Car hire at Newark Liberty Airport from £25/day

Kia Soul

or similar SMALL

£25/day

Toyota Corolla

or similar MEDIUM

£25/day

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar MEDIUM

£31/day

Toyota Camry

or similar LARGE

£30/day

Toyota Sienna

or similar VAN

£33/day

Nissan Pathfinder

or similar SUV

£38/day

Class Special Car

or similar Category

£28/day

Toyota RAV4

or similar SUV

£28/day

Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar SUV

£33/day

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Getting car hire at Newark Airport is a great way to start your trip to New Jersey. Public transport in New Jersey is more focused on travel between New Jersey and other states like New York and Philadelphia and less so on travel within the state; this makes some places difficult to access using public transport. Your own vehicle will allow you to travel freely both within Newark and into the nearby states with total flexibility.
If an easy and quick return is a priority for you then take advantage of the fact that many providers offering car hire at Newark Airport offer after-hours drop-off. If you choose this option, make sure you check the terms of the return thoroughly. Depending on whether your payment is hourly, daily, or weekly you may continue to be charged until opening the following day or for the full following day. Remember to check your vehicle thoroughly for any belongings before returning the keys and any necessary paperwork to the appropriate drop box.
Most of the providers of car hire at Newark Airport are busiest between 12:00 and 16:00 so earlier in the morning or later in the day in the evening will be the best time to pick up and drop off your vehicle to avoid long queues. Luckily, most providers have long opening hours. For example, Budget opens at 06:00 and Alamo opens at 05:00 and both are open until 00:00. For complete flexibility, Avis is open 24h a day.
Newark is a very large airport so be sure to take note of the location of your vehicle when you pick it up as you will likely need to return it to the same place. You may also wish to take note when you leave of the easiest way to get to the departures hall from the parking lot so that you can be confident in getting to your flight easily after you return your vehicle. Be aware that it is not permitted to park in front of, or next to, the terminal buildings at any time for any reason, even briefly.
25% of our users found a car hire at Newark Liberty Airport for £51 or less
Book your car hire at Newark Liberty Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

What extra services are offered by different companies?
With many major companies available at the airport there should be one with a special offer to suit your needs. Alamo offers an Accelerated Check-In where you upload your documentation online and have it verified before you go to the service counter. Thrifty offers a similar service called Thrifty Timesaver. If you would prefer to skip the counter altogether Alamo also offers self-service kiosks which will help you avoid long queues. National allows the hirer's spouse to be added as an extra driver at no extra cost.
Where are the service desks located?
Car hire at Newark Airport is located just outside the airport, but because the building is large with multiple terminals, it is easiest to take the internal train to reach them. When you arrive at the airport and collect your luggage follow the signs to the AirTrain and take it to Station P3. The train departs every three to five minutes between 05:00 and 21:00. Outside of these hours the train is replaced by a shuttle. Head to your provider's service desk or self-serve kiosk and present your documentation. Once your booking has been processed you will be directed to your vehicle at a nearby parking lot.
What documentation is required?
To pick up your Newark Airport car hire you will need a driver's licence. This can be a foreign licence as long as it is in English. If your licence is in another language, it is recommended that you obtain an International Driver's Licence which must be presented along with your normal licence. It is not always required that you present your passport, but some companies will request it, so we recommend having your passport, or another form of government-issued identification on hand.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Newark Liberty Airport?
On average a car hire at Newark Liberty Airport costs £71 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Newark Liberty Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Ace (£32/day), Turo (£41/day) and Budget (£50/day).
What is the best car hire company at Newark Liberty Airport?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies at Newark Liberty Airport are Alamo (7.8, 108 reviews), Avis (7.1, 125 reviews), and Sixt (6.5, 128 reviews).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Newark Liberty Airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Newark Liberty Airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Ace.

Avis

7.1

Good

119 reviews

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.9

One location in Newark Airport

from£39/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Road 3rd Floor

+1 973 961 4300

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Feb 2024

Rude and unprofessional agent. Charged 60% more than quoted - never again

2.0 Poor

Jan 2024

The tires on the car were very old and not winter tires. I had terrible experience and very hard time driving through the snowy weather. The car itself was very old and over used. My experience was very poor

6.0 Okay

Sept 2023

Really long lines to get the vehicle in Newark. Not a great selection.

8.0 Very Good

Sept 2023

Lines and wait were long even though prechecked. Vending machines very expensive and didn’t work.

