Cheap car hire in Queens
| $91/day | Economy |
| $100/day | Compact |
| $111/day | Intermediate |
| $117/day | Standard |
| $108/day | Full-size |
| $135/day | People mover |
| $174/day | Full-size SUV |
| $159/day | Premium |
| $133/day | Luxury |
| $108/day | Intermediate SUV |
| $122/day | Standard SUV |
Queens car hire reviews and directory
Enterprise![agency]()
Best rated
8.8 Excellent (193 reviews)
8 locations in Queens
Enterprise
Locations in Queens
10814 Astoria Blvd+1 718 672 7631
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
11201 Queens Blvd+1 718 793 0900
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
218-30 Hillside Avenue+1 718 465 0200
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
32 33 62nd Street+1 718 726 9000
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
36-15 Queens Blvd+1 929 208 4486
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
65-20 Metropolitan Avenue+1 718 628 4400
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
86-02 Rockaway Blvd+1 718 835 2500
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
9501 Ditmars Blvd+1 844 648 1612
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
10.0 Excellent16 Dec. 2020
Pros: Pickup and return were quick.Cons: There was a smoker before me as I cleaned the windows and got a lot of yellow yuck.
9.2 Excellent16 Oct. 2020
Pros: Asif was very friendly and helpful and made my check-in quick and easyCons: Finding the drop-off locations key drop-box
9.2 Excellent15 Oct. 2020
Pros: Staff was fast and friendly. I was quickly in and out and on my way.Cons: The car smelled of smoke. Not ideal for a long drive.
10.0 Excellent29 Sep. 2020
Pros: Domy was AMAZING. Well, the whole check in / check out experience was super easy and the staff that checked me in was great - but DOMY went beyond the call of duty, which I cannot say enough Thank Yous for doing what you did!!! Without going into detail, he turned what could have been a very stressful situation into a very calming one... Thanks for bringing midwestern hospitality to the east coast:).Cons: Truly... nothing.
9.6 Excellent16 Sep. 2020
Pros: I was upgraded with no hassle and no extra *final cost to a luxury SUV due to there being limited sedans available. The agent was helpful and efficient.Cons: The line to pick up was extensive and it took 45 minutes to be seen for my scheduled appointment. Also, the additional hold of $1,000 on my credit card due to being upgraded to an SUV was surprising. Since it was due to lack of inventory vs. client request I believe the additional hold fee should have been either waived or articulated earlier in the conversation by the agent.
2.0 Mediocre4 Sep. 2020
Pros: They didn't have the car. I booked 8 passangers they gave me 7 passangers. I had no choice, the person who help me, was like you want to take it or not, didn't care about customer situation. Waste money for nothing. I can recomend budget or avis but NOT Enterprice.Cons: If I booked 8 passanger car, I should get 8 passanger car not 7 passanger.
9.2 Excellent18 Aug. 2020
Pros: Attendant for pickup was fantastic. Easy.Cons: Dog hair from previous rider was rather present.
9.2 Excellent18 Aug. 2020
Pros: Really nice car, friendly staff, seamless drop-off, great valueCons: At pickup there was a bottleneck with doing the paperwork at the cars. More staff should have been doing that and fewer staff checking people in.
10.0 Excellent17 Aug. 2020
Pros: Pick up and drop off were quick and easy. The car was very good.
2.0 Mediocre16 Aug. 2020
Cons: The rents was canceled without my knowledge - so when I arrived there was no car for me or any option for another rental. This was incredibly unprofessional and unacceptable.
