Cheap Car Rentals in Manhattan, New York from $45
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Manhattan with a pick-up date of 8/30 and drop-off date of 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Manhattan, New York car rentals in 2026
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 August 1, 2026.
Most popular company | Budget |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $146 |
Cheapest price per day | $45 |
Best Manhattan, New York car rental deals
Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Manhattan car rental deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on August 1, 2026.
Hyundai Kona$62/day
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Hyundai Accent$51/day
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Honda Odyssey$69/day
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Cheapflights insights for Manhattan car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Manhattan, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Manhattan?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Manhattan, book about 83 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $62, which is about 25% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Manhattan?
Budget is currently the cheapest rental car company in Manhattan with deals as low as $51.33/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $57.44/day.
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 5.7/10 with 59 reviews). Dollar (rated 5.1/10 with 36 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
5.7
Dollar
5.1
Kyte
10.0
Alamo
8.4
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Manhattan?
Planning a car rental in Manhattan? January is the cheapest month, costing about $60 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $104. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$60
February
$64
March
$74
April
$85
May
$90
June
$101
July
$98
August
$104
September
$69
October
$80
November
$86
December
$84
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.
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Budget
59 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.6
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.6
Value
6.0
Recent reviews
4.0
|Sep 2023Drop off location was closed and we had to go to another location after spending an hour in the phone.
6.0
|Jun 2023Staff was great, but the facility makes it hard to have the cars ready on time. It took us 45 minutes to get our car.
10.0
|Apr 2023The gentleman who assisted us in NYC was very friendly and helpful. Great service. Likewise, dropping off in Syracuse was a simple process. Will definitely consider using Budget again for rental needs
2.0
|Apr 2023They trick me and charge me fuel 86€ instead 3-4€, an on checkout they said “you sing that”… catastrophical, never again Budget
10.0
|Mar 2023Being able to make last minute reservations.
6.0
|Mar 2023Slow pickup!
1 out of 20
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Locations
Dollar
36 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.1
Pick-up/drop-off
5.2
Value
5.2
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Overview
Locations
Kyte
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
6.0
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Reviews
Locations
Alamo
6 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.4
Recent reviews
10.0
|Feb 2024Brilliant experience altogether. Please thank the team in NY. Will definitely use again
1 out of 2
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Locations
National
5 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.8
Value
7.4
Recent reviews
10.0
|Aug 2024I had an incredible experience renting from this National location in NYC. Isaiah and team were friendly, competent, and quick - all the things a local New Yorker values! Highly recommend the W 56th St location. I will be back.
2.0
|Jan 2023Dropped my reservation after calling and confirming it.
1 out of 2
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Action
1 location
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Empire Rent A Car
1 location
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Silvercar
1 location
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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 August 1, 2026.
Can I rent a car for a month at Manhattan?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month at Manhattan.
What is the cheapest rental car in Manhattan, New York?
A Kia Soul, for $60 per day on average, is the cheapest rental car in Manhattan, New York. This price is 33% cheaper than other rental cars in Manhattan.
How much is a rental car in Manhattan, New York?
In Manhattan, New York, rental cars cost $60/day on average, and as low as $61 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.
Car rentals by fuel type in Manhattan
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Manhattan. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Manhattan. Deals were last updated on August 1, 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Manhattan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($74+).
Electric
$89+
Hybrid
$74+
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