6.0 Okay

Oct 2022

My agreement was for $405.53, my receipt said $405.53 but my credit card was charged 605.53. This is unacceptable, what is that extra $200? There is no accounting for it in the receipt, I didn't check my credit card charge prior to checking out but instead used my printed receipt to check the charge. The charge hasn't officially cleared yet but I am concerned that this was a bait and switch by Avis.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

Pros:

Outside of the car was not cleaned at all. Makes it difficult to check for dents and nicks.

Cons:

clear the exterior of the car

Sixt

6.5

Okay

124 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.6

One location in Newark Airport

from£49/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Road Terminal A

+1 888 749 8227

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

I had booked a minivan but they said I had booked a midsize SUV. I showed them the Kayak note and they said I had to call Kayak. In the 2nd they didn't have a Suv and had to give us a minivan. I felt abused

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2024

Fantastic! Great rental car company. The cars, facility, staff are the best and prices were a bit pricey but fair for the quality of the experience. Definitely our new rental company.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

Employee at pickup was very helpful and personable

2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

Despite providing both Kayak and Sixt my flight arrival time into EWR, the Sixt rental counter desk was closed and I was unable to retrieve the car I had reserved and pre-paid. Fortunately, the other major rental car brand desks were open and I rented elsewhere. Thus far Sixt has resisted refunding their $400+ charge. Rent from Sixt in the US at your own risk.

2.0 Poor

Sept 2022

Avoid at all costs! I received a scratched up car and was assured it was fine by the agents. I was not provided a paper receipt when requested and now Sixt is trying to hold me accountable for a smudge (not even a scratch) on the cover of a mirror. Garbage rental car company.

2.0 Poor

Sept 2022

Three hours wait to get cars. Staff wasn’t sensitive to delays at all and no sense of urgency shown to clear queues. Nearby rental companies on the contrary were moving at lightning speed. Terrible experience overall

Budget

5.9

Fair

119 reviews

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.3

One location in Newark Airport

from£45/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Road Third Floor

+1 973 961 2990

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Jun 2024

The line to get the car was absolutely ridiculous. Lack of staff is unacceptable especially when you KNOW how many reservations you have.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2024

The new car rental at Newark is better than the old.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2024

It was an easy process to reserve vehicle and pick it up. The car was clean and drove well.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2024

I never got any emails or documents for the rental via email

2.0 Poor

Dec 2023

They refuse my reservation

2.0 Poor

Dec 2023

Awful One person working the counter at Newark International Airport and a line 10 families deep — while each transaction takes 10-20 minutes each Disrespectful to customers and the one poor employee

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3

Very Good

31 reviews

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

7.9

One location in Newark Airport

from£63/day

Locations in Newark Airport

25 Newark Airport Bldg 25

+1 844 727 2982

Monday	06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 22:00
Thursday	06:00 - 22:00
Friday	06:00 - 22:00
Saturday	06:00 - 22:00
Sunday	06:00 - 22:00

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2.0 Poor

Jun 2024

The price we were quoted was completely wrong. We paid more than twice what the quoted amount was.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2023

Both enterprise employees in Newark and in Raleigh were exceptional. Helpful, efficient, friendly and professional

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2023

Kate and Lexus were very good with me and made my experience great. I would highly commend them to if possible to the company as they provide great service.

8.0 Very Good

Apr 2021

Pros:

Can't remember. Adequate.

Cons:

Can't remember.

2.0 Poor

Feb 2021

Cons:

My car broke down in Wilmington, Delaware and I had to wait over an hour for a tow truck. The agent on the phone couldn't find any location for me to get a replacement. I called back and got a different agent who was able to get me a replacement at Philadelphia International Airport which required me to take a $60 uber.

4.0 Mediocre

Jan 2021

Cons:

I made a reservation for a particular model of car. Once I arrived, the car I reserved was not available. Not only I receive no compensation for this, but I had to pay more money in order to get an upgrade which I was not interested in but was the only thing available. What is the point of going over the reservation?

Alamo

7.8

Good

97 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.6

One location in Newark Airport

from£77/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Rd

+1 844 727 2984

Monday	00:00 - 23:5905:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:5905:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:5905:00 - 23:59
Saturday	05:00 - 23:5900:00 - 23:59
Sunday	00:00 - 23:5905:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2024

I like the self service options. It really was an in and out. Very quick.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

Excellant customer service

2.0 Poor

Dec 2023

Alamo did not allow me to get a car because they won’t take anything but credit card bookings. This should have been made clear at the offset. We spent money, time and resources to get to Newark to be disappointed. Missed our connections afterwards and everything that was planned after had to be cancelled. Super disappointing.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

Pros:

Easy and quick access to picking up and dropping off. No hassle and very timely.