Alamo![Alamo]()
8.2 Excellent (331 reviews)
1 location in Queens
Alamo
Locations in Queens
9501 Ditmars Blvd+1 844 727 2711
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
6.4 Good14 Oct. 2020
Pros: Pickup and drop off were easy, the car was new (2020 model, 14k miles on it).Cons: The car *reeked* of cigarette smoke and getting a tire replaced was a hassle despite insurance. We did not notice the smoke immediately on pickup because we were wearing masks and they had sprayed some cleaning product which covered it up for a bit. We left the windows open for hundreds of miles of driving over three days and the smell never quite went away. Considering that they charge around $200 from renters who smoke in the car, one should think that they do more about it afterwards. Or at least compensate renters who get the car afterwards. We also had a lot of trouble resolving an issue with a flat tire. Roadside assistance was fast, but the donut spare tire they put on only works for 50 miles. It took us over half a dozen phone calls to different Alamo/Enterprise hotlines and branches, trying to get a replacement car or a new tire. No replacements cars were available in the entire Albany, NY region due to the holiday weekend. We finally learned from a more competent employee that Alamo and Enterprise have a partnership with Firestone, so you can get a tire replaced there free of charge. It would have saved us about an hour to learn that from the first hotline which you call for roadside assistance. Also, when you book full insurance you expect that these kinds of things are covered more flexibly. It appears that totaling the car in an accident would have been covered but getting a replacement tire anywhere but Firestone would have not? How does that make sense?
3.6 Mediocre6 Oct. 2020
Cons: the car was filthy and smelled
6.4 Good14 Sep. 2020
Pros: Great car.Cons: Battery died which caused us great inconvenience. Also one of the key fobs did not work. Not expected with a new car
9.6 Excellent14 Sep. 2020
Pros: The staff was helpful and friendly! Kim is the star at this location, she’s friendly, goes above and beyond, aware of the customers time and above all else offers great customer service experience.Cons: With social distancing the line was outside wrapped around the sidewalk. When i got to the front i realized the booking agents were also taking customers out to retrieve cars, instead of sending them to someone to retTwice the car and servicing the next customer. The current process is time consuming.
3.6 Mediocre4 Sep. 2020
Pros: NothingCons: I am under 25, and according to Alamo rules, I cannot rent a full sized SUV. Despite confirming the booking, and making sure everything is alright over phone, I was only made aware of the above fact at the counter during pickup. I had to change all my plans. The rental agreement copy that was given to me did not have any detials of the car- no license plate number, no vehicle details at all. And calling the agency to request a copy had no use- the customer care claims that they do not have access to the agreement (which I find very hard to believe), and the location rented from claims there is no way to contact them (no phone) despite the fact that the attendant was on the office phone the whole time when I went out to pick up the vehicle.
7.2 Good3 Sep. 2020
Pros: Yes the staff were very nice.Cons: LGA airport is still a mess as far as the rental car shuttle goes. You have to take 2 buses. With Covid there are fewer people at the airport and the rental car buses should be able to go directly to the airport. Also the cost of renting a car out of LGA is ridiculous. Kayak had the best price, but $582 for 4 days? Expensive
10.0 Excellent1 Sep. 2020
Pros: The staff at Alamo was exceptional. Explained to me benefits and additional options
10.0 Excellent21 Aug. 2020
Cons: Can't think of anything. my experience with Alamo was perfect. Thanks.
2.0 Mediocre10 Aug. 2020
Pros: Not friendly and definitely not helpful.Cons: Employees should arrive to work on time and not arriving late and then proceeding to sanitize the area before. This should have been done prior to customer arrival and especially not when you, the employee arrived late.
9.2 Excellent2 Aug. 2020
Pros: Drop off was fast and easy.Cons: Better service personal during pickup
Budget![agency]()
6.6 Good (269 reviews)
1 location in Queens
Budget
Locations in Queens
88-08 23rd Avenue+1 718 639 6400
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
4.0 Okay22 Dec. 2020
Pros: Staff was not attentive. On phone I was told twice that car is there and ready for pickup, but when I arrived they did not have the car I reserved.
2.0 Mediocre20 Dec. 2020
Pros: nothingCons: literally everything
4.0 Okay30 Nov. 2020
Pros: Returning the car was quite efficient.....Cons: The pick-up was sooo horrible i spent almost 3 hrs waiting....got a car what had a doors that were not locking properly and stratches all over...
