KAYAK’s insights & trends for Long Island car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Long Island with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Long Island?
You should book your rental car in Long Island around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Long Island?
Rentals in the Medium category (Nissan Rogue or similar) are the most popular option in Long Island, costing $82/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $19/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Long Island?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Long Island is January at an average cost of $55/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Long Island when prices are $106/day on average, which tends to be 43% above the yearly average rental price for Long Island.
Long Island car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Long Island by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$41 - $95
All Car Types
$77 - $120
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Long Island?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Long Island?
Small car rentals in Long Island typically cost around $66 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average $41 per day which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 32% cheaper than the average rental in Long Island, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Long Island typically cost around $76 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $57 per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 21% cheaper than the average rental in Long Island, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Long Island typically cost around $82 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $58 per day which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 15% cheaper than the average rental in Long Island, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Long Island typically cost around $91 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $72 per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 6% cheaper than the average rental in Long Island, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van rentals in Long Island typically cost around $123 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $85 per day which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 22% more expensive than the average rental in Long Island, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Long Island typically cost around $77 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $54 per day which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 20% cheaper than the average rental in Long Island, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Long Island typically cost around $136 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $101 per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 30% more expensive than the average rental in Long Island, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Long Island typically cost around $136 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $102 per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 30% more expensive than the average rental in Long Island, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
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Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Turo
Medium
$80/day
$58/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 $58 or less
Small rental cars in Long Island are around 53% 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 $80 per day.
How can I find car rentals near me in Long Island?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Long Island are New York (86% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Long Island), Bronx (4%) and Jersey City (4%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Long Island?
On average a rental car in Long Island costs $559 per week ($80 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 $2,396 per month ($80 per day).
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