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Cheap car rentals in Pittsburgh
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh has a lot to offer, from its Andy Warhol Museum to the Sandcastle Water Park and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. What better way to explore every dream destination than with a hire car? The flexibility that comes from renting a car will also allow travelers to explore other attractions like the Pittsburgh Zoo, which is located in the northeast of the city, or to be in the city center quickly when coming from the airport, which is situated over 20 miles from the center of Pittsburgh.
- The easiest and most convenient way is to rent a car at Pittsburgh International Airport upon arrival. With hire service desks from companies like Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz located at the Baggage Claim area in the Landside Terminal, a hire car is just a stone’s throw away and will bring you into Pittsburgh in about half an hour.
- Unlike many other American cities, Pittsburgh is not fully structured according to a road grid; therefore, navigating through the streets may be confusing at first. Simply ask for a satnav when renting the car and follow the instructions. Also be aware that construction sites are common in Pittsburgh, so make sure to look out for them and circumnavigate accordingly. Downtown streets tend to be narrow, so be careful when driving through them.
- Try to avoid driving through Pittsburgh during rush hour, which starts as early as 4 am in the morning for people are commuting to the airport to catch flights into other cities. It usually lasts until 10 am; during this time, the I-376 E can be clogged up and traffic is severely increased. Between 3 and 6 pm, the afternoon rush hour starts due to workers returning to their homes, and if possible, these peak times should be avoided. Especially when going to the airport, make sure to plan plenty of time ahead (at least 2 hours).
- Book your rental car in Pittsburgh at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Premium rental cars in Pittsburgh are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average
Pittsburgh car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Pittsburgh
What type of car is recommended for driving in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh has narrow lanes and many construction sites, so opting for a smaller or compact car is a wise choice, as navigating through the city becomes considerably easier -- plus, it uses less gas. For extra storage, pick a small SUV or minivan. Especially when visiting during the cold season, choose a 4-wheel drive car to ensure optimal road grip.
What’s the speed limit in Pittsburgh?
Don’t go over 20 mph in residential areas and always look out for posted signs. Urban freeways allow only up to 40 mph, whereas general freeways let drivers go up to 65 mph. Especially in the winter, it is crucial to adapt the speed to the weather and road conditions.
Where are the best places to park in Pittsburgh?
Street parking in Pittsburgh is usually metered, so check the time restrictions and pay the required amount to avoid towing or fines. Alternatively, there are some municipal or private parking lots where cars can be parked overnight or for a longer period of time, like the 7th Street Garage, First Avenue Garage, or 9th and Penn Garage.
How much is the price of fuel in Pittsburgh?
The average price of fuel in Pittsburgh is AED 12.50 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 150 and AED 200, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Pittsburgh?
Premium (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Pittsburgh.
How can I find car hires near me in Pittsburgh?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Premium car hire cost in Pittsburgh?
A Premium car hire in Pittsburgh costs AED 145 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Pittsburgh?
An Intermediate car hire in Pittsburgh costs AED 146 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Pittsburgh?
A Mini car hire in Pittsburgh costs AED 395 per day, on average.
Pittsburgh car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Alamo
8.7
Very Good
Read 25 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.2
One location in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1000 Airport Blvd
+1 844 366 0500
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Maggie, Jun 2024
Luxury
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Courtney, Feb 2021
Pros:
Very fast pick up and delivery. Friendly staff.Cons:
NothingEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.1
Good
Read 25 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.3
11 locations in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1000 Airport Blvd
+1 844 366 0501
1900 W Liberty Ave
+1 412 341 4245
2260 Babcock Blvd.
+1 412 821 6006
2335 Noblestown Rd
+1 412 922 5855
2590 Library Rd
+1 412 881 7232
3355 William Penn Hwy
+1 412 376 9074
4489 Campbells Run Road
+1 412 494 5400
55 11th St
+1 412 325 7042
737 Butler St
+1 412 781 7007
756 S. Millvale Avenue
+1 412 622 0200
9501 Perry Hwy
+1 412 635 7101
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
People carrier
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Ashley, May 2024
Pick-up truck
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Ginny, May 2021
Cons:
The car I reserved was not available at the airport. Instead it was located 10 miles from the airport and the location was closed before I could pick up the car. Left stranded at the Pittsburgh airport and no one at the Enterprise location would help unless I wanted to pay double and take a smaller car.6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Cons:
A $200.00 deposit was required when I rented the vehicle (I was informed the deposit would be credited when I returned the vehicle.). When I returned the vehicle a day early, clean and without damage I was not given a receipt (paper or email.) Here we are 5 days later and no sign of my deposit. Disappointing.Hertz
6.5
Okay
Read 24 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.7
6 locations in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1318 5th Avenue
