Book New York car rentals from $41

With almost endless beautiful highways and open roads, many travelers choose to turn their New York vacations into driving adventures. If you're planning a road trip of epic proportions, you'll want to know which cities to add to your to-do list. Here are the most popular regions to explore in this beautiful place:

• Buffalo (population of 258,100)
• Rochester (population of 209,800)
• Syracuse (population of 144,100)
• Albany (population of 98,500)

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• Use our nifty filter tool to point you toward the hottest car rental deals around — then compare the prices;
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• Broaden your search to include both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off office locations to make sure you're receiving the cheapest price around;
• If you're flexible with your schedule, change your dates to find better prices on different days of the week;
• So you don't end up paying for an extra day or a late fee, aim to keep your pickup and drop-off times the same;
• Some places reward you for prepaying — watch out for these money-saving deals;
• It's best to book as soon as your vacation dates are confirmed. The early bird catches the worm!

Who needs all those extra bells and whistles? Economy cars are the most popular type of rental car in New York, and for many good reasons. You'll enjoy incredible fuel economy as you cruise down the streets of Buffalo and Rochester in this small vehicle. They're efficient, a cinch to park, and most importantly, easy on the hip pocket.New York is famous for its rocky coastlines, mountains, and lakes. Many eager adventurers leave the city to check out those picturesque vistas. If that sounds tempting, book an SUV or a full-size car. Even if you don't think you'll travel off-road, you'll value that extra space.