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Cheapflights insights for Philadelphia car rentals

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How far in advance should I rent a car in Philadelphia?

Book your rental car in Philadelphia 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,757/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 4,778% off the average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Philadelphia?

Looking to rent a car in Philadelphia? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₱1,911.21/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₱3,880.36/day.

What is the best car rental company in Philadelphia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Philadelphia is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 102 reviews). Payless (rated 5.7/10 with 125 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Philadelphia?

At Philadelphia, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,307. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱4,163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Philadelphia, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just ₱2,307. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging ₱4,163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱2,419

February

₱2,307

March

₱2,588

April

₱2,869

May

₱3,432

June

₱3,938

July

₱4,163

August

₱3,713

September

₱3,207

October

₱3,151

November

₱3,151

December

₱3,207

What car do most people rent in Philadelphia?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Philadelphia are the following: SUV rentals (Chevrolet Suburban or similar), Compact rentals (Nissan Versa or similar), and Economy rentals (Hyundai Veloster or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Philadelphia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 20 locations in Philadelphia, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Philadelphia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Philadelphia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Philadelphia. Reviews were last updated on July 13, 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Philadelphia, such as Budget, Payless and Dollar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

5.9
Fair
102 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Payless

5.7
Fair
125 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.9

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
101 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
243 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

Alamo

7.3
Good
38 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Sixt

6.0
Okay
85 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Avis

5.6
Fair
65 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.5

Thrifty

4.4
Mediocre
79 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

5.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Philadelphia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on July 13, 2025.
  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Philadelphia for a week from Dollar?

    From Dollar you can rent a car in Philadelphia from about ₱26,784 per week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Philadelphia.

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