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 30 April 2025.
January
R797
February
R760
March
R852
April
R982
May
R1 204
June
R1 316
July
R1 334
August
R1 223
September
R1 056
October
R1 038
November
R1 038
December
R1 056
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia is February. 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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | R831 - R3 411 | |
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All Car Types | R619 - R2 011 |
To hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of R902/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Philadelphia, the United States (~R831/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 411/day). In fact, April is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Philadelphia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Philadelphia, renting a small car saves you 1% 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 medium car in Philadelphia, the United States, you would pay an average price of R591/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Philadelphia, the United States (~R619/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 540/day). In fact, October is about 4% 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 35% 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 R545/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Philadelphia, the United States (~R619/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 486/day). In fact, October is about 13% 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 41% 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 30 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Philadelphia, including Budget, Payless and Dollar. 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 30 April 2025.
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 (7,5 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 R16,69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R751 and R1 084 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 R8 730/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 31% 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.