Car Rental at Philadelphia Airport from $33/day

Nissan Versa

or similar SMALL

$34/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar MEDIUM

$36/day

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar LARGE

$40/day

Dodge Grand Caravan

or similar VAN

$57/day

Jeep Jeep Grand Cherokee L

or similar SUV

$54/day

Hyundai Genesis

or similar LUXURY

$58/day

BMW X1

or similar SUV

$61/day

Class Special Car

or similar Category

$33/day

Ford Escape

or similar SUV

$42/day

Chevrolet Trax

or similar SUV

$45/day

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar SUV

$45/day

Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Getting a car rental at Philadelphia Airport (PHL) offers you a convenient and cost-effective transportation option to maneuver the thriving city. Whether you are looking to enjoy a road trip with buddies, attending business trips, or simply visiting Philly for a holiday, you’ll find a car that meets your needs at the various on-site car rental agencies. With a rental car, you can enjoy the flexibility and freedom to adjust your schedule as you prefer and explore the city directly from the airport without contacting a driver.
Accessing a car rental at Philadelphia Airport is quite easy. To escape long lines, head directly to the on-site car rental outlet once you disembark. There are several on-site car rental agencies available in a designated location outside the airport terminals. Ensure you compare prices from all major rental car companies at Philadelphia Airport to get a deal that suits your budget. Also, to get a good deal, you should reserve your car rental early. If you are a frequent traveler to Philadelphia Airport, you can consider joining a car rental agency’s loyalty rewards program to earn points that you can redeem for benefits.
To return your car rental to an on-site rental agency in Philadelphia Airport, follow the airport signage on Arrivals Road to your rental company’s authorized return space. Most car rentals at Philadelphia Airport operate on a "full to full" fuel policy. Therefore, you should fill up the tank when returning your rental car. Remember to ask for a receipt if you need to verify the tank is full. Some rental agencies at the airport operate on other fuel policies so you don’t have to worry about running out of gas. Always confirm your fuel policy by checking the car rental company’s terms and conditions to avoid inconveniences when returning your rental car.
Picking up or dropping a car rental at Philadelphia Airport can be daunting during the city’s peak rush hours. Typically, the Philadelphia rush hour is in the mornings and evenings when people are commuting to and from work. To have a smooth experience returning or picking your rental car at Philadelphia Airport, ensure you avoid the rush hour traffic.
25% of our users found rental cars at Philadelphia Airport for $64 or less
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Where are the car rental companies situated at Philadelphia Airport?
At Philadelphia International Airport, you’ll conveniently find various reputable on-site car rental agencies. Each car rental agency offers a complimentary shuttle service from the pickup point at Zone 2. Exit the terminal through the baggage claim area and follow indications to Zone 2. Shuttles typically operate this route every few minutes. For travelers without reservations, complimentary phones for every rental car operator are accessible in each baggage claim area.
Which rental car companies are easiest to use at Philadelphia Airport?
Generally, the easiest car rental companies to use at the airport are reputable brands, including Alamo, Enterprise, and National. These agencies feature efficient and outstanding customer service, as well as minimum delays.
What documentation will I need to rent a vehicle from Philadelphia Airport?
Typically, most car rentals require only a valid United States-issued driver’s license when you pick up a car rental at Philadelphia Airport. For international drivers, you will be required to present a valid driver’s license from your home country along with a valid passport. However, some Philadelphia Airport car rental locations may require additional documentation, including proof of insurance if you’re not purchasing a cover from them, among other documents. Checking the requirements of your car rental company in advance will save you time and frustration. Nevertheless, if you are at least 21 years old, you can access a car rental at Philadelphia Airport. However, if you are under 25, most vehicle rental companies may charge you an extra cost. Furthermore, the age restriction may apply for luxury, large-capacity SUVs, and other higher-category cars.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Philadelphia Airport?
On average a rental car at Philadelphia Airport costs $75 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Philadelphia Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Thrifty ($34/day), Payless ($35/day) and Dollar ($40/day).
What is the best rental car company at Philadelphia Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies at Philadelphia Airport are Alamo (8.0, 66 reviews), Hertz (6.4, 93 reviews), and Avis (6.0, 66 reviews).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Philadelphia Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Philadelphia Airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Payless, Alamo, Budget, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and National.

