Car rentals in South Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in South Philadelphia is $81 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as $52 per day which is a 69% difference from the highest price per day at $169.

The cheapest rental car companies in South Philadelphia are Avis, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. In the past 72 hours, momondo users have found rental prices as low as $52/day from Avis, $63/day from Budget, and $72/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is considered the best car rental company in South Philadelphia based on our data - 4 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 8.3 out of 10.

Intermediate cars are the preferred type of car to rent while visiting South Philadelphia. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average rental price of $63 per day. While 27% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.

The cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in Philadelphia are Far Northeast Philadelphia and Southwest Philadelphia. At the moment, Payless in Far Northeast Philadelphia has an average rental price of $29 per day. In Southwest Philadelphia you can find a $30 per day average rental price from Thrifty.

The most popular number of days to rent a car in South Philadelphia is 2 days, at an average daily price of $61. Only need a rental car for a weekend? Average weekend prices are $147 total. For your week-long South Philadelphia road-trip you can find prices averaging $373 altogether or for a whole month, costs can be in the neighborhood of $2,095.

The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in January, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging $39 per day when booking in January. In contrast, July is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in South Philadelphia during this month tend to be $89 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your South Philadelphia car rental at least 57 days in advance for the best deals.

Prices for cars in South Philadelphia are updated daily.

As of June 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for cars in South Philadelphia.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including South Philadelphia. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

When renting a car in South Philadelphia, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.