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Cheap Car Hire in New York from R640

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in New York with a pick-up date of 26/5 and drop-off date of 2/6. 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.
Driver's age: 26-65
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New York car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New York. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R1 165

Cheapest price per day

R640

New York car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across New York, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 210 pickup locations in New York to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Price

R930 - R1 238

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New York?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New York and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

January

R820

February

R929

March

R1 020

April

R1 220

May

R1 330

June

R1 384

July

R1 548

August

R1 548

September

R1 111

October

R1 166

November

R1 166

December

R1 202

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New York is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in New York

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New York to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

R1 005 - R2 841

All Car Types

R1 120 - R2 304

To hire a small car in New York, you would pay an average price of R1 359/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New York (~R1 005/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 841/day). In fact, September is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a small car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New York, you would pay an average price of R1 535/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New York (~R956/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 233/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a medium car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in New York, you would pay an average price of R2 050/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New York (~R1 283/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 781/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a large car is 15% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in New York, you would pay an average price of R1 620/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New York (~R956/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 925/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a SUV saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a van in New York, you would pay an average price of R1 912/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in New York (~R1 344/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R4 844/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a van is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in New York, you would pay an average price of R1 180/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New York (~R1 314/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R4 511/day). In fact, February is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, renting a luxury car saves you 33% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Suzuki CiazR640/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen PoloR646/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR666/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in New York

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New York known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New York. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in New York, including those serving the greater New York, White Plains and Rye Brook area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Budget

6,6
Okay
1323 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,7

Hertz

6,3
Okay
1373 reviews54 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,3

Alamo

8,3
Very Good
515 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
544 reviews66 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,8

Avis

7,0
Good
613 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,8

Thrifty

6,2
Okay
467 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,1

Dollar

6,1
Okay
815 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Ace

4,9
Mediocre
186 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,6

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,1

Best New York car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in New York. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New York with an average daily rate of R1 059. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the New York region, including options close to New York, White Plains and Rye Brook. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Suzuki CiazR640/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen PoloR646/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR666/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 165/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for R682/day from Budget, booked on May 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New York?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in New York from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (R647/day), Thrifty (R666/day), and Dollar (R666/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in New York?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (8,6 rating), Alamo (8,5 rating) and Yesaway (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New York.

  • What are petrol prices like in New York?

    The average price of petrol in New York is R18,96/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R853 and R1 232 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New York for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can hire a car in New York from about R9 257 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in New York for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 35% on your car hire. For a below average price in New York, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New York?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in New York.

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in New York can be found for R39 672. You can find car hire deals to be on average R1 322 a day.

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