Pittsburgh car hire information
| Pick-up location | Pittsburgh |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 39 |
| Airport locations | 13 |
| Popular agencies | Avis, Dollar, Sixt, Budget |
Cheap car rentals in Pittsburgh
| Compact | ₹ 2,867/day |
| Intermediate | ₹ 6,878/day |
| Standard | ₹ 5,086/day |
| Full-size | ₹ 3,562/day |
| Minivan | ₹ 7,873/day |
| Full-size SUV | ₹ 9,317/day |
| Pick-up truck | ₹ 6,233/day |
| Premium SUV | ₹ 9,605/day |
| Standard SUV | ₹ 6,449/day |
| Intermediate SUV | ₹ 8,065/day |
Top tips for hiring 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 rental 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 rental service desks from companies like Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz located at the Baggage Claim area in the Landside Terminal, a rental 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).
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Pittsburgh for ₹ 4,972 or less
- Book your rental car in Pittsburgh at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Pittsburgh are around 38% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Pittsburgh car rental reviews and directory
Payless
8.6
Very Good
209 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.6
One location in Pittsburgh
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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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
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
Nov 2019
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VeryCons:
Easy, quick and convenient!4.8 Mediocre
Sep 2019
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Vehicle stunk from cigarettes and the windshield was clouded with residue8.8 Very Good
Sep 2019
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Drop off took a while. Only one guy working, and he was slow. Almost missed our flight.8.4 Very Good
Sep 2019
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Staff was good even tho there were IT probs.Cons:
Solving IT probs.Alamo
8.5
Very Good
205 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
7.9
One location in Pittsburgh
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Very fast pick up and delivery. Friendly staff.Cons:
Nothing9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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YesCons:
Nothing, everything was great10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
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Pickup and drop off was quick and easy.2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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My flight was delayed and when I called I was informed that the counter would stay open for me. Upon arrival, they were closed. When I called I was informed that the prior representative I spoke to before my flight left didn't get my flight information. I went with a different company and we were able to enjoy our trip!!10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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I reserved online for a cadillac or similar model. When I got there there were three to choose from and I selected the Cadillac SUV. Great service too.7.2 Good
Jun 2018
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Car was clean and functional. The on-site staff was friendly.Cons:
I needed to extend the rental agreement by several days (3) due to a family hospital visit/illness. Despite the extra days of charges listed on the contract at $63 base per day, Alamo tried to jack up the base rate to $105 per day. How about honoring a contract? turned the car back in and used Uber instead on principal alone.Dollar
7.7
Good
169 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.5
One location in Pittsburgh
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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We did not get a car from them as the store had no vehicles despite accepting our confirmed booking.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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First two cars were not clean third car broke down. Had to spend 1+ hours on two phone calls to get replacement. Overall- won’t rent from them again.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Staff was goodCons:
Better car. The car was a piece of garbage10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Smooth transactionCons:
Weather8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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YesCons:
THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME EVER USING DOLLAR RENTAL. For the compact car, I thought the price was way to high. Also, I reserved and paid for the car with a major credit card online, when I got to the counter I was informed that there was a $200 hold fee. I did not have enough credit on my major card I was told to bring at pick up so I had to use my visa debit card and there was a $500 hold. JUST RIDICULOS!!!8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Car needed a front plate I could have been told drop off closed at 3pmEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.1
Good
145 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.2
11 locations in Pittsburgh
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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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
Nov 2020
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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.6.4 Okay
Oct 2020
Pros:
The priceCons:
The vehicle that was found and reserved through Kayak was not actually available at the location. Offered an alternate minivan at same price, but it would have cost more in gas for me to use it. Had to find another location that had the appropriate size vehicle and would honor the Kayak price. Original location was not helpful in finding another as they stated that each location was individually owned/operated and they couldn't guarantee anything.7.6 Good