6.0 Good28 Nov. 2020
Cons: They didn’t have the car I reserved; I had to take a pickup or cancel. Service at pickup wasn’t rude but it wasn’t polite or helpful either. Dropoff was very simple.
10.0 Excellent9 Nov. 2020
Cons: The young gentleman handling the paperwork when cars exit the lot was not friendly.
4.4 Okay6 Nov. 2020
Cons: Location was closed on arrival. Ouch!
9.6 Excellent26 Oct. 2020
Pros: They are even open until 11 pm on Sundays nights for drop offCons: Customer service staff. The representative made ZERO effort to speak up over through her mask, through the plexiglass, over the printer machine noise placed in between us on the counter and the other customers/staff talking to my left and right. It was very frustrating begging her to do her job and speak up.
4.4 Okay19 Oct. 2020
Cons: Waited an hour past my scheduled pickup time before canceling and using another provider. Probably would have had to wait at least an additional 2 hours had I stayed.
6.0 Good9 Oct. 2020
Pros: Nice staffCons: Pricing not transparent. Too many “gotcha”
7.6 Good9 Oct. 2020
Pros: Drop off went greatCons: Pick-up shuttle from LGA left me there for an 1hr and 5 min. When I called, no one at corporate could put me in touch with new york office.
Economy Rent a Car![agency]()
6.2 Good (139 reviews)
1 location in Queens
Economy Rent a Car
Locations in Queens
JFK Airport+1 877 777 0010
3.6 Mediocre4 Mar. 2019
Pros: NothingCons: Literally everything. Inconvenient location. Unfriendly staff. First car they gave me didn’t have a working radio. The second one had stains all over the seats and garbage under the seat. Spend an extra couple dollars and rent elsewhere.
6.4 Good29 Jan. 2019
Cons: We mentioned we were going upstate and it would be snowing. We were told the car would be fine but it certainly was not!! It was so dangerous and did not grasp on to the road so several times we thought we were going to crash as we had no control over the car. we would've gladly paid more to be safe
4.4 Okay11 Dec. 2018
Pros: Car was cleanCons: Did not have the car that I reserved. I reserved a full size and they did not honor my reservation. All they had was a economy car. It ruined my trip. Also, the shuttle took 3 stops (30 minutes) to get to the rental parking lot. Very inconvenient.
2.0 Mediocre10 Dec. 2018
A big wate of my time.Cons: When I arrived to pick up the car I reserved a week in advance at 9:45 AM, it was unavailable because I was "late" for my 9 AM pick up time. Economy did not contact me and was unable to offer me any assistance. They also stated they do not take walk-ins only reservations, so it was easy to determine that a car had never been available that day. Two other customers present at the time with reservations also arrived to find that there were no cars available. An abysmal experience. I can not believe Economy can run a business this way.
4.0 Okay4 Dec. 2018
Cons: Terrible rental car. Car was dirty and had something mechanically wrong with it. Workers in the office are half asleep and have no personality . Definitely DO NOT recommend this company to anyone. Also price was way higher than what it said online
4.0 Okay30 Nov. 2018
Cons: the hidden fees once i arrived at the rental center
8.0 Excellent22 Sep. 2018
Good for the pricePros: Needed a last minute rental in NYC. The car was clean, though a bit dated, got me where I needed to go.Cons: Unlimited miles only applies if you’re coming off a JFK flight.
4.0 Okay13 Sep. 2018
Disappointed.Pros: The people were kind at the pickup locationCons: Car was filthy I couldn’t believe the interior looked how it did. And the car had a horrible scent to it. I was in a rush and there were no other suvs at the moment so I was stuck but definitely disgusting I had to take it to a car wash immediately and get it detailed !
2.0 Mediocre11 Sep. 2018
DECEPTIVEPros: Nothing. Your service sucks.Cons: Although I reserved a car, economy car rental did not have a car for me when I arrived.
