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Cheap car hire in Long Island

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
S$ 43/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
S$ 40/day
Kia Optima car
Kia Optima
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
S$ 40/day
Chevrolet Cruze car
Chevrolet Cruze
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
S$ 40/day
Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
M
S$ 43/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
S$ 65/day
Nissan Pathfinder car
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
S$ 71/day
Ford Taurus car
Ford Taurus
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
S$ 44/day
Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
S$ 129/day
Honda Pilot car
Honda Pilot
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
S$ 70/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
S$ 42/day
Hyundai Venue car
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
S$ 45/day
Jeep Cherokee car
Jeep Cherokee
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
S$ 47/day
Volkswagen Tiguan car
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
S$ 50/day
BMW X7 car
BMW X7
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
S$ 159/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Hertz
Large
S$ 94/day
S$ 43/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Long Island car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire 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?

Hires in the SUV category (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular option in Long Island, costing S$ 121/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as S$ 64/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Long Island?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Long Island is January at an average cost of S$ 62/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Long Island when prices are S$ 124/day on average, which tends to be 86% above the yearly average hire price for Long Island.

Top tips for hiring a car in Long Island

  • With Long Island car hire, you’ll need to take road rules into consideration. The maximum blood alcohol level allowed is 0.08% and the States have a zero-tolerance policy if caught beyond this limit. If you’re with children, make sure you hire appropriate age car seats, including booster seats for older children. Don’t speak on your phone while driving or wear headphones. It’s advisable to hire a Sat Nav from your car hire agency before you embark on a Long Island road trip.
  • Long Island is infamous for congested motorways. Being just outside metro New York leads to backed-up traffic extending beyond rush hour peaks times at 07:00 to 09:00 and again at 15:00 to 18:30. This is where Sat Navs come in handy, helping you detect traffic jams before you get stuck in them. There are also several motorways on Long Island and despite the speed limit of 55 mph (89 km), traffic often reaches 80 mph (129 km). Long Island has some dangerous roads, including the Long Island Expressway, so it’s important to stick to the speed limits. If remaining local and not crossing into metro New York, you will find driving on the island a lot less stressful.
  • When deciding what vehicle to hire in Long Island, let taste be your guide. The actual island is small, easy to get around, and doesn’t require a car with high-performance qualities. In fact, if you are going to be driving into New York City, you will do better with a small economy car that will handle the congestion easily. If remaining close to the coastal regions of the island, you may wish to enjoy the spoils of a convertible. Long Island has some of the most beautiful beaches in the US, best enjoyed with the wind in your hair. The island itself is very flat, making all car types suitable.
  • When paying for your car hire in Long Island, you will find that most car hire companies want the transaction paid for with a credit card. The card will need to  be in the name of the person hiring the car and not a benefactor. Debit cards are sometimes accepted. Larger companies like SIXT, Avis, Hertz, Budget and Enterprise will allow it in most cases, depending on the branch location. Ensure you read the terms and conditions to make sure your card applies.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Long Island for S$ 43 or less
  • Small rental cars in Long Island are around 49% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Long Island

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Long Island?

    On average a car hire in Long Island costs S$ 94 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Long Island?

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

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Long Island?

    On average a car hire in Long Island costs S$ 655 per week (S$ 94 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Long Island?

    On average a car hire in Long Island costs S$ 2,808 per month (S$ 94 per day).

  • Should I hire a car in Long Island?

    Long Island car hire will make your life much easier when visiting this coastal neighbourhood of Queens. Car is the easiest way to navigate the area, as there’s only one train station per town and many beaches cannot be reached by public transportation. With some of the best coastline in America, including the famous Hamptons, it’s a holiday paradise for many tourists that enjoy the finer things in life. Apart from glorious beaches, Long Island also offers world-class wineries, excellent dining, museums, galleries and more. At about 120 miles in length, the entire island can be driven in under 3 hours from Nassau County to Montauk.

  • What is driving like in Long Island?

    Long Island is a hot tourist spot, which means that drivers come from all over the world to grace its roads. While winding coastlines and wealthy suburbs may lead to scenic drives, typical New York drivers commuting from Long Island tend to be more aggressive, leading to the inevitable road rage that the major motorways cause. Stay calm, and driving should be a pleasure. Interstate 495 will require you to pay a toll to get into Queens and if you are visiting in winter, please be aware of snow and black ice on the roads.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Long Island?

    When hiring an economy vehicle in the US, you can be as young as 18 years old. There is a young driver’s fee of roughly $24 (£19) per day if under 21 years of age. You’ll need to present your driving licence when collecting the vehicle. As a UK driver, you should be able to present your home licence, but some car hire agencies may ask for an International Driver’s Permit as extra assurance. 

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Long Island

    47 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Long Island

    40 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Long Island

    19 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Long Island

    15 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Long Island

    13 Locations

  • empire

    Empire Rent A Car car hire locations in Long Island

    12 Locations

  • allcar

    All Car car hire locations in Long Island

    10 Locations

  • kyte

    Kyte car hire locations in Long Island

    9 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Long Island

    9 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Long Island

    9 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Long Island

    8 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in Long Island

    7 Locations

Car rental locations in Long Island

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