Oct 2020
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Vehicle was very dirty on outside. Windshield very dirty on inside. For the money you pay for a “premium” SUV, it should be clean. I had to take it to a car wash and shine the tires.5.6 Fair
Oct 2020
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There are very few agents, rental counter at Pittsburgh this closed and the signs directing you to the competitor counter to check in are not clear. Then you wait outside for 30mins to be helped to your car. It took 90 mins for me to get from baggage claim to leaving the rental car garage.9.2 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Good experience all around except van was dirty inside. With vivid was confused why. Cleaned and swept vehicle myself before loading and driving.Cons:
See aboveBudget
6.6
Okay
145 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.4
6 locations in Pittsburgh
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Staff at PIT and BWI were very helpful.Cons:
There was no antennae on the car. I picked it up at PIT that way. Did not realize it was missing until I reached my destination. Also, the passenger window did not work. Lastly, the Budget office was not open when I returned the car. I drove around BWI for 30 minutes trying to figure where and how to return the car. Turns out I was to return it at the AVIS drop-off. No instructions advised of that change. Very disappointing.6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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Getting a hold of and agent at the airport called several time in the day and line was busy.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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PerfectCons:
Everything was easy and no hassles.2.0 Poor
Jun 2020
Pros:
Nope. NothingCons:
They were closed!!! when I arrived to pick it up. My time was 9pm pickup. No one at the counter. Sign stated they closed at 8pm. NOT Budgets fault. This ball was dropped by Kayak6.0 Okay
Dec 2019
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Angelo is greatCons:
The prices are way to high for someone who rents by the week4.8 Mediocre
Dec 2019
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Quick pickup and drop off. Price not bad.Cons:
Our SUV was filthy and smelled dirty.Hertz
6.5
Okay
225 reviewsCheapest deal
Most popular
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
7 locations in Pittsburgh
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
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8.0 Very Good
Nov 2022
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
Avis
6.8
Okay
68 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.7
5 locations in Pittsburgh
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10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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I came back a bit worry because there was no body to give the car to and we saw several living it in a line at Avis so we did toCons:
I know it is a bit difficult to have some one at 4:20 am at the airport so you could feel a bit more secure about the deliver of the car10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
Pros:
Personable staff at pickup & drop off. Easy drop off procedure. No hard sell on upgrades/options at pick up.Cons:
More options for available vehicles in the class reserved.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
Pros:
The Staff was fine. The problem was that the rental car reservation was for a different place than the Pittsburgh airport where we needed it. I do not know how this happened. The result is that I had to cancel the reservation and rent from a competitor who offered a much better rate than Avis.Cons:
Since this type of error happens frequently, I think the staff should be prepared for it and supply a competitive rate to rent the car.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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Pick up staff was helpful but drop off worst staff at Airport reception.9.6 Wonderful
Nov 2017
Pros:
Pretty seamless pick up and drop off even though it was busy.Cons:
Rates seemed a little high for a Pittsburgh rental. It was a Holiday weekend but comparing to the same time last year it was high.Sixt
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Pittsburgh
National
8.2
Very Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
7.6
One location in Pittsburgh
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7.6 Good
Aug 2017
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Was upgraded to a great car, an Audi Q3 SUV. Made the long drive from Pittsburgh to Boston pretty comfortable. Thanks for that.Cons:
There was no ticket agent at the National counter at 6AM. Had to go out to the garage to find someone.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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Checking in at the counter was super easy - drivers license, a question about fueling the car and another about insurance and we were done at the counter! No pressure to ourchas ethe insurance. Easy access to the car out of one of the airport doors. Had a couple of minivans to choose from. Returning the car was even easier, pull in, let them check the mileage and the fuel level, and receipt in hand. They had luggage carts for us to use at no charge. Highly recommend!10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
1.9 Poor
Oct 2021
Easirent
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2 locations in Pittsburgh
Thrifty
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2 locations in Pittsburgh
Sunnycars
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One location in Pittsburgh
1178 travellers who rented a car in Pittsburgh gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3
Car hire locations in or near Pittsburgh
Good to know
Most popular agency | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | ₹ 5,680/day |
Good deal | ₹ 4,972/day |
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