5.6 Okay12 Jun. 2018
Cons: the vehicle had lot of running noise
Hertz
Locations in Queens
104-04 Ditmars Blvd+1 718 779 1861
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
106-12 Atlantic Avenue+1 718 846 7927
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
135-30 140th Street+1 718 848 7472
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
5.2 Okay18 Aug. 2020
Pros: The drop off was awkward the hotel location wasn't open Sunday night so I couldn't drop it back safely thereCons: If the hertz desk at ditmars was manned at drop off time
8.8 Excellent9 Jun. 2020
Pros: No wait, fine service, clean car at excellent priceCons: was strict on the pickup time at the reservation, and would not let me show up late, even if I paid the same.
6.4 Good7 Oct. 2019
Cons: Got into a small accident and was left stranded by Hertz. It took 2.5 hours to confirm a tow truck was even on the way. Then Hertz's solution was having me drive on a donut for 45 miles in the wrong direction to pick up a replacement car. This added 6 hours to my drive. Also, it was a 50/50 shot as to whether employees would be helpful. Was hung up on 2x by Emergency Roadside Assistance and had to keep calling back and getting put back in the queue. It was MADDENING and made a stressful situation way worse than it needed to be.
2.0 Mediocre6 Jul. 2019
Cons: You need to stop booking on July 4 th if the pick up place is closed.
6.0 Good12 May 2019
Cons: i have not been informed that i need to have deposit money on my credit card and that hertz will block my money. the thing that was written in my confirmation was "due at the counter = 0", and nothing about the 200 $ more that hertz wanted from me. overall a poor experience
8.0 Excellent5 Jun. 2018
A BreezePros: Dropping the car was easy. The attendant was really nice.Cons: The city is like a garbage. Traffic was at its worst.
7.2 Good4 Jan. 2018
More feesPros: When searching on Kayak, I thought I had a great deal. $139.00 for the rental.Cons: When I came out of the dealer I had so many fees and taxes, it came to $223. Way more. I feel - Hertz ripped me off.
7.6 Good18 Oct. 2017
Pros: Good service and good car suitable for its purposeCons: The side mirors of this type of car (Nissan Versa) have limited viewing angle, and often other vehicles driving close by cannot be observed.
2.0 Mediocre14 Oct. 2017
Terrible experience, never using Hertz againPros: Nothing positive to say. This was the worst car rental experience I've ever had.Cons: When I arrived to pick up my rental car, it was not there and they had no cars of equal or greater size at that location. I ended up having to use a another rental car that someone had just returned (and had not yet been cleaned) to drive an hour back in the direction I originally came from to pick up the rental I had reserved. Hertz knew all day that my car was not going to be there but I never received a phone call letting me know, they had no creative solutions for resolving this before I arrived and offered no extra benefits (free upgrade? No; Discount? No; Credit toward next rental?; No) other than allowing me to return the car to a Hertz location closer to my home. I will NEVER use Hertz ever again!
8.0 Excellent3 Oct. 2017
Good dealPros: The car ran like clockwork.Cons: The car was unwashed when I picked it up.
National![National]()
8.2 Excellent (24 reviews)
1 location in Queens
National
Locations in Queens
9501 Ditmars Blvd+1 844 727 2707
| Monday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 22:00 |
9.6 Excellent3 Nov. 2020
Pros: I had to call both Lynchburg and Queens National locations prior to pickup, and though my issue was not able to be resolved ahead of time, Cody in Lynchburg and Elena in Queens were extremely courteous and helpful. At the time of pickup, the counter staff was helpful and my pickup was smooth. The gate associate was personable and helpful as well.
4.0 Okay21 Sep. 2020
Pros: The staff at the National pickup in Queens gave us the wrong information about adding another person. They insisted that my travel partner was not covered on the insurance and were very dismissive and unhelpful about how we could resolve the issue. Upon going to another National car service location at Newark airport (far out of our way to our travel destination) we finally received some helpful advice from the clerk there. I was very upset that the National Car service location in queens was not more informed on the issue and helpful. It seemed like they just wanted to clock out and didn't care about nay type of customer service. I WILL NOT be renting from National againCons: The customer service and transparency on terms.
