Pittsburgh car rentals from $39/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.

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.

On average a rental car in Pittsburgh costs $66 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Pittsburgh found in the last 2 weeks is $54.

The only car rental company onsite at Pittsburgh airport is Thrifty.

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

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

A Standard car rental in Pittsburgh costs $87 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Pittsburgh costs $71 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Pittsburgh costs $91 per day, on average.

In Pittsburgh, cars are most frequently rented at Thrifty 5634 Baum Boulevard (3 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Pittsburgh offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Pittsburgh, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 12 car rental agencies in Pittsburgh.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Pittsburgh so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

When driving in Pittsburgh, you should keep an eye out for school zones, residential districts, and active work areas. You should maintain a speed of not more than 15mph in school and work zones. In residential districts, you should maintain a speed of less than 25mph. Traffic officers are usually in large numbers in these zones. Hence, it’s best to be on your best behavior.

You can find a place to park the car your hire from a cheap car rental in Pittsburgh quite easily, as Pittsburgh is full of parking garages that offer secure and affordable parking garages. Sixt and Penn Garage, found at 546 Pennsylvania Avenue; Gateway Towers Garage Valet at 320 Fort Duquesne Boulevard; and US Steel Tower Garage, situated on 600 Grant Street, are some of the notable garages you can park your rental car. Before leaving your Pittsburgh car rental, ask one of its representatives to recommend garages you can park at while in the city.