Car rentals in Dayton, Newark

In the past week, our users have found Dayton car rental prices for as low as $55/day and as high as $100/day, which is a 45% price difference. Keep in mind that the average price to rent a car in Dayton is $69/day, which can change depending on what type of car you rent and what agency you rent it from.

The cheapest rental car companies in Dayton are Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. In the past 72 hours, momondo users have found rental prices as low as $55/day from Dollar, $60/day from Hertz, and $62/day from Thrifty.

Consider renting a car from Alamo, which is currently the best rental agency in Dayton, according to our users, with 88 reviews and an average rating of 7.4/10.

The most popular type of cars to rent in Dayton are SUV cars. This type of car costs $122 per day on average. 26% of users prefer to rent SUV cars in Dayton due to price, availability, and their planned activities.

The cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in Newark are The Ironbound and Downtown. At the moment, Thrifty in The Ironbound has an average rental price of $35 per day. In Downtown you can find a $40 per day average rental price from Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

The most popular number of days to rent a car in Dayton is 58 days, at an average daily price of $77. Only need a rental car for a weekend? Average weekend prices are $201 total. For your week-long Dayton road-trip you can find prices averaging $555 altogether or for a whole month, costs can be in the neighborhood of $3,709.

The best time to rent a car in Dayton is in the month of February, when prices are $59/day on average. July is often the most expensive month to rent a car when average prices are $105/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit Dayton, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 54 days out for the best possible price.

Prices for cars in Dayton are refreshed on a daily basis.

There are 14 operators available for cars in Dayton as of April 2025.

Among different countries, including Dayton, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Dayton. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.