10.0 Excellent6 Jul. 2020
Pros: Easy pick up/drop off, friendly staff, clean car.
8.4 Excellent26 May 2020
Pros: Drop off was easy. Staff were very easy to talk to and accomodating regarding vehicle type and availability.Cons: The line to get to the counter before pick-up was very long, and like all car rental places, very slow. There was a bit over an hour waiting in line.
4.4 Okay26 May 2020
Cons: Hidden fees!!
7.2 Good2 Jan. 2020
Pros: friendly and capable staff, quick access to car and off we go!Cons: as with all car rentals at LGA, have to take to buses and wait to get to the rental places. for the next 3 years better off renting from JFK or EWR airports if that is an option for you
8.0 Excellent7 Apr. 2019
Pros: Staff was very friendly and drop off was very easy.
8.0 Excellent5 Mar. 2019
Cons: I'm a Gov Worker even after showing ID Didn't give the Usual free upgrade. Said it was to late & some other EXCUSES
8.0 Excellent16 May 2017
Pros: price for premium suvCons: dirty inside of windshield. pay extra for satellite radio
10.0 Excellent7 Oct. 2016
Pros: great customer service at LaGuardia for pickup and drop off. cheerful and courteous staff and driver of shuttle.Cons: EZ pass suction cup kept detaching and pass fell off while driving.
Fox![Fox]()
4.5 Okay (15 reviews)
1 location in Queens
Fox
Locations in Queens
Building 308 Federal Circle+1 877 777 0010
2.0 Mediocre21 Dec. 2020
Cons: The rental company states on the contract page, that supplemental liability insurance is available at the time of rental. It does NOT say that it is required. As a matter of fact, it is NOT LEGAL in New York State to require a renter to purchase this supplemental insurance. The minimum required by the state is included. If you do not have assets that would be at risk if you were to be sued for an accident injury or even death, there is no need for extra insurance. At the time of pick-up the rental company said I had to purchase Supplemental Insurance at $16 per day, plus tax, or I could not rent the car. I was stuck, so I agreed. But I am contesting that extra amount with my credit card company. The company "policy" is just as illegal as it would be to refuse to rent to me based on my race.
6.0 Good21 Dec. 2020
Cons: El mal olor en el carro
2.0 Mediocre20 Dec. 2020
Cons: I dropped off the vehicle earlier than I had anticipated but was still charged the full rental fee and they were nit nice about nor did they care about anything except their policies. The guy working there acted like his last name was Fox and he owned the place. Terrible way to treat customers during a pandemic nonetheless
8.0 Excellent15 Dec. 2020
Pros: Comodidad y limpiezaCons: Aclarar tarifa de seguros en la oferta publicada
2.0 Mediocre11 Dec. 2020
Cons: Extra fees were added without warning
4.0 Okay8 Dec. 2020
Pros: Workers were nice.Cons: Upfront about fees and options. Better outside waiting area
2.0 Mediocre10 Nov. 2020
Pros: Drop off was easyCons: Pick up was terrible
5.2 Okay9 Nov. 2020
Pros: Good price, helpful staffCons: Line was an hour long at the rental counter
10.0 Excellent5 Nov. 2020
Pros: Fast and easy to pick upCons: Everything was grear!
