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Here are the most popular types of rental car you can pick up from a point near you in the next 30 days.

Fullsize

4-5 doors
54
From
SAR 168
per day

Compact

4-5 doors
53
From
SAR 172
per day

Intermediate

4-5 doors
54
From
SAR 172
per day

Economy

4-5 doors
42
From
SAR 179
per day

Mini

4-5 doors
41
From
SAR 223
per day

Premium

Pickup
52
From
SAR 226
per day
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How did we find these car hire deals? We scanned through heaps of top New York car hire providers to and these are the lowest Upper East Side car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

Nearby neighbourhoods

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Upper Manhattan

From
SAR 168
per day

East Harlem

From
SAR 168
per day

Roosevelt Island

From
SAR 168
per day

Carnegie Hill

From
SAR 168
per day

Queens

From
SAR 168
per day

Yorkville

From
SAR 168
per day

Upper Manhattan

From
SAR 168
per day

East Harlem

From
SAR 168
per day

Roosevelt Island

From
SAR 168
per day

Carnegie Hill

From
SAR 168
per day

Queens

From
SAR 168
per day

Yorkville

From
SAR 168
per day
These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in New York: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in New York.
Most visitors can use their regular licence. If it isn’t in English, bring an International Driving Permit (IDP). Rental companies also check that your ID matches your booking and payment card.
Navigating city driving
New York has busy avenues, one-way streets and fast traffic.
Navigation apps help you follow the grid and avoid congestion. Driving is easier outside Manhattan, while central streets slow during peak hours or major events.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Several bridges and tunnels around New York have tolls.
Most tolls are electronic and billed to your rental car. There are no emissions zones, but traffic varies widely depending on the time and where you are in the city.
Parking your car in New York
Parking is limited in Manhattan, so car parks are easiest.
Street spaces are scarce and often have strict time limits. Public car parks and garages offer more reliable access. Parking outside Manhattan is simpler, but you may need to walk a short distance to your destination.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in New York are widespread.
Petrol stations are common outside central Manhattan. Charging points are increasing across the city, especially in car parks. Apps like PlugShare help you check availability.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are assertive, especially in central areas.
Expect quick lane changes, busy junctions and frequent horn use. Keep a safe gap, signal clearly, stay alert at crossings and watch for taxis and delivery vehicles stopping suddenly at the kerb.
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Top car rental companies in Upper East Side

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Payless
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Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 175per day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Dollar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 175per day
Sixt
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 180per day
Ace Rental Cars
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Payless
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 175per day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Dollar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 175per day
Sixt
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
SAR 180per day
Ace Rental Cars
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection

Hiring a car in Upper East Side: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire providerAvis
Most popular carIntermediate
Cheapest price foundSAR 168 per day
Cheapest month to rentOctober

Hiring a car in Upper East Side: Frequently asked questions

Renting a car in Upper East Side is easy with Skyscanner. Just enter your travel dates to compare prices from trusted providers. Once you’ve found the best deal, book your car hire and hit the road with confidence.
On average, hiring a car in Upper East Side will set you back around SAR 554 per day or SAR 876 per week.
The cheapest car to rent in Upper East Side is an intermediate SUV.
The most popular car to rent in Upper East Side is Intermediate/Standard, SUV.
We scan the internet for all kinds of vehicle rental deals – including vans. You can even find deals on motor homes or passenger vans, too.
The cheapest car hire companies in Upper East Side are currently Avis and Thrifty.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Upper East Side is currently April.
On average, around SAR 876. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Upper East Side is SAR 730.
Yes - since many people need to rent a car for moving homes or day trips, most car rental companies in Upper East Side offer a flat rate for hire per day. You'll usually have have to drop it back within 24 hours of picking it up to avoid any extra charges.
Yes – you can pick up Avis hire cars from Upper East Side – find a pick-up location on our Upper East Side map.
Yes – you can pick up Budget hire cars from Upper East Side – find a pick-up location on our Upper East Side map.
Yes – you can pick up Turo hire cars from Upper East Side – find a pick-up location on our Upper East Side map.
Yes – you can usually find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select 'Return car to a different location' when you search for car hire in Upper East Side on Skyscanner.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Upper East Side for a whole month is SAR 7,530. But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
Other travellers in Upper East Side rated Payless as the best overall in terms of overall experience.
Avis often has the cheapest car hire deals in Upper East Side. You should also look out for car hire deals that have a fair fuel policy – for example, a full tank of fuel on pick-up, to full tank of fuel on return.
Most car rental providers allow anyone under 25 to rent a car as long as the provide a valid drivers license and the correct documentation. It could cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car in Upper East Side is SAR 179 per day. The average price per day is around SAR 337.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Avis, Budget and Turo offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Most car hire companies in Upper East Side have policies that allow you to cancel your hire car booking and get a refund if you need to. Some may allow this up to a few days before your pick-up date, and some even allow changes or cancellations up to a few hours before.
Yes – van hire is available in Upper East Side.
Most major car hire companies in Upper East Side accept debit cards, but you might need to show extra documents, pay a larger deposit, or have your credit checked. Always read the company’s policy before you book to make sure they’ll accept your payment.
The number of car hire locations in an area can vary. Use Skyscanner to easily find and compare car hire in Upper East Side.
Third-party insurance is typically included as standard when you hire a car. If you want additional coverage, such as car rental excess insurance, the cost will depend on the type of car, the duration of your rental and the car hire company.

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