Philadelphia car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Philadelphia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 February 2025.
Most popular company | DOLLAR |
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Price of petrol per litre | R16,99 |
Average price per day | R718 |
Cheapest price per day | R718 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Philadelphia?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Philadelphia 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 4 February 2025.
January
R811
February
R849
March
R943
April
R1 075
May
R1 207
June
R1 321
July
R1 339
August
R1 226
September
R1 075
October
R1 056
November
R1 056
December
R1 075
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Philadelphia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 February 2025.
Medium cars | R630 - R1 963 | |
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All Car Types | R630 - R2 302 |
To hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of R841/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States (~R630/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 963/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of R963/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Philadelphia, the United States (~R630/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 356/day). In fact, October is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Philadelphia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Philadelphia. Reviews were last updated on 4 February 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Philadelphia, including Budget, Sixt and Payless. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 February 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Philadelphia?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R718/day when booking a car hire in Philadelphia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R718/day from Dollar, booked on Feb. 2.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Philadelphia?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8,5 rating), Alamo (7,6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Philadelphia.
What are petrol prices like in Philadelphia?
The average price of petrol in Philadelphia is R16,99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R764 and R1 104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Philadelphia for a week from Dollar?
Hiring a car in Philadelphia for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R5 027/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Philadelphia for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 29% to make it a great deal in Philadelphia. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Philadelphia?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Philadelphia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
What car do most people hire in Philadelphia?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Philadelphia is Standard (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.