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Allentown, PA, United States
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Allentown, PA, United States
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Car hire insight and trends in Allentown

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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Allentown?

The cheapest car hire in Allentown are generally found through Thrifty. When booking with Thrifty, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as €36/day. The average price to hire a car in Allentown is €36/day.

What car do most people hire in Allentown?

Most momondo users will hire the Chrysler Pacifica in Allentown, though hiring the Nissan Rogue is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in hiring the Chrysler Pacifica, prices are €86 per day on average. Some users have found Chrysler Pacifica hire deals in Allentown for as low as €44 per day. Nissan Rogue hire in Allentown is €51 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at €36 per day.

Important information about Allentown car hire

Rental cars in Allentown provide a great way for tourists to get around and explore the best that the town has to offer. Depending on what’s on your itinerary for Allentown, you can visit iconic attractions such as Allentown Rose Garden and PPL Center, among others, with ease because you have an Allentown rental car. It is, however, worth mentioning that some of the major roads and highways in Allentown can be busy during peak hours which tend to be around morning and early evenings, so be sure to factor that into your plans to avoid potential delays. On matters concerning street parking, it is quite easy to find a spot for your car, although a majority of the spaces are metered. That considered, we can say it is definitely going to benefit you renting a car in Allentown, and you can easily find a cheap car rental in Allentown from about a dozen rental car locations around town.

Is it worthwhile renting a car while visiting Allentown?

Allentown is partially walkable in the sense that you can easily get around the city centre without requiring a car, but the trouble comes in when you want to go to the suburbs and other places outside the Allentown city centre. This is where hired cars in Allentown come in handy because they enable you to move in and out of the city with ease, and you can even visit some other interesting places outside of town, such as Merril Creek Reservoir and Oxford Furnace Lake in Washington, which is just under an hour’s drive from Allentown. Street parking in Allentown is quite easy to find, although a majority of the spaces are metered. In light of all this, we can say it is definitely worthwhile renting a car in Allentown, and you can easily find a cheap car rental in Allentown from the dozens of rental car locations around town.

What different driving laws should I keep in mind when driving in Allentown?

Before you get rental cars in Allentown, you ought to familiarise yourself with the various traffic laws unique to the state of Pennsylvania. For starters, they have outlined three different levels of DUI whereby there’s a general impairment which is anything from 0.8 to .099% BAC, then high BAC, which ranges from .10 to .159%, and lastly highest BAC, which is anything above .16%. Each of these violations carries a strict penalty, and the higher the level of impairment, the higher the penalty. Also, drivers are urged to stay alert while driving in Allentown, especially the city centre, because there are plenty of pedestrians and cyclists sharing the road. To stay on the right side of the law and avoid getting into trouble, it would be best if you looked up the traffic laws as stipulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles.

What kind of driving license do you need to hire a car in Allentown?

To be able to drive any hired cars in Allentown, including electric car rentals and even people carrier rentals, you should provide a valid driving license issued by any state DMV, or Canada. The license should have a photo ID and shouldn’t expire before the rental agreement period is over. As for citizens from outside the US and Canada, your domestic license should be enough, provided it’s written in the Roman alphabet. If not, you will need an international driver’s permit as well as a valid passport expiring after the rental agreement period.


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Allentown car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
34 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Hertz

6.1
Okay
44 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.3

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

8.2
Very Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.8

Avis

7.9
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.6
Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.4

Thrifty

7.6
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Hire a car near one of these popular hotels in Allentown

Below are the most popular hotels in Allentown
Days Hotel by Wyndham Allentown Airport / Lehigh Valley

Days Hotel by Wyndham Allentown Airport / Lehigh Valley

3400 Airport Road, Allentown, PA, United States

7.0 km from city centre

Super 8 by Wyndham Allentown

Super 8 by Wyndham Allentown

1033 Airport Road, Allentown, PA, United States

3.5 km from city centre

Hilton Garden Inn Allentown Bethlehem Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Allentown Bethlehem Airport