Sixt

6.0

Okay

Read 115 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.9

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$55/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

3601 Island Ave

+1 888 749 8227

Monday	06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:59
Thursday	06:00 - 23:59
Friday	06:00 - 23:59
Saturday	06:00 - 23:59
Sunday	06:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Andy, Sep 2024

Luxury SUV

Very pleased using Sixt. They were helpful, quick, and the car was perfect.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Full-size

literally best car rental experience I have ever had. Seriously!!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2022

great workers

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2022

There was a little bit of a wait for pick-up - another clerk would have helped. But everyone was courteous and it was very efficient. Interior of car could have been a little cleaner.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2022

Their office was closed, I couldn't pick up my rental, and they refused to issue a refund. It was borderline impossible to reach anyone on the phone, and email support wasn't helpful either, so now I have to dispute this with my bank. Never again, NEVER rent from Sixt. What kind of name is that anyway? Trying to make a number into a verb? WTF. F these guys, bunch of clowns.

8.0 Very good

Laura, Jul 2022

Drop off was fast and fine, but pickup was slow. There were many employees just standing around while only two (eventually three) were helping customers. Though the person helping us was pleasant and professional, she couldn’t type which added to our pick up time. All in all, this wasn’t a show stopper for us; we’ll use them again if their price is right.

Budget

5.9

Fair

Read 81 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.6

Value for money

6.0

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$74/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

1 Arrivals Road

+1 215 492 9043

Monday	06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:59
Thursday	06:00 - 23:59
Friday	06:00 - 23:59
Saturday	06:00 - 23:59
Sunday	06:00 - 23:59

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6.0 Okay

Carlos, Sep 2024

Full-size

The wait time for picking up the vehicle was ridiculous. My reservation was for 6pm and I got there around that time. I waited over an hour for the vehicle to be cleaned and ready. Got out of the lot close to 7:30pm. I returned the vehicle around 9pm. Came to find out they charged me 3 extra hours because the vehicle was due at 6pm. But they didn't discount the extra 1.5 hours that took me to pickup the vehicle! The vehicle was comfortable.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Standard SUV

Shuttles are spaced too far apart but everyone was great. I will use Payless again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Standard

It took 2 hours to pick up the car. Drop off was easy

6.0 Okay

Len, May 2024

Compact

Was a little disappointed with the choice of cars. The car we chose was very dirty like someone went through the mud with it. I had to wash it as mud was caked up in the wheel wells.

10.0 Wonderful

Tom, Dec 2023

Standard SUV

The car was clean and the staff were professional and knowledgeable

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Standard SUV

The car was dirty, smelled and the key fob ran out of batteries hours into the trip. They could not have cared less when I returned it. Have had terrible customer service at this particular budget before. There’s a reason it’s often the least expensive.

Payless

5.8

Fair

Read 123 reviews

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

6.0

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$56/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

6975 Norwitch Drive

+1 215 492 5500

Monday	07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 20:00
Thursday	07:00 - 20:00
Friday	07:00 - 20:00
Saturday	08:00 - 16:00
Sunday	08:00 - 16:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

I landed at the airport and waited for the Payless shuttle van to show up. I saw the shuttle vans for Avis, Hertz, Alamo, etc. No Payless van. After 20 minutes, I tried to call the Payless location and they were closed. I had to rent another car from a company that was actually open (Avis). Please refund me my money for this rental since they were closed and I never picked up a car from them. Thanks.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate

Best value with the least hassle

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate

Staff is friendly and allowed for a welcoming environment. Value of the car was note worthy. The car could have been cleaner.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

Good

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2021

Pros:

Not much. Car was ok. Jeep conpass. But turns off everytime car stops. NO one told me this. Pulling out if lot in traffic. Thought car was stalling and on highway in traffic / was nerve racking - wish someone gave me a heads up warning that car turns off

Cons:

Pick up was over 30 mins after I called from airport to get to car rental. 1 girl behind counter ( Brianna )was nice / the other was rude

8.0 Very good

Colleen, Apr 2021

Pros:

Staff was incredibly friendly and easy to get the car at drop off and pick up.

