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New York City is perfect for a vacation. There are iconic sights, museums, zoos and botanic gardens throughout the five boroughs. There are even lots of fun free things to do in NYC with kids. Although public transportation can take you around, you might prefer to rent a car. If you’re planning on driving in NYC, read these tips to know how to get around in New York City with your rental car.

Renting a compact car is the best option if you will rent a car in the Big Apple. You can maneuver more easily in traffic and find parking spots easily. There might be a little rush on the streets between 7:00 am - 9:0 am and 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm, it's better to avoid driving in these hours.

For parking your rental car in New York, choose streets that allow parking or choose municipal parking garages. To find good parking zones, familiarize yourself with parking regulation signs before you hit the road.

Navigating New York City behind the wheel of a car, is pretty simple. Most of Manhattan follow a grid pattern, so it’s easy to find your way around; avenues run north-south and streets run east-west. Keep in mind that making a right turn on red light is illegal in New York City.

The minimum age to rent is 18 in New York state unlike 21 year-old rule in other states. If you are under 25 years old, you can waive the underage fee with Carla.

For JFK Aiport : Each terminal Arrivals Level has a rental car counter or a courtesy telephone to contact the different car rental companies. To pick up the car, passengers must take the AirTrain and stop at Federal Circle Station.

For LaGuardia Airport : A number of car rental facilities are located at LaGuardia Airport. Rental agencies provide frequent free shuttles between LaGuardia and the rental car facility. All car rental shuttles pick-up and drop-off at Terminal A in the Rental Car Shuttle Transfer Point

For city driving, think compact. You want something that will be small so that you can park in most available spots.

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To cancel a reservation, go to the reservations section on our website or app, and follow the prompts to cancel. Please review our cancellation policy for any applicable fees.

To modify your reservation, use the Carla app on iOS or Android, or visit our website. Go to the "My Reservations" page and follow the steps to make changes. Car rental companies may not allow modifications within 24 hours of pickup. In this case, we recommend canceling and rebooking. Reservations are held for 2 hours, so there's no need to modify your booking if you'll pick up the car within that time.

If your rental car company has a counter at the terminal, simply proceed to their desk upon arrival. You’ll find their location in the terminal specified in your reservation details.

For companies that are not located within the terminal, a complimentary shuttle service is usually provided. Follow the signs for the shuttle pick-up area, and a shuttle will take you to the car rental location.

With a meet & greet service, a representative from the rental company will meet you at a designated spot, often in the arrivals area, holding a sign with your name. They will then escort you to your rental car. Please refer to your reservation confirmation for specific instructions and contact details for your rental company.

It's possible that the additional charges are due to optional services selected at the counter or deposit. Deposit is a temporary hold on your card done by the car rental company. Please check your receipt issued by the car rental company to clarify if you purchased optional services like child seat, extra coverage, upgrade etc.

A Young Driver fee (also called Under 25 or Underage fee) is a daily fee that compensates the rental car company for the extra risk of accidents when young renters (those under the age of 25) drive their vehicles. The underage fee is usually between $30 and $40 per day.

The young driver fee is not included in the total price. Therefore, the rental branch may charge you a daily under-age fee between $30 and $40. With Carla, you can waive the underage fee and save $40/day. You'll see a notice on the car images if the underage fee is waived. To find eligible offers, ensure you enter your correct age before searching. Not all cars qualify for the waiver, so select one with the "Underage fee waived" banner.

You can waive the underage fee with Carla and save $40/day. To waive your underage fee: • Enter your age correctly before making a car rental search • Choose a car with "underage fee waived" banner.

In most states, the minimum age to rent a car is 21. For drivers who are between 18-24 years of age, an underage fee may be applied at the car rental office. With Carla, you can waive this fee. You will see a notice on the car images if the underage fee is waived. To see the related offers, please make sure that you have marked your age correctly before making a search. For New York and Michigan states, the minimum age to rent a car is 18. Car rental companies also apply an underage fee to drivers between 18-24 in these states.

Yes, you can rent a car with an international driver's license. However, it's always recommended to check with the rental company for any specific requirements or restrictions they might have.

To rent a car, you will typically need a valid driver's license, a credit or debit card in your name, and a form of identification, such as a passport or ID card. Some rental companies may have additional requirements, so it's best to confirm with them in advance.

If your flight is delayed, contact the rental company as soon as possible to inform them of the delay. Many rental companies can accommodate changes to your pickup time, but it's important to communicate with them to avoid any complications or cancellation of your reservation.

Reservation needs the same person's ID, credit card info, and driver's license.

Yes, there may be restrictions on where you can drive the rental car. These restrictions vary by rental company and location. It's important to check the terms and conditions of your rental agreement or contact the rental company for specific information.

