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What is the best car hire agency in New York?
The best car hire company in New York is Alamo. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 8.3/10 from 244 reviews. If you are planning a trip to New York, you will be able to find Alamo at 12 locations in the region, such as in the city of Syracuse.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in New York?
Although there are plenty of other car hire types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to New York are Compact sized cars. 35% of our users chose this vehicle type and found prices for $89/day on average.
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$88 - $153
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The average price of a small car hire in New York is $116. The cheapest time to hire a small car in New York is in February. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $88 per day. A small car rental is typically 13% less expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New York small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in New York is $118. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in New York is in November. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $94 per day. A medium car rental is typically 12% less expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New York medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in New York is $147. The cheapest time to hire a large car in New York is in February. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just $95 per day. A large car rental is typically 10% more expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New York large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in New York is $132. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in New York is in February. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just $88 per day. A SUV rental is typically 1% less expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New York SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in New York is $168. The cheapest time to hire a van in New York is in February. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A van rental is typically 22% more expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a luxury car hire in New York is $155. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in New York is in February. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $114 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for New York luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible hire in New York is $136. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in New York is in August. The price is 10% lower than the rest of the year at just $124 per day. A convertible rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in New York. The average price of a vehicle hire in New York can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
Perfect vehicle for our trip, easy pick up and drop off
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
The staff are very helpful from pick-up to drop-off
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
We were able to upgrade to a larger vehicle at the last minute. Service taking and returning was polite and timely.
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
Fast pick up and drop off Nice car
10.0
Wonderful|June 2023
The car was not very clean when we picked up. The last renter had chocolate melted in the back of the car. We ended up cleaning several things because we have ocd and couldn't leave it.
10.0
Wonderful|June 2023
Great customer service. Everyone I interacted with was kind, competent, and professional.
No bad I was impressed with the overall quality convenance
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
The representative I met in the morning was so nice and friendly. She wanted to get me out of there quick so she gave me an upgrade. Everyone at this enterprise has a great work ethic and sense of urgency helping out their customers. Will definitely go back.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Everything was amazing! Engine was a little overworking....
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
The staff were so welcoming and helpful, great to work with and very friendly. I will definitely be back whenever I need a rental in the future.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
They didn’t have any cars even though I made a reservation
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
Customer service was excellent, Bryan was professional and help me with a good car.
Waited 20 minutes for them to bring a car and then the vehicle was a real beater…..lots of scratches and dents. The vehicle should have been retired from the fleet long ago.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2025
Rude shuttle driver, ride check in agent, no car available for an hour, when car arrived it was filthy with white paste smeared on the seats and trash from previous renter inside. Car had 80k miles, was 4 years old and had three different tires. Horrible
2.0
Poor|Aug 2024
There was a very long and lengthy line up at the counter for Avis pick up, when we got the vehicle, it was still super dirty, stains and spills all over console, dash and steering wheel, windows very so greasy it was hard to see out of at night, we had to spend 2 hours to clean the car..... not very impressed.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2024
They didn't have any cars available when i went to pick up my reservation, so i never got a car. It ended up costing me hundreds of dollars because i had to uber upstate instead.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2024
We got a different car which has lower value for rent. Neither got the price adjustment nor time adjustment.
I arrived about an hour earlier than my scheduled pick up time and the car I had reserved was not on-site. I was offered an upgraded vehicle for same price but had to pay for an extra day (for 1hr)-then proceeded to wait for 30 min for the staff to give me the keys to the vehicle that was easily seen in the parking lot. They did not tell me what the daily rate would be, nor did it show up on the small screen and I signed the rental agreement thinking it was an amended rental agreement to include my other reservation. I was very surprised to see later in the email the entire rental agreement that was for only one day and the cost was almost the same as for my initial multi day reservation. I had a similar issue at another Sixt rental location in Phoenix AZ in which there were additional fees that were added but I didn’t see them on the small screen. I think it would be helpful if they had full screens where we could see all the sections we are signing off on and then the list of charges with the total.
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
This rental facility has to be one of the worst in the country for being at a major airport. Pick up and drop off we’re terrible. Cars everywhere. Too hard to differentiate between Sixt and the other companies. Signs wrong. Horrible. Felt bad for the staff because the facility is terrible for them to do their job.
2.0
Poor|July 2023
They charged me one more day . I dropped the car at 7 PM , and they charged me until the next day. Terrible
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
Hreat
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
Great
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
Diana at JFK airport was fabulous. She was courteous, patient and professional, and went above and beyond to find our family an appropriate car during a chaotic time when flights were cancelled. All the staff at the airport showed a genuine concern for customers and seemed to be very helpful
JFK Budget RAC was exhibit A of how a business with no manager operates. Walked into the location for a 12 noon reservation and there was total chaos- 50 to 60 people waiting in line ahead of us. 4 or 5 desk agents totally overwhelmed. People who were already checked in were waiting in a separate area for their cars. After nearly 2 hours of waiting in the queue, I checked in. Went to get my car only to find a person already sitting in the car trying to claim the car because they were waiting. I resolved that with the assistance of a lot attendant. While I was waiting in the queue my wife went around to othe car rental companies and saw none of them had this problem. Clearly Budget needs to get a new leader for JFK.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2024
Awful experience entirely. Company closed the pickup location and had to pickup at another location far away in traffic, so was delayed by an hour and late for work. The return was even worse, since I called to confirm that the location closer to my home would be open, I got there and they were closed again during normal business hours. Now I had to drive down to the other Budget location, again in traffic and lost another hour of time, because they were so slow to return the car when I got there with 11 people in line waiting with 1 person at the counter. Then, they tried to charge me for an extra day, because I was a few minutes late, even though they had delayed me on the pickup time and the return. Totally unacceptable and lacking any knowledge at all of what customer service is. This is totally unprofessional and as a shareholder, it is completely alarming.
