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Cheap Car Hire in New York from R888

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New York with a pick-up date of 31/7 and drop-off date of 7/8. 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.
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New York car hires in 2025

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 6 July 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

R771

Cheapest price per day

R888

Popular car types in New York

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New York and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 July 2025.

At R888/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in New York in the past week. Out of 355 car hire agencies operating in New York, there are, in total, 17 567 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 597+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 624+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 512+

Premium

Premium

R1 723+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 063+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 600+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 074+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 157+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 240+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 707+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

R1 759+

Compare car hire deals in New York by type

Here are the best New York small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan MicraR888/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Renault SanderoR888/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Toyota YarisR1 043/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car hire deals found in New York

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 410. Data was last updated on 6 July 2025.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the New York region, including options close to New York, Buffalo and Brooklyn. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Nissan MicraR888/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Renault SanderoR888/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Audi A3R935/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

Cheapflights insights for New York car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in New York, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in New York?

To get the best deal on car hire in New York, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R943, which is about 1 305% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New York?

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in New York with deals as low as R609,67/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R731,77/day.

What is the best car rental company in New York?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New York is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.0/10 with 144 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.0/10 with 120 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New York?

Planning to hire a car in New York? February is the cheapest month, costing about R816 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 712. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R826

February

R816

March

R1 006

April

R1 102

May

R1 255

June

R1 383

July

R1 712

August

R1 478

September

R1 037

October

R1 127

November

R1 182

December

R1 230

What car do most people hire in New York?

SUV cars (GMC Yukon or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New York. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New York?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 38 locations in New York, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 6 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in New York, including those serving the greater New York, Buffalo and Brooklyn area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
144 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,6

Alamo

8,0
Very Good
120 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,9

Avis

7,0
Good
281 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Sixt

6,6
Okay
178 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,4

Hertz

6,3
Okay
333 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,3

Budget

6,3
Okay
546 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,4

Dollar

5,6
Fair
355 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,5

Thrifty

5,4
Fair
162 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,5

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 6 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R771/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for R655/day from Avis, booked on Jun. 29.

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

    From Avis you can hire a car in New York from about R5 502 per week on average.

  • 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 R23 579. You can find car hire deals to be on average R786 a day.

Car hires by fuel type in New York

Browse car hires by fuel type in New York. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in New York. Deals were last updated on 6 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New York. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R88+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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