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Cheap car rentals in Long Island
| Economy | C$ 37/day |
| Compact | C$ 36/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 38/day |
| Standard | C$ 53/day |
| Full-size | C$ 38/day |
| Minivan | C$ 77/day |
| Full-size SUV | C$ 89/day |
| Premium | C$ 68/day |
| Luxury | C$ 100/day |
| Pick-up truck | C$ 88/day |
| Supplier choice | C$ 41/day |
| Standard SUV | C$ 53/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 61/day |
| Compact SUV | C$ 89/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Long Island
- When you are considering renting a car in Long Island, think about where you plan on spending your time during your stay. Because Long Island is over 100 miles long, you may want to choose your location carefully when you rent a car so you're not left making a long drive to get to your destination. The great thing about traveling to a place like Long Island is that you are sure to find plenty of different rental car locations to choose from. That said, most are going to be towards the western end of the island, and as you get more towards areas like Southampton and Easthampton, you will likely find fewer rental car options.
- The state of New York has specific rules regarding children riding in vehicles. Any child that is under the age of four needs to ride in a child safety seat. All children that are eight years old or younger need to ride in some sort of child restraint system. The child restraint system in question must be suitable for the child. That means it is up to the discretion of the child's parents to decide whether a child should ride in a car seat or a booster seat. While it is not illegal for a child to ride in a seat that has an active airbag in front of it, it is recommended that drivers do not do this for the safety of the child. As a general rule, the backseat is always the safest place for children to ride in a vehicle.
- Because Long Island is located so close to the Canadian border, you may wonder whether you can take your car into Canada. Most rental car companies will allow you to drive a rental car into Canada but it is best to let them know that you plan on doing this so that they can provide you an insurance card for driving in Canada. There are also some rental car companies that will allow you to make a one-way rental to cities inside of Canada.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Long Island for C$ 77 or less
- Book your rental car in Long Island at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Long Island are around 125% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Mini rental cars in Long Island are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Long Island
Should I rent a car in Long Island?
The choice on whether or not to rent a car when you are in Long Island really depends on where you plan on traveling, how many people you plan on taking, and how much stuff you will have with you. If you are a solo traveler, you most certainly can get away with not renting a car because there are plenty of public transportation options throughout Long Island. That said if you are part of a large group, such as if you were taking your family on a vacation, the most convenient way to travel is going to be in a rental car that suits the needs of your group. This is going to be especially true if you plan on partaking in some of the great outdoor activities you will find on Long Island during your stay.
What is driving like in Long Island?
Driving on Long Island in the state of New York is not much different than any other state in the United States in so much that you will be driving on the right side of the road and the speeds posted will be in miles per hour. There are a couple of specific rules and regulations to consider when you drive here. As an example, you cannot pass a sanitation truck even if the truck is moving slower than you. You may not turn on red lights unless there is a sign indicating that it's OK to do so. You can only use your phone hands-free while you drive as well.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Long Island?
Rental car companies on Long Island will expect renters to be at least eighteen years old to rent a car. For those renters that are younger than twenty five years old, you may incur a surcharge on your rental. Also, for those that are younger than twenty five years old, there may be limits to the type of car you can rent. If you want to use a debit card to rent a car, you will also need to be twenty five years old to do so.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Long Island?
On average a rental car in Long Island costs C$ 93 per day.
What is the most popular rental car in Long Island?
Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Long Island.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Long Island?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Ace (C$ 36/day), Ace Rent-a-Car (C$ 38/day) and Sixt (C$ 60/day).
What is the best rental car company in Long Island?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Long Island are National (8.4, 92 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2, 442 reviews), and Alamo (8.2, 334 reviews).
How can I find car rentals near me in Long Island?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Where should I rent a car in Long Island?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Long Island are New York (92% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Long Island), Brooklyn (4%) and Jersey City (3%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Long Island?
On average a rental car in Long Island costs C$ 709 per week (C$ 101 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Long Island?
On average a rental car in Long Island costs C$ 3,040 per month (C$ 101 per day).
Car rental locations in Long Island
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Long Island
61 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Long Island
50 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Long Island
23 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Long Island
17 Locations
Empire Rent A Car car rental locations in Long Island
12 Locations
All Car car rental locations in Long Island
10 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Long Island
10 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in Long Island
9 Locations
National car rental locations in Long Island
7 Locations
Ace car rental locations in Long Island
6 Locations
Ace Rental Cars car rental locations in Long Island
6 Locations
Alamo car rental locations in Long Island
6 Locations
Good to know
Most popular agency | Thrifty |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Mini |
Average price | C$ 101/day |
Good deal | C$ 77/day |