4.0 Mediocre

Mar 2021

Pros:

The car was clean

Cons:

Customer service

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

Cons:

Nothing

Payless

6.3

Okay

48 reviews

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.4

One location in Newark Airport

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Road 3rd Floor

+1 973 242 2124

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
Saturday	00:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very Good

Dec 2023

Good - Easy pickup and dropoff. Could be better - Agent assigned a vehicle that was no available. The parking attendant reassigned another vehicle but it took some time and the model was different.

4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2023

The pickup and car experance was good Returning location hard ti fin

8.0 Very Good

Apr 2021

Pros:

My rental agent was wonderful.

Cons:

I’m hoping I didn’t screw up with that easy pass. I’m not sure it was open for a bridge crossing and I’m not very familiar with the whole toll and easy pass since the cashless toll system has been implemented. I could have used more info on using the easy pass. Will I get penalized?

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2020

Cons:

Shuttle service to the airport.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2020

Pros:

I did not like anything. Bad service.

Cons:

They lost the keys and the car then the wait to be seen meanwhile they are all here the attitude it’s just not a good experience at all. The person that lets you out is never there and you have to wait on them or go looking for someone it is ridiculous .

4.8 Mediocre

Oct 2019

Pros:

Took over half hour at counter as agent was incompetent. I was next in line . Agent at counter twice tried to give me a giant SUV instead of the compact I ordered. Luckily I was able to get someone in the parking area that switched me to a smaller vehicle.

Cons:

Better customer service, faster check in and better attitude

Hertz

6.1

Okay

45 reviews

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

5.9

2 locations in Newark Airport

from£55/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Rd

+1 973 621 2000

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
Friday	00:00 - 23:59
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Sunday	00:00 - 23:59

15 Brewster Road North

+1 973 624 1660

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2024

Newark rental experience was awesome. Unfortunately my rental was supposed to be picked up at Laguardia airport, and the Hertz team from LaGuardia is about the most disrespectful you could have find anywhere in the USA. They forced me to get an Uber and made me go to Newark to pick up the rental over a technicality that I was not responsible for. I spent 3 hours in the whole process, and I experienced the worse level of customer service at an airport’s Hertz rental location there at LaGuardia. Needless to say, I’m not using Hertz car rental services ever again… Sincerely, Tony Zapata.

8.0 Very Good

Feb 2024

Great but as I drove away I realized the car was not clean, Fingerprints all over the touchscreen crumbs on the floorand there was leftover food items in the back seat floor.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2022

Rental car had problems with steering and wheel alignment and with brakes. Hertz couldn’t get exchange my car after multiple complaints.

2.0 Poor

Mar 2021

Cons:

I made the reservation and paid in advance, only to find when arriving at the counter that I’ve been placed on a Do not rent ban. The staff at the counter could not tell me why or help me any further and made me call a customer service line, where I waited for 20 minutes on hold. Since I was in a time crunch, I had to walk away and rent with a different service. Why did Hertz not flag my account when I paid for my reservation in advance, instead of wasting my time when I was already ready to pick up the car? Who knows. I still have not been able to get through to their specific phone line to figure out why my account has been blocked, after calling multiple times. I last rented with Hertz a few months ago, and never received any notice about my account being blocked.

2.0 Poor

Sept 2023

Hertz had a very very old car. 64K miles on the car. Feels like I rented a someone else's old car that they borrowed me for a day. Not a good experience at all. Thumbs down

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

Service & staff were friendly & helpful, need another person to help out at the front desk.

Dollar

5.3

Fair

92 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

5.1

One location in Newark Airport

from£34/day

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Road

+1 973 824 2003

Monday	06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 22:00
Thursday	06:00 - 22:00
Friday	06:00 - 22:00
Saturday	06:00 - 22:00
Sunday	06:00 - 22:00

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2.0 Poor

Jun 2024

The pricing to pick up from the airport is ridiculous. I waited in line for almost 1 hour to pick up my car. Please hire more people & do better.

4.0 Mediocre

Nov 2023

It takes 30+ minutes to get a car when there isn’t a line.

2.0 Poor

Nov 2023

It took over 70 minutes after arrival at pick up to receive a car

2.0 Poor

Oct 2023

Totally understaffed at car pickup. Employees did their best but not enough staff for a very crowded day that they should know would be expected.