Cons:

Pick Up at airport was much less than the other rental car companies. This company was MUCH farther than many of the other rental car companies and should be advertised as on site of the airport. Many of the other companies you can walk from the terminal to the rental company (and they had vans picking up 3-4x as much as this company) but this was at least a 5-10 minute drive.

Dollar

5.0

Fair

Read 104 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.8

Value for money

5.5

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$54/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

1 Arrivals Road

+1 866 434 2226

Monday	07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 20:00
Thursday	07:00 - 20:00
Friday	07:00 - 20:00
Saturday	07:00 - 20:00
Sunday	07:00 - 20:00

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2.0 Poor

Vincent, Aug 2024

Compact

I set up my reservation online well in advance (and specifically turned down additional coverage) but the reserved car was not ready for me when I arrived, so I had to go to the desk where they apparently signed me up for the additional coverage I had previously opted out of - and I didn't find this out until the end of my rental when they charged my card for $200 more than expected. Be very careful when dealing with desk agents, they will scam you!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

The car was just as described very nice car to drive, but I had problem with learning all the gizmos that it had. I was finally able to figure some of them out. Very comfortable and easy to drive.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

Very lucky to get a car at the last minute. Thanks for a great experience!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size SUV

The website said you could rent with a debit card. Then told me I had to use a credit card. Then did not refund any of the money I paid. This is unacceptable. I also can not call in because nobody ever answers the phone. It’s an automated line that says 10 min wait every time you call no matter what day or time.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Full-size SUV

Ok, I did not get the vehicle I requested.

8.0 Very good

John, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

The employees at pick-up were polite, but the vehicle was not ready and we were forced to wait for more than 30 minutes. Unfortunately the waiting area was hot and uncomfortable, increasing the displeasure over this delay. The vehicle was good and in good, but not perfect, condition. Drop off was simple and easy. If you have the time to spend on the likely delays, Dollar may be a good choice. If you want prompt service, you should look elsewhere.

Thrifty

4.7

Mediocre

Read 86 reviews

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

5.2

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$49/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

1 Arrivals Road

+1 877 283 0898

Monday	07:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 20:00
Thursday	07:00 - 20:00
Friday	07:00 - 20:00
Saturday	07:00 - 20:00
Sunday	07:00 - 20:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

Excellent

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard

HORRIBLE. . I landed in Philadelphia only to find they had closed at 11pm, and I was stranded. . My flight was set to get in at 10:30 and was a little late. I had 1) pre-paid for the car and 2) Checked in earlier that day (via an email from thrifty to speed up the time to get my car.) I had no other option other than to get a hotel room (got to bed at 1pm) and return the next morning. When I arrived at thrifty and told them what had happened there was NO apology. The response was that it is listed on their web site and I should have known, The woman then asked if I had booked through a third party and explained that they do not always post that information. Quite a lame excuse. These days, most people book through a third party and it is up to Thrifty to be sure any third party they use has all their information. I will never use them again. It was bad enough that I was stranded, but the lack of any remorse, apology and customer care was very unprofessional.

10.0 Wonderful

Erin, Oct 2023

Economy

Drop off was SUPER easy! Pickup was a bit of a hassle, but it wasn’t too bad! :)

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

Pickup at PHL was dreadful. Two hour wait, 2 employees with 50 people in line. Never again.

1.9 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2021

You get what you pay for. It’s the cheapest option I found, in more ways than one.

1.9 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2021

The wait to hopefully get a car was 2 hrs even when u had a reservation. Then they overcharged me. The car was fine and it was clean but the initially experience was terrible.

Alamo

8.0

Very good

Read 42 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.8

One location in Philadelphia Airport

from$74/day

Locations in Philadelphia Airport

1 Arrivals Rd

+1 833 338 3323

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59