4.0
Mediocre|Sept 2023
They changed me for full day and then for been 40 minutes late the charged me an hour fee and an extra day
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
The agent was extremely helpful. We had an issue with our car and she fixed the problem immediately.
4.0
Mediocre|Sept 2023
Very very busy office so had to wait an hour after a long flight to even be served. The lady in charge was quite rude and didn’t help the situation. Overall bad customer experience in picking the car up.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
very friendly and efficient customer service, and the car was really good quality and in good condition. couldn’t fault them if i wanted to
Great experience. Very friendly staff in Miami and NY
4.0
Mediocre|Sept 2023
The representative at the counter was helpful but the manager put us in a $53 car when I had paid $69. All he had left was a cheaper electric car and didn't adjust the rate. I thought I was agreeing to a "manager's special" but it was actually a "manager's choice". He made a CHOICE to put me in a lower priced car at a higher price. It was only a two day rental so I only overpaid by $32. The other issue was that I was making a one way, 900 mile road trip and stopping every 200 miles and spending an hour recharging an electric car was unacceptable.
4.0
Mediocre|Sept 2023
Apple Card fiasco. Why take as form of payment if card can’t be validated at pickup?!
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
Pickup was ridiculous! I was scheduled for 11:30 pickup and wasn't told that the location closes at noon. I received a voicemail from an unknown number while on a brief layover, letting me know that I had to go to a different address for pickup and if I came 5 minutes late nobody would be there. The booking had a note that it was on "military road" and that an employee would have to meet me at my flight (which I thought meant it was near an army base and I wouldn't be able to uber there on my own). With no number to call back I had to chance it and get there by $70 uber as soon as I landed. It was a nervewracking experience for no reason.
8.0
Very Good|Aug 2023
Good but the price are to expensive
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Desk agent attempted to up-sell every markup possible. Did not even present the options of not purchasing insurance, attempted to add a driver (my wife) without my consent, pushed excessive toll package despite knowing route had minimal tolls, and even said “what if something bad happens to you” when I continuously declined these frivolous packages.
I waited 40 minutes for the van pickup at the airport to the dollar rental facility. Show up at the facility and only 1 person behind the counter and over 40 people in line. Waited over 3 hours to pick up the rental car. After customers started Getting upset the manager came out said he is looking for cars. Everyone lost their patience, the manager then said he can’t help behind the desk. Everyone was yelling and upset that he was not helping resolve the situation. Finally got a car over 4 hours later. The worst experience I have ever had
8.0
Very Good|Aug 2023
Easy pickup and dropoff. Moderately priced.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Pick up agent very inpatient and rude.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
I can safely say I will never attempt to rent from Dollar again. In the midst of our calamity with a cancelled flight and lost luggage at JFK International Airport after traveling 3000 miles, Dollar failed miserably by allowing us to schedule a car rental on line. After feeling the relief of that rental transaction we come to find out upon arriving at the Dollar rental desk that not only your folks didn’t have any one-way rentals but didn’t have any rentals for us at all. Talk about the left hand not talking to the right hand. Additionally, your customer service rep was condescending with no sympathy for our plight. The rental was placed through Hotwire.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Because I accidentally rented for August 6 not July 6, they would not refund my money.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Dollar could not deliver the car i paid for in advance. Moreover they did not offer a solution other than wait a call from them. i had to pick up a car which i did not intend to.
We reserved a car more than a month before our trip. When we arrived to pickup the car we went through the traditional paperwork. After a while we noticed many people waiting for their car. So I went to the counter to enquirer about my car only to find out that they did not have any cars available. We waited two hours for a car to be available. We got in the car and drove to the gate only to find out that the car couldn't be released due to mechanical issues. Again we waited for another car. The car we got had bald tires on it which I found out after inspecting the car the next morning.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
They do not have a car for me in JFK airport. I needed to left the airport and take a subway and bus for my destiny.
2.0
Poor|July 2023
You let me rent a car that wasn’t there. I left my hotel and paid for insurance on the rental and got nothing.
2.0
Poor|July 2023
Pick up was a mess. Waited nearly 3hrs for my car that wasn’t even on the premiseso
2.0
Poor|July 2023
Awful.
2.0
Poor|July 2023
Thrifty rejected my reservation due to no international driver's license, even though I could prove my Portuguese residence and provide a valid driver's license!!!
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Car hire in New York
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in New York so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How long do people hire a car for when staying in New York?
Consider hiring a car in New York for 1 day, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the region. The average daily hire cost for 1 day is $167. Weekend and 1-week-long hires will average a total of $649 and $308, respectively. For your more long-term car hire needs, a 1-month-long 1 car hire will cost $3,958 in total on average.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in New York?
Prices for cars in New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in New York?
As of July 2025, there are 329 operators available to choose from for cars in New York.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in New York?
Among different countries, including New York, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in New York?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in New York. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in New York?
Choosing momondo to search for car hire in New York makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in New York?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in New York, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in New York with free cancellation?
Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in New York.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in New York on momondo?
Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car hire locations including New York.
Can I find a car hire in New York which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in New York.
Can I search for car hire in New York with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in New York.
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