Car hire in Albany, New York State

The majority of the Albany car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Albany such as Dollar, Budget, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

When travelling to Albany during the month of April, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Albany during April, when temperatures are around 15 °C and precipitation is 78 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Albany will cost you £48/day on average.

25 mph is the city speed limit for Albany, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Albany are 75 mph and 75 mph, respectively. If you hire a car in Albany, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Budget has the Chevrolet Suburban (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Albany. You can expect to hire the Chevrolet Suburban in Albany from Budget for £122/day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Albany during the month of March should expect temperatures to be around 2 °C and should expect around 69 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

If you’re looking for a Albany hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of New York typically has a temperature of 2 °C and will usually expect 84 mm of precipitation.

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

The number of operators available for cars in Albany is 18 as of March 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Albany. 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.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Albany. 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.