7.9 Good

Jun 2021

The price was high.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

Cons:

New airplane ticket to rent car if using debit car

National

7.7

Good

15 reviews

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

7.0

One location in Newark Airport

Locations in Newark Airport

132 Carson Rd

+1 844 727 2983

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	05:00 - 23:59
Thursday	05:00 - 23:59
Friday	05:00 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Mar 2023

The gas tank was not filled all the way and when I pointed it out to the attendant he claimed that it was…. It was a little more than 3/4 full and he didn’t want to deal with it. Will not be using this company again.

2.0 Poor

Oct 2020

Pros:

Their customer service was really very good. Unfortunately they had no cars to honour the booking. They did try to help and we're very willing to do so. But there were no cars.

Cons:

Have more cars.

8.8 Very Good

Nov 2019

Pros:

Quick and pretty easy process

Cons:

Confusion when picking up car - it was origami given to another couple and then they were told to get out and give the car to me (with no explanation)

8.4 Very Good

Oct 2019

Pros:

Staff at Newark was excellent. Beautiful van and nice ride.

Cons:

The price for less than 24 hours was quite pricey.

9.6 Wonderful

Oct 2019

Pros:

Pick up and drop off were both super easy. Everything went smoothly. No complaints.

Cons:

I always like a cheaper deal, but this was the cheapest option i could find

9.6 Wonderful

Aug 2019

Pros:

The customer service was excellent I really appreciated the help given to me by your employee HAAS.

Silvercar

7.6

Good

9 reviews

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

7.5

One location in Newark Airport

Locations in Newark Airport

98 Frelinghuysen Ave

+1 855 359 2227

Monday	08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 19:00
Thursday	08:00 - 19:00
Friday	08:00 - 19:00
Saturday	08:00 - 19:00
Sunday	08:00 - 19:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2020

Pros:

Helpful staff, attentive, and the car was great!

Cons:

I had an overall great experience!

4.4 Mediocre

Dec 2019

Pros:

Nice car but not enough explanation on how to operate the features of the car.

Cons:

Getting to the rental location was difficult, no clear direction on where and how to get a pick up. Everything is on an app. and that is a pain if you phone is no working well.

5.2 Fair

Nov 2019

Cons:

Please ensure that u add additional time to your booking in the beginning itself. They charged me for 2 whole additional days for returning the car about 3 hours late. Also, the Audi Q3 is not the best option for a long drive. The car hydroplaned massively on wet road conditions in upstate NY. Seat quality and ride quality left a whole lot to be desired. Overall, I’m extremely disappointed. Wouldn’t be recommending.

9.2 Wonderful

Oct 2019

Pros:

The great Audi A5 and the quick/convenient pickup and drop off.

Cons:

The App is essential and I was only recommended to get it ahead of time. Tell the customer that it is required, so they will have all info loaded ahead of time.

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2019

Pros:

Staff was super friendly, helpful, and accommodating.

Cons:

The cost is high high, but it was expected. The pick-up spot gate was closed and there is no parking for those who come with a car.

3.6 Poor

Sept 2018

Cons:

Attendant at location was unprofessional, unhelpful, and rude enough that I opted to cancel my reservation and make other arrangements. I can't say anything about the vehicle itself since I was never in it.

Advantage

5.6

Fair

11 reviews

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

5.8

One location in Newark Airport

Locations in Newark Airport

36 Carson Road Bldg 36 Station P2

+1 973 623 4989

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
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6.4 Okay

Oct 2019

Cons:

Pickup process is terrible

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2019

Pros:

The woman who worked with me at the counter could not have been nicer. The car was literally right around the corner and ready to go

Cons:

It took forever to get to the car rental counter at Newark! Like 30+ minutes

8.0 Very Good

Sept 2019

Pros:

Easy drop-off, nice car

Cons:

Not the friendliest staff at pick-up or drop-off, tires needed air

8.0 Very Good

Sept 2019

Pros:

Yes. Staff was friendly and drop off was easy.

Cons:

It was pretty good

2.8 Poor

Sept 2019

Pros:

I was able to get a car same day

Cons:

Just about everything. First car had rock damage to the windshield and I was asked to sign off on the existing damage to the car prior to inspecting. The entire facility is trashy and dirty. The worst part is the EZpass charge. Because of the EZpass charge alone, I will not rent from advantage again

5.6 Fair

Sept 2019

Cons:

Old car 50k miles with strange smell

Economy Rent a Car

5.6

Fair

1 review

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Newark Airport

Locations in Newark Airport

Newark Liberty Airport

+1 973 642 0008

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