+1 412 456 2950
4560 Mcknight Road
+1 412 939 3428
5317 Campbells Run Road
+1 412 226 3837
5634 Baum Blvd.
+1 412 441 1902
6581 Steubenville Pike
+1 412 788 4455
875 Greentree Rd
+1 412 921 1084
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2022
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
5.9 Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2021
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
In the morning at pick up, Chris was helpful. He let me know that I could bring my car back a bit later than original time since I rented it for the day. The front door said open 8-530pm but Chris said 5pm and probably a bit beyond that time for closing, since things had changed a bit. I got stuck in unexpected traffic and my ETA was one minute after 5pm. I called at 430 pm and let the guy (no name) I was hoping to be there before five but it could be 501pm. He said they would not be there. I said I really hope you are because he told me that there was no drop box and I was leaving in the morning before they opened. I arrived at 501pm and the door was locked the gate to the rental lot was closed but not locked and no one came to the door. There was now a letter on the front door that was not there in the morning at pick up that said counter hours 8-4pm. So I called Hertz and the customer service agent told me to drop it at the airport. Wow. 1 minute delayed cost me 90 minutes of additional time and drive. Thank you to the hertz guy at the airport. Wonderful.2.0 Poor
Jerica, Apr 2021
Cons:
Car was very dirty dog hair everywhere lots of sticky stuff around gear shift an windshield wiper switch was broken an it rained the hole time we had the vehicle #will never from that location againSixt
9.5
Wonderful
Read 11 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
9.3
One location in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1000 Airport Blvd
+1 888 749 8227
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10.0 Wonderful
Kathy, Oct 2024
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
monique, Aug 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Wayne, Oct 2023
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Sep 2023
Compact
Payless
9.1
Wonderful
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
8.8
One location in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
164 Rental Car Drive
+1 412 472 3100
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10.0 Wonderful
Sterling, Jan 2020
Cons:
Line was short. Car was close. That may be a function of the airport and my flight time but everyone was easy convenient and smooth8.8 Very Good
Anonymous, Dec 2019
Pros:
Good service. No wait times.Cons:
many people would probably be happy with my experience, but not so much for me. I was upgraded from a sedan to our SUV at no charge. Did not know that’s what I was getting. Just not my personal preference, plus it cost two or three times as much for gasoline. Other than that, great experience10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2019
Pros:
VeryCons:
Easy, quick and convenient!National
7.3
Good
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
7.0
One location in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1000 Airport Blvd
+1 844 366 0502
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10.0 Wonderful
Thomas, Oct 2021
1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2021
4 locations in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
4052 Liberty Avenue
+1 412 802 7072
620 Rodi Road
+1 412 243 0985
6215 Babcock Boulevard
+1 412 366 3192
625 Stanwix Street
+1 412 261 0542
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2023
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Sydney, Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2021
4 locations in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
4052 Liberty Avenue
+1 412 802 7607
4643 Baum Boulevard
+1 412 578 0173
620 Rodi Road
+1 412 241 1464
625 Stanwix Street
+1 412 433 9803
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8.0 Very Good
Wilson, Oct 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Michael, Sep 2024
Compact
6.0 Okay
Tara, Dec 2019
Pros:
Angelo is greatCons:
The prices are way to high for someone who rents by the week6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Intermediate
8.0 Very Good
Byron, Mar 2023
Intermediate SUV
One location in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
5634 Baum Blvd.
+1 412 441 1902
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2 locations in Pittsburgh
Locations in Pittsburgh
1000 Airport Blvd
+1 866 434 2226
5634 Baum Boulevard
+1 412 441 1902
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2 locations in Pittsburgh
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Most popular car type | Premium |
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Pittsburgh car hire information
| Pick-up location | Pittsburgh |
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| Hire locations | 36 |
| Airport locations | 10 |