2.4 Mediocre16 Oct. 2020
Pros: Nothing bad customer serviceCons: Everything
Empire Rent A Car![Empire Rent A Car]()
3 locations in Queens
Empire Rent A Car
Locations in Queens
15-02 131 Street+1 718 539 5300
38-31 43rd Street+1 718 482 9797
76-02 Beach Channel drive+1 718 353 6848
Recent reviews
All Car![All Car]()
1 location in Queens
All Car
Locations in Queens
96-18c 63rd Drive347-226-6939
Recent reviews
Eagle Rent A Car![Eagle Rent A Car]()
1 location in Queens
Eagle Rent A Car
Locations in Queens
164-01 Crossbay Blvd
Recent reviews
Europcar![Europcar]()
1 location in Queens
Europcar
Locations in Queens
90-05 25th Ave+1 718 424 8504
Recent reviews
U-Save![U-Save]()
1 location in Queens
U-Save
Locations in Queens
84-15 Astoria Boulevard+1 718 565 7222
Recent reviews
1079 travellers who hired a car in Queens gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3
Car hire locations in or near Queens
Good to know
Most popular agency | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | $47/day |
Good deal | $43/day |
When to book a car hire in Queens
Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches
Top tips for hiring a car in Queens
- Jaywalking, especially in residential areas, is very common throughout Queens. If you are in a residential area on a one or two-lane road, then it is even more likely to happen. Make sure you keep your eyes on road and you stay vigilant for any would-be jaywalkers that may pop out in front of you.
- Planning on picking up a hire car before heading to Queens? If your flight is to JFK International Airport, the hire desks are located on the Arrivals level in each terminal. Flying into Newark Airport instead? In that case, you will find the hire car desks at Stations P2 and P3 on the AirTrain. As for LaGuardia Airport, the hire car center is located just off-site but there are shuttles in front of Terminal A to take passengers to passengers there.
- Keep your eyes open for taxi drivers and stay out of their way. They are fearless drivers and will cross 3 or even 4 lanes of traffic if necessary. The easiest option is the path of least resistance, so simply let them drive around you and do their thing.
- Queens, like much of New York City, experiences a daily rush hour. Drivers can typically expect the morning rush hour to pick up at around 7:00 a.m. and run until 9:00 a.m., while the afternoon rush hour starts at around 4:00 p.m. and goes to 7:00 p.m. In general, the Grand Central Parkway during rush hour is one of the roads hit by congestion, so drivers are advised to avoid it if possible.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Queens for $43 or less
- Book your car hire in Queens at least 1 week before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy car hires in Queens are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Queens
One car hire company which has updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Hertz
On average a car hire in Queens costs $47 per day.
Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Queens.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Queens are Enterprise (8.4, 158 reviews), Alamo (8.3, 145 reviews), and Budget (7.0, 135 reviews).
Car hire companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Payless and Europcar.
Car hire companies onsite at Newark airport include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Car hire companies onsite at LaGuardia airport include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Advantage, Avis, Payless and Advance Car And Truck Rental.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from John F Kennedy Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Payless and Europcar.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Newark airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Alamo and Avis.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from LaGuardia airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Budget, Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, Payless and Europcar.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Economy car hire in Queens costs $44 per day, on average.
A Intermediate car hire in Queens costs $57 per day, on average.
A Mini car hire in Queens costs $55 per day, on average.
In Queens, cars are most frequently hired at Hertz 106-12 Atlantic Avenue (2 km from city centre ).
On average hiring a car in Queens costs $331 per week ($47 per day).
On average a car hire in Queens costs $1,419 per month ($47 per day).
Small and medium-sized vehicles are the most suited for driving Queens and New York in general. While larger vehicles are an option, drivers will usually find that larger vehicles are a struggle to fit into the limited parking spaces in the more crowded areas of Queens. Even medium-sized cars can be difficult to park at times, but in general they will be okay.
Visitors to New York City should know that speed limits are set at a base limit of 25 mph unless signage says otherwise. However, drivers in Queens will see a variety of speed limits above that such as 35, 45, and even sometimes 50 mph. In some of the more densely packed residential areas, there are also speed limits as low as 20 mph.
Petrol prices are on average around $2.60 per gallon in Queens. Compared to other cities in the U.S. this is slightly on the more expensive side; however, compared to Seattle’s average price of $3.00 and Salt Lake City’s average of $2.75, it definitely could be worse.
Going out to dinner? If readily available, streetside parking nearby will be your best bet. However, drivers are advised not to search too long for streetside parking as it fills up fast. Instead, if you are willing to pay for it, private parking garages are a great option as you can check their availability online in advance.