1787-B Airport Road, Allentown, PA, United States

4.9 km from city centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Allentown Dorney Hotel & Suites

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Allentown Dorney Hotel & Suites

3220 Hamilton Boulevard, Allentown, PA, United States

5.2 km from city centre

Four Points by Sheraton Allentown Lehigh Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Allentown Lehigh Valley

3712 Hamilton Boulevard, Allentown, PA, United States

5.9 km from city centre

Holiday Inn Express Allentown North

Holiday Inn Express Allentown North

1715 Plaza Lane, Allentown, PA, United States

3.6 km from city centre

Holiday Inn Allentown-Bethlehem

Holiday Inn Allentown-Bethlehem

4325 Hamilton Boulevard, Allentown, PA, United States

7.1 km from city centre

Knights Inn & Suites Allentown

Knights Inn & Suites Allentown

1880 Steelstone Road, Allentown, PA, United States

5.0 km from city centre

Staybridge Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport

Staybridge Suites Allentown Bethlehem Airport

1787A Airport Road, Allentown, PA, United States

4.9 km from city centre

The Americus Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Americus Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

555 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA, United States

0.0 km from city centre

Sleep Inn Allentown-Fogelsville

Sleep Inn Allentown-Fogelsville

327 Star Road, Allentown, PA, United States

13.1 km from city centre

Woodspring Suites Allentown

Woodspring Suites Allentown

5518 Oakview Drive, Allentown, PA, United States

10.0 km from city centre

Parkview Inn and Conference Center

Parkview Inn and Conference Center

1151 Bulldog Drive, Allentown, PA, United States

7.6 km from city centre

Allentown Park Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

Allentown Park Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

7471 Keebler Way, Allentown, PA, United States

13.0 km from city centre

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Allentown West

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Allentown West

5630 Tilghman Street, Allentown, PA, United States

10.0 km from city centre

Comfort Inn Lehigh Valley West

Comfort Inn Lehigh Valley West

7625 Imperial Way, Allentown, PA, United States

13.3 km from city centre

Red Roof Inn Allentown Airport

Red Roof Inn Allentown Airport

1846 Catasauqua Road, Allentown, PA, United States

5.1 km from city centre

Red Roof Inn Allentown South

Red Roof Inn Allentown South

2650 Moravian Avenue, Allentown, PA, United States

4.3 km from city centre


Driving with a car hire in Allentown - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Allentown so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Allentown, Pennsylvania car hire?

The majority of the Allentown car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Allentown such as Budget, National, and Alamo often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the best type of car to hire in Allentown during April?

A Standard is the ideal car to hire when visiting Allentown in April. On average, Allentown receives 104 mm of precipitation and temperatures hover around 16 °C during the month of April. These conditions are well-suited for a Standard size car, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Hiring a Standard in Allentown will cost you €42/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

If you are hiring a vehicle in Allentown, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 40 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Allentown will generally have a speed limit of 120 km/h. If you are travelling on a motorway in Allentown, then the speed limit is 120 km/h.

What car hire company has the Chrysler 300 in Allentown?

What is the weather like in Allentown, PA in March?

Those looking for a hire car in Allentown during the month of March should expect temperatures to be around 4 °C and should expect around 86 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Allentown similar to the rest of Pennsylvania?

If you’re looking for a Allentown hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of March it’s important to know that the rest of Pennsylvania typically has a temperature of 5 °C and will usually expect 85.7 mm of precipitation.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Allentown?

Prices for cars in Allentown were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Allentown?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Allentown?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Allentown. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Allentown?

To hire a car in Allentown, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Allentown?

You should book a car hire in Allentown using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Allentown?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Allentown by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Allentown with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for Allentown and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Allentown on momondo?

Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for hire cars in Allentown on momondo.

Can I find a car hire in Allentown which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Allentown.

Can I search for car hire in Allentown with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Allentown.


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