Car Rental at Newark Airport
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Economy
Kia Rio
or similar
$48.04
per day
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar
$62.98
per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar
$63.20
per day
Compact
Kia Soul
or similar
$69.54
per day
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Intermediate
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$72.98
per day
Premium
Premium (BMW 2 Series)
or similar
$83.34
per day
Standard Elite SUV
Audi Q3
or similar
$92.75
per day
Premium Elite SUV
Audi Q5
or similar
$108.46
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 6:25 AM on 12/14/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$75 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 56 km/h or 25 - 35 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 104 km/h or 55 - 65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.92 per liter or $3.48 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.78 per liter or $2.95 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.01 per liter or $3.82 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Situated just across the river from Manhattan, Newark is more than just the location of one of the three international airports serving New York City. Despite its industrial roots and rough reputation, there are a number of places to enjoy in Newark itself and the surrounding towns of New Jersey. Here are three suggestions:
- The Newark Museum of Art. Previously known simply as the Newark Museum, this is perhaps Newark’s most notable cultural institution. In addition to various exhibitions of American, Japanese, and Tibetan art (which includes an altar consecrated by the Dalai Lama), and a sculpture garden, the museum is also home to the Dreyfuss Planetarium, a hall of science, and a memorial garden. Visit the museum’s official website to learn more.
- New Jersey Historical Society. Also in Newark is the New Jersey Historical Society, an institution dedicated to preserving the important heritage and culture of the Garden State. The society dates back to 1845 and has been in its present downtown location, listed on the national register of historic buildings, since the 1990s. In addition to its two exhibition floors, the society also organizes walking tours of Newark. Visit its official website to learn more.
- Montclair. Green, well-off, and sophisticated, Montclair, located about a 20-minute drive northwest of Newark, is the other notable settlement of Essex County. The town is known for its many historical mansions, most of which can be found in Upper Montclair, as well as cultural institutions like the Montclair Art Museum (or MAM), Watchung bookshop, Wellmont Theater, and Montclair Operetta Company. Fans of The Sopranos will also recognize many real-life streets and locations featured in the series.
Top international routes
- London-Heathrow, United Kingdom
- Montreal, Canada
- Ottawa, Canada
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion, Israel
- Toronto-Pearson, Canada
- Toronto-Billy Bishop, Canada
- Cancun, Mexico
- Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
- Santiago, Dominican Republic
Main airlines
Newark is a major hub for United Airlines which, along with its United Express, serves a number of destinations from the airport out of Terminal C. In fact, United carries more than 30 million passengers a year to and from Newark.
JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, Spirit, and Alaska airlines also serve more than one million passengers each year at Newark Liberty. As Newark is also the second international gateway for New York City, foreign airlines such as Air Canada, SAS, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Air India also provide service to and from the airport.
Terminals
The airport has three terminals. International flights arrive at Terminal B, though they may depart from any of the terminals. Terminal C is used exclusively by United Airlines. The AirTrain is free and connects the terminals along with the parking lots and the nearby train station. Note that interterminal transfer requires going through security again.
Location
Newark Liberty is located roughly 4 miles (6km) south of Downtown Newark, New Jersey. Though located in New Jersey, it takes roughly the same amount of time to reach Manhattan as it would from JFK International Airport. As the airport is located at the interchange of I-78 and I-95 (the New Jersey Turnpike) it is easy to reach Manhattan. I-78 is the best route to use to reach the Holland Tunnel and Downtown. I-95 is better to reach the Lincoln Tunnel for Midtown or the George Washington Bridge for Harlem and the Bronx. Be prepared to pay a toll no matter which route into Manhattan you choose. The traffic along the route is notoriously bad and it may take an hour to make the 18-mile drive.
The central and southern parts of New Jersey along with Philadelphia can easily be reached by heading south on the New Jersey Turnpike.
The central and southern parts of New Jersey along with Philadelphia can easily be reached by heading south on the New Jersey Turnpike.
Most popular types of rental car
- Convertibles - from $205 per day
- Large cars - from $52 per day
- Medium cars - from $48 per day
- Vans - from $84 per day
- Premium cars - from $83 per day
- Small cars - from $48 per day
- SUVs - from $66 per day
Car rental desks
All car rental desks at the airport are located outside the terminals and require taking the AirTrain to reach. Avis, Enterprise, Hertz and National are located near the P3 station and Alamo, Dollar, and Budget, and Advantage (where Europcar’s customers can pick up their cars) are located near the P2 station.
Services and facilities
Newark Liberty has all of the services and facilities one would expect of a major international airport.
There are multiple currency exchanges in all terminals. Though, as usual, it is best to avoid exchanging money at the airport. Many ATMs are located throughout the terminal and your back will usually give you a better exchange rate than the currency exchanges.
There is a Marriott hotel located at the airport, though it isn’t connected to the AirTrain and you have to take a shuttle to reach it. Many others are located just outside the airport, almost all of which offer free shuttles to and from the airport.
All of the terminals have lounges of the airlines which serve them. You can pay for entrance to many of them even if flying economy class. There will also be a Centurion Lounge, accessible for American Express cardholders, near Terminal A (estimated to open in August 2023).
Every terminal has a large selection of dining and shopping options. The dining options range from fast-food chains to sit-down restaurants. Duty-Free shopping is available in every terminal that has international flights.
There are multiple currency exchanges in all terminals. Though, as usual, it is best to avoid exchanging money at the airport. Many ATMs are located throughout the terminal and your back will usually give you a better exchange rate than the currency exchanges.
