadelphia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Philadelphia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Philadelphia?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Philadelphia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 68, which is about 16% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Philadelphia?
Dollar is currently the cheapest rental car company in Philadelphia with deals as low as C$ 36.13/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as C$ 36.19/day.
What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Philadelphia is Hertz (rated 4.8/10 with 161 reviews). Budget (rated 6.0/10 with 88 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia is January, when you can expect to pay C$ 64/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Philadelphia is June (C$ 105/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.
January
C$ 64
February
C$ 66
March
C$ 76
April
C$ 75
May
C$ 87
June
C$ 105
July
C$ 105
August
C$ 90
September
C$ 72
October
C$ 72
November
C$ 72
December
C$ 75
What car do most people rent in Philadelphia?
The most popular types of cars to rent in Philadelphia are the following: SUV rentals (Toyota RAV4 or similar), Standard rentals (Toyota Prius or similar), and Passenger Van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in Philadelphia?
Avis has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in Philadelphia at 1.
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 10 September 2026.
Just an awful experience. I had prepaid for my rental at Hertz a month in advance. I was using the car to go out of state for a vacation. When I went to pick up my rental, I was told there was no car available. Then...I was made to call the 800 number to get a refund!! The rental agent at the Wood St. hertz location are beyond rude!! They offered me no help at all!! I ended up getting a rental through Enterprise. Hertz has lost me as a customer!!!
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Bert employee was an hour late to work. Once she arrived we found out they didn’t have the car we reserved. Had to find an enterprise and Uber there. We were 90 minutes late leaving because of hertz. Never again.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
They had no cars and I was left stranded. Worst experience. If I had to go to a new location, it would have cost triple
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
So bad!!!
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Long wait to get car. Had to extend my rental and it was expensive and customer service was bad
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
I booked a car rental, only to show up and have them tell me they didn't have a car available. So I spent money on an Uber to and from the location for no reason.
Our car had trash in it and very little gas when we picked it up, later realized that the trunk did not lock.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Great return process.
6.0
Okay|Jul 2023
We rented an EV but on arrival they did not have any EVs charged. The replacement vehicle was nice but smelled significantly of smoke and we did not have time to return to attempt to get another vehicle.
4.0
Mediocre|Jul 2023
We’ve rented a lot of cars while traveling and this was easily the most stressful and strange experience. We paid for a premium luxury SUV and they brought out the dirtiest, oldest rental car we’ve ever seen. 81K miles on the clock and showed every one of them. They then tried to put us in a small sedan - there are four of us and we had four suitcases … So they said we could take a Ford Explorer. We said that was fine but we’d like the difference in cost refunded as it would have been $100 cheaper to rent that one. They said they couldn’t do that. Finally, they found us a premium luxury SUV that was (mostly) clean. Just a really bizarre experience and they kept saying there was nothing they could do, until we said we’d like to cancel and we’d walk down to another rental company. What should have taken 15 minutes ended up being an hour and a half. Totally put us off ever renting from Budget again.
6.0
Okay|Jul 2023
There were coffee spills and a small bag of trash in the car. It was obvious they relied on the previous renters to do the cleaning. It seems like the staff didn't check the car before my use. The car was fine, the gas was full and there was no damage to the vehicle, but it could have been cleaned better and it also had the scent of cigarettes.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Line to pickup was a disaster. For awhile no one was even at the counter despite a line of 20+. System to get cars was very inefficient so each person getting their car took way longer than it should. Do not blame the counter representatives who did the best they could, but everything was poorly organized and poorly run.
This was the worst rental experience I have ever had. The only reason I booked was because of the price which changed drastically when I arrived at the rental office. 1st I rented a compact SUV because my knees needed the room.( I was given a small Nissan sedan and told that it was similar to it).👎🏽2nd I had to wait for a half hour for them to call my insurance and prove that I had coverage. I then I was charged an extra $65 at the end because I went to MD which they said was an extra fee . The counter customer service was awful and I was serviced by the manager who had absolutely no sympathy whatsoever to my being upset. The maintenance light was on an I was told that it was still okay to drive and that was all they had available for me to rent .
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2025
Everything was good. Service very good.
2.0
Poor|Dec 2024
They didn’t accept any us license like the small print said. I didn’t get the vehicle.
8.0
Very good|Jun 2023
The man driving the pickup van was very nice and personable. The young woman at the counter inside the office was brusque and not very friendly.
6.0
Okay|May 2023
Pick up and drop off was nightmare had to call to get shuttle on pick up and drop off waited for almost 40 minutes for shuttle leave the rental depot to bring to airport almost missed flight. Needs to have a more frequent shuttle or workers drive customers in the rentals.
The pick up was understaffed and poorly run. It took one and one half hours to pick up the car after arriving to the pick up location. After a long flight and a long drive ahead this lack of efficient service is unexceptable.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2024
The bus driver had some right wing media radio blaring. Then the pickup center was hot and I had to wait an hour to get my car which was not even close to the one I reserved.
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2023
All good. Loved the convenience of picking up the rental right at the station.
4.0
Mediocre|Aug 2023
Poor Customer service/attitude
4.0
Mediocre|Jul 2023
The car smelled like cigarette smoke when we got in. One of the windshield wipers didn't work properly. We were charged for an extra day because we dropped off the car a little outside business hours (traffic was really bad because of the rain).
4.0
Mediocre|Jun 2023
The office was closed before scheduled, so we couldn't return the car accordingly.
Aggressive and argumentative staff at this location did not honor this reservation, instead choosing to grift for an extra $10 fee to receive a vehicle in the class reserved rather than an electric substitute. My plans were incompatible with an electric vehicle and I disagreed on principle with paying such a nebulous fee, so left without a vehicle.
6.0
Okay|Sep 2023
When booking the car no mention was made that the car was at the airport. Fortunately Thrifty is owned by Herrz who took action to loan us a car in the train station. However, on return there was confusion about closing the contract resulting in us not knowing the cost of the rental.
2.0
Poor|Sep 2023
Never was able to pick up my car; was never informed about rental terms in terms of eligibility
6.0
Okay|Aug 2022
Pick up process was poor. The wait fir and obtaining the rental car took an inordinate amount of time. There were over $358 of undisclosed fees.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2022
They didn’t have our vehicle so we had to PAY for an upgrade to fit our family. The lady we dealt with was rude as heck. The upgrade we paid for was dirty with food and mold in the cup holders. NEVER AGAIN!
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 September 2026.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Philadelphia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 79/day when booking a rental car in Philadelphia. The best deal a user found was for C$ 45/day from Dollar, booked on Sep. 5.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Philadelphia for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Philadelphia. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 479 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Philadelphia?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Philadelphia for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Philadelphia for a month?
You can potentially save up to 50% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Philadelphia can cost you on average C$ 2,055 a month or C$ 68 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car rental in Philadelphia for a weekend?
For a weekend car rental in Philadelphia, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 79. Usually a Compact rental in Philadelphia is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Compact for October, it will cost approximately C$ 122 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Philadelphia. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Philadelphia. Deals were last updated on 10 September 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Philadelphia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 41+).
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