Pittsburgh car rentals

Some car rental companies in Pittsburgh which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Dollar, Thrifty and Avis

On average a hire car in Pittsburgh costs C$ 68 per day.

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Pittsburgh are Alamo (8.9, 317 reviews), Payless (8.5, 288 reviews), and Enterprise (8.0, 263 reviews).

The average gas price in Pittsburgh is C$ 4.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 50 and C$ 66, depending on the car size.

Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Pittsburgh.

Car rental companies onsite at Pittsburgh airport include Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Pittsburgh airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Economy car rental in Pittsburgh costs C$ 70 per day, on average.

A Intermediate car rental in Pittsburgh costs C$ 63 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Pittsburgh costs C$ 60 per day, on average.

In Pittsburgh, cars are most frequently rented at Thrifty 1000 Airport Blvd (11 km from city centre ).

On average a rental car in Pittsburgh costs C$ 475 per week (C$ 68 per day).

On average a rental car in Pittsburgh costs C$ 2,036 per month (C$ 68 per day).

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.

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.

Pittsburgh does not have the cheapest gas with its average price of $3 per gallon. However, if opting for gas stations like Sam’s Club or Flying J, prices may go as low as $2.70 per gallon. Prices can vary and also get higher, especially when heading into the holiday seasons.

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.