There is a Marriott hotel located at the airport, though it isn’t connected to the AirTrain and you have to take a shuttle to reach it. Many others are located just outside the airport, almost all of which offer free shuttles to and from the airport.
All of the terminals have lounges of the airlines which serve them. You can pay for entrance to many of them even if flying economy class. There will also be a Centurion Lounge, accessible for American Express cardholders, near Terminal A (estimated to open in August 2023).
Every terminal has a large selection of dining and shopping options. The dining options range from fast-food chains to sit-down restaurants. Duty-Free shopping is available in every terminal that has international flights.
Nearest gas station
The most convenient gas station for those looking to fill up before returning a rental car in is an Exxon station that is located at the airport on Lindbergh Road, right next to the car rental drop off points. Given its location, it’s no surprise that prices at this station are significantly higher than the average in the rest of the city. The station may be useful for those with almost full tanks seeking to just top up.
Alternatively, a cluster of gas stations can be found just south of the airport on Highway 9 called Spring Street (which requires a little out of the way circle coming from almost any direction). There are Speedway, Delta, and Wawa stations. There is also a Shell station that has significantly higher prices.
Keep in mind that in New Jersey by law, you are not allowed to pump your own gas. All gas stations are full-service, so wait for an attendant to come pump for you.
Alternatively, a cluster of gas stations can be found just south of the airport on Highway 9 called Spring Street (which requires a little out of the way circle coming from almost any direction). There are Speedway, Delta, and Wawa stations. There is also a Shell station that has significantly higher prices.
Keep in mind that in New Jersey by law, you are not allowed to pump your own gas. All gas stations are full-service, so wait for an attendant to come pump for you.
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Airport info
Newark Airport
- IATA: EWR
- ICAO: KEWR
- Name: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
- Distance from city: 3 miles / 4.8 km
Top 2 locations near Newark Airport
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18.7 km / 11.6 miles away
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70.9 km / 44.1 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Newark Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Newark Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Newark Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Newark Airport is September — when rental costs average $46.47 per day. This is 30% cheaper than the yearly average and 47% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $87.23 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Newark Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in June the average rental period is 8 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Newark Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Newark Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Newark Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in March.
Monthly searches at Newark Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Dollar, Ace Rent a car, SIXT, Thrifty, Alamo |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Large cars, Medium cars, Small cars |
| Lowest price | $48 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Ace Rent a car |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ace Rent a car | Toyota Rav4 | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Honda Civic | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Honda CR-V | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Thrifty | Mazda 3 | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| Dollar | Chevrolet Bolt | 5 | 1 | SUVs |
| SIXT | Midsize (Toyota RAV4) | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Dollar | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
FAQ
How old do I have to be to rent a car in New Jersey?
You have to be 21 years old, though you'll be charged a Young Driver Fee if you're under 25. If you are between 18 and 20, you can rent a car in New York but not New Jersey.
Can I travel to New York in a rental car?
Of course, all rental companies allow their cars to be taken to New York (and Pennsylvania). If you plan to travel farther away, you may want to check with the supplier beforehand to make sure they'll let you do so.
How can I pay for tolls in my rental car?
You can either sign up for the rental company's toll package (that comes with a fee), use your own transponder, or pay the invoice online (with New Jersey's tolls; may not work in New York).
How do I get gas in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, you are not allowed to pump your own gas. You should wait in your car and an attendant will come to you and ask how much you want to put in.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
LT
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Equinox
1/15/24
Visited family.
BO
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
5/19/22
Yes, everything went smoothly
IM
United States of America (USA)
Mazda 3
11/2/21
Always check the driving time to Newark on Google Map while returning the car and then add some. My time was double compared with the normal traffic condition. Picking up and returning the car was efficient and easy. I wish the rates were cheaper; however, they were very competitive compared with other rentals. Apart from the rates and the traffic conditions around the New York City, I was very satisfied with my rental experience. Thank you.
GO
Israel
Kia Rio
10/3/21
New Jersey
RZ
Israel
Nissan Versa
7/18/21
im sory i dont have
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo
8.8 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Ace Rent a car
5.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
9
Total rental companies
13
Average daily price
$75.16
Lowest daily price
$48.04
Total cars available
438
Top 13 suppliers at Newark Airport in 2024
8447272984
132 Carson Rd,
$70 - $197
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 01:00
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+19739614300
Newark Liberty Intl Apo
$71 - $322
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
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+18887498227
134 Lindbergh Rd, AirTrain P3, 07114 Newark, New Jersey
$70 - $205
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
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+18447272983
25 Newark Airport Bldg 25, Newark, NJ 07114
$88 - $207
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 01:00
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Enterprise
+18447272982
Newark Liberty International Airport
$74 - $221
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 01:00
Tue:05:00 - 23:59
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Hertz
+19736212000
132 Carson Rd, NJ
$74 - $221
Working hours
Mon:00:00 - 23:59
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Budget
+19739612990
Newark Liberty Intl Apo
$70 - $306
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9738242003
132 Carson Road
$63 - $190
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Mon:06:00 - 23:59
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Advantage
8007775500
36 Carson Road Bldg #36, Station #P2
$63 - $190
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Mon:00:00 - 23:59
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Rent a Wreck
+19732851185
3 Brewster Rd, Newark, NJ 07114, United States
$63 - $190
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Mon:00:00 - 23:59
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+19083331000
1170 Spring Street Elizabeth Nj 07201
$63 - $190
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Mon:08:30 - 17:00
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+19738242003
134 Lindbergh Rd, Newark, NJ 07114, United States
$63 - $149
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Mon:06:00 - 23:59
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+18555500008
408 Carnegie Avenue,Newark
$48 - $304
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Mon:06:00 - 23:30
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