Cheap Car Rental in Albany, USA

Cheap car rental in Albany, USA

We have no fresh offers in Albany yet. Prices and availability change daily, so search your dates to see today's cars and prices.

Nearest desks with offers

Albany Airport · 4 km · from $37 per day

Car rental prices in Albany by car type

Prices last seen in July 2017. They may have changed. Search your dates for current prices.

Class	Typical cars	From / day
Economy	Ford Fiesta	$57
Compact	Ford Focus	$57
Intermediate	Hyundai Elantra	$58
Standard	Chrysler 200	$60
Full size	Ford Fusion, Ford Taurus	$60
SUV	Ford Edge, Ford Escape, Ford Expedition	$68
Minivan	Ford Transit	$276
7-seat minivan	Dodge Caravan	$95
Premium	Lincoln MKS	$113
Convertible	Ford Mustang Convertible	$200

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2017. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Budget

Ford Fiesta

or similar

5 seats
2 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $57/day

Budget

Ford Focus

or similar

5 seats
3 bags
Automatic transmission
Air conditioning

from $57/day

Car rental companies near Albany

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jul 2017. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

National

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 22 min wait Credit card only

8.8

Excellent 500+ reviews

from $123/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

National at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, 12211 1001, New York, NY
8443662648

Alamo

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 22 min wait Credit card only

8.7

Excellent 5000+ reviews

from $59/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance
Taxes

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Free additional driver
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, 12211 1001, NY
8443662649

Enterprise

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 21 min wait CDW included Credit card only

8.4

Excellent 2000+ reviews

from $122/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

Collision damage waiver (CDW)
Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, 12211 1001, NY
8449341076

Hertz

In the terminal Mon–Fri 05:30–23:59 · Sat 05:30–22:00 · Sun 05:30–23:59 17 min wait Credit card only

7.3

Very good 2000+ reviews

from $118/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.1 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 7.1 Pick-up process 6.7 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Airport fee
Taxes

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Hertz at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd., Albany, Ny, 12211-1001, NY
5184561777

Avis

In the terminal Daily 08:00–23:59 18 min wait Credit card only

7.2

Very good 5000+ reviews

from $53/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 7.3 Pick-up process 6.9 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee

Policies

Full to full
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Avis at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, 12211, NY
518-242-4440

Dollar

Mon–Fri 05:30–23:59 · Sat 05:30–22:00 · Sun 05:30–23:59 16 min wait Credit and debit cards

6.6

Good 5000+ reviews

from $112/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.1 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.7

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee
Breakdown assistance

Policies

Fully charged
Unlimited mileage
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Dollar at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY, United States, 12211
(518) 456-1777

Budget

In the terminal Daily 08:00–23:59 22 min wait Credit card only

4.8

Poor 10000+ reviews

from $37/day

Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.0 Cleanliness 2.1 Service at the rental desk 4.3 Pick-up process 4.3 Drop-off process 7.3

Included in the price

Theft protection (TP)
Third-party liability (TPL)
Glass and tire waiver
Airport fee

Policies

Unlimited mileage on selected cars
Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Albany Airport
737 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, 12211, NY
518-242-4450

Rental conditions in Albany

Based on 7 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jul 2017.

Driver age	Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $35 a day extra (Budget).
Debit card	Accepted by 1 of 7 suppliers: Dollar.
Credit card	Usually required, in the main driver's name. 6 of 7 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage	Unlimited at all 7 suppliers.
Transmission	Automatic 99%, manual 1%.
Electric and hybrid	Toyota Prius Hybrid, Kia Niro Electric, Ford Mustang Mach-E and Chevrolet Bolt ELECTRIC, from $38 a day.
Cancellation	Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers.
Insurance included	Theft protection (TP) (7 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (7 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (4 suppliers).
Included in the price	Airport fee, Breakdown assistance, Taxes
Free additional driver	Alamo
Extras	GPS (7 suppliers), Infant seat (7 suppliers), Child seat (7 suppliers), Booster seat (7 suppliers), Ski rack (4 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers)
Special offers	Pre-registration available (3 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

Pick-up point	Type	Suppliers	From / day	Average wait
Albany Airport · 4 km	Airport	7	$37	20 min

Car rental in Albany: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 16 min at Dollar to 22 min at Budget.

For a small car, Budget is the cheapest at about $84 a day and is rated 4.8 out of 10. National is rated 8.8 and costs about $152.

99% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 7 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $35 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Albany: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Albany?

Car rental in Albany starts from $57 per day, and the average price is $106 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2017. Prices may have changed since. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $318 for a 3-day weekend and $742 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Albany?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Albany are:

Budget: rated 6.9/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $106 per day

Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jul 2017.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Albany?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Albany are:

Budget: about $57 per day

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2017. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Albany?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Albany and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Albany?

The minimum age to rent a car in Albany is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Albany with a debit card?

Rental companies in Albany typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Albany?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Albany are:

Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee.
Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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