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Pennsylvania car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Pennsylvania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R716

Cheapest price per day

R716

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Pennsylvania?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Pennsylvania 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 17 January 2025.

January

R808

February

R827

March

R940

April

R1 072

May

R1 203

June

R1 316

July

R1 354

August

R1 222

September

R1 072

October

R1 053

November

R1 053

December

R1 072

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Pennsylvania to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Medium cars

R628 - R1 957

All Car Types

R628 - R2 294

To hire a medium car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of R838/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Pennsylvania (~R628/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 957/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, renting a medium car saves you 24% 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 SUV in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of R959/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Pennsylvania (~R628/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 347/day). In fact, October is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, renting a SUV saves you 13% 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.

Top rental agencies in Pennsylvania

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pennsylvania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pennsylvania. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Pennsylvania, including those serving the greater Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Ashmead Village area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
104 reviews55 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,9

Budget

6,3
Okay
152 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,4

Sixt

6,1
Okay
115 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,0

Payless

5,7
Fair
131 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

5,9

Hertz

5,5
Fair
344 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,7

Dollar

5,0
Fair
104 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,8

Value

5,5

Alamo

7,9
Good
90 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,6

Avis

5,5
Fair
82 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pennsylvania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Pennsylvania?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R716/day when booking a car hire in Pennsylvania. The absolute best deal a user found was for R716/day from Dollar, booked on Jan. 12.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,2 rating) and Alamo (8,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Pennsylvania.

  • What are petrol prices like in Pennsylvania?

    The average price of petrol in Pennsylvania is R16,93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R762 and R1 100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Pennsylvania. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 010 per week.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Pennsylvania.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Pennsylvania check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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