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Cheap Car Rentals in Manhattan, New York

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Manhattan, New York car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Manhattan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

RM 165

Cheapest price per day

RM 142

Cheapflights insights for Manhattan car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Manhattan?

To get the best deal on car hire in Manhattan, book about 70 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 202, which is about 164% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Manhattan?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Manhattan is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 58 reviews). Dollar (rated 5.3/10 with 71 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Manhattan? March is the cheapest month, costing about RM 215 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 392. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 281

February

RM 277

March

RM 215

April

RM 351

May

RM 351

June

RM 372

July

RM 359

August

RM 392

September

RM 268

October

RM 268

November

RM 326

December

RM 326

Which car hire company has the most locations in Manhattan?

Budget has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Action has the second-highest number of locations in Manhattan at 1.

Top rental agencies in Manhattan, New York

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Manhattan, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Budget

5.9
Fair
58 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.3
Fair
71 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Kyte

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

National

7.7
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Action

1 location

Empire Rent A Car

1 location

Silvercar

1 location

Manhattan Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Manhattan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Manhattan?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month at Manhattan check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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