Car hire in Albany, United States

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Albany?

Our data shows that March is the cheapest month to rent a car in Albany. It’s around 56 € per day in March, compared to the yearly average of 56 € per day.
Cheapest month avgMarch • 56 €
Yearly avg price56 €

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There are 7 car hire providers in Albany. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Albany

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Albany. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Albany

Budget
Enterprise
National
Turo
Avis

What's the most popular car to hire in Albany?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Nissan Versa Note is the most popular car to hire in Albany, with prices starting from € 71 per day. The and similar models are also popular drives in Albany.
Nissan Versa Note
Nissan Versa Note100% chose this
Most popular carNissan Versa Note
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Albany's cheapest car hire providers

Enterprise has the cheapest car hire in Albany right now, with prices from € 71 per day. You'll save an average of € 52 per day when you book with them.
Enterprisefrom € 71 per day
Avisfrom € 72 per day
Budgetfrom € 174 per day
Cheapest providerEnterprise
Book with them to save around€ 52 per day

Hiring a car in Albany: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyBudget
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price182 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Albany

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Albany car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Albany that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Albany for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Albany avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Albany, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Albany car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Albany is 182 € per day or 943 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 71 € per day for Medium hire from Enterprise. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 116 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 115 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 87 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 74 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 128 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 81 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Albany is Medium, standard. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Albany are currently Avis and Budget.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Albany is currently March.
On average, around 943 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Albany is 491 €.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Albany, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Albany that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Albany offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Albany, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Albany is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Albany is usually around 136 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Albany, which is 182 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Albany is 71 € per day with Enterprise for Medium car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Albany will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Albany. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
The easiest way to compare car hire prices in Albany is to look at lots of companies at once, rather than checking each one individually. Skyscanner searches 6 car hire companies and compares prices across 80 available cars, so you don't have to.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Albany.
Yes, you can hire a car in Albany from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 115 € per day. The average price per day is around 116 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Budget, Enterprise and National offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Albany, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Avis
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 116 €
Budget
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 174 €
Large car hire — like the Ford Transit — averages 182 € per day in Albany. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Albany right now is 174 € per day with Budget.
Luxury car hire, like the Ford F-150, costs an average of 128 € per day in Albany. The cheapest price we could find is 81 € per day with Enterprise.
Small car hire, which is usually something like the Chrysler Pacifica, averages 116 € per day in Albany. The cheapest price we found for Small car hire in Albany is 115 € per day with Avis.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Albany.
No, it's around 62% more expensive to hire a car at Albany Dougherty County Airport. The cheapest car hire at Albany Dougherty County Airport starts from 115 € per day, while options in Albany start from 71 € per day. Having said that, if you're flying into Albany Dougherty County Airport, picking up your car when you land is more convenient. Central Albany is around 6.4km away from Albany Dougherty County Airport. It'll take you around 8 minutes to get there by car or 1 hour and 40 minutes by public transport. So it's worth weighing up the price difference against the time and cost of travelling into the city.