To book your car, all you need is a credit or debit card. When you pick the car up, you'll need: Your voucher / eVoucher, to show that you've paid for the car. The main driver's credit / debit card, with enough available funds for the car's deposit. Each driver's full, valid driving licence, which they've held for at least 12 months (often 24). Your passport and any other ID the car hire company needs to see.

You can complete your prepayment with Carla with any payment method you wish. However, car rental offices may require additional documents such as utility bills or round trip tickets if you want to pickup your car with a debit card.

You can use a valid credit card for your booking. Please note that the name on the driver's license and name on the credit card presented at the counter must match in order to pickup your car.

You can complete your reservation with any kind of payment method with Carla. Before picking up the car, the rental office will ask you for a valid credit or debit card in the driver's name. Unfortunately, prepaid cards are not accepted by car rental companies in the US.

We accept Master Card, American Express, Discover and Visa cards.

Yes, you can use your family or friend's card to complete your car rental reservation. Please note that at the car rental office you will be required to present a card in your name.

Unfortunately, rental companies do not accept cash, you will need to have a debit or credit card under your name.

Space: You'll enjoy your rental far more if you choose a car with plenty of room for your passengers and luggage. Fuel policy: Not planning on driving much? A Like for like fuel policy can save you a lot of money. Location: You can't beat an 'on-airport' pick-up for convenience, but an 'off-airport' pick-up with a shuttle bus can be much cheaper.

Carla does not provide refunds in the following circumstances: if the client did not pick up the car, showed up late, or returned the car early; if the client's documents do not meet the car rental company's requirements; if the client is under the minimum age; if the client cannot provide a credit or debit card with sufficient funds; or if the client has been blacklisted by the car rental company. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

Carla offers both flexible and standard cancellation policies. The flexible policy includes partial refunds depending on the timing of the cancellation, and the standard policy does not offer refunds for promo rates. You can cancel your reservation through the Carla app by following the prompts. For detailed information, please read our terms and conditions.

Car rental offices require a deposit at the counter before you pickup your car.. Deposit is taken for charges such as traffic violations, toll fees that are identified after you drop off the car. The deposit may vary depending on the rental company but the deposit for standard car classes is around $250-$350. The deposit amount will be returned to your card after you drop off your car. Please make sure to contact the car rental company for the exact amount beforehand. The deposit amount is determined by the car rental companies and the deposit is refunded after the drop-off.

The deposit may vary depending on the rental company but the deposit for standard car classes is usually around $250-$350. The deposit amount will be returned to your card after you drop off your car. Please make sure to contact the car rental company for the exact amount beforehand.

Since the deposit is not a charge and it will be taken and returned by the car rental office, it is not included in the total price.

Yes, you need to present a valid, physical driver's license at the car rental office to pickup your car. The driver name should match the reservation name.

No, you should present a valid, physical driver's license in order to pickup your car.

All you need to drive in the USA is a valid driving license from your country of residence, as well as an International Driver's Permit if your license is not written in English. Please note that the driving license will not be accepted unless it is written in the Latin alphabet.

You can add an additional driver at the counter. To complete the process, feel free to get in touch with your rental agency.

What does the Protection Plan cover? • Damages to the rental car • Applies to any size vehicle • Applies regardless of who is at fault • All drivers on the rental agreement is covered • Cost of repairs for collision or damage to a rental car Our rates are cheaper than the one sold at the counter. If you made your reservation but haven’t purchased your Protection Plan, you can go to Reservations tab and buy it before your pick-up.

You can apply Carla Cash to your next rental through the Carla app. You will see an option to pay with Carla Cash on the checkout page. Please be informed that Carla Cash can only be used for the 'pay now' amount of your rental. Last but not least, Carla Cash can not be used for 'hotel bookings'.

Where can I see my Carla Cash balance? You can check Carla Cash tab in the Carla app to see your available Carla Cash balance. If not, please contact us so that we can help you apply it.

Carla Plus is an exclusive membership program that comes with benefits and advantages such as • Priority access to customer support, be the first in line when you need help. • Free reservation cancelation. No questions asked. 100% money back if you cancel your reservation at least 3 hours prior to your pick-up time. • $19 Free Carla Cash every month. These are just the beginning! Also, you can cancel your membership anytime you want. Currently, you can only become a Carla Plus member on Carla App. Contact us for any questions.

It is easy! To become a Carla Plus member, sign-up at the car rental checkout page. All you need to do is to make a car rental reservation. You will see the Carla Plus membership program on the checkout page. You will be immediately rewarded with free cancellation and priority access to customer support. After you purchased Carla Plus membership, all the perks and advantages automatically apply to subsequent reservations.

Carla Plus Membership comes with perks and advantages. By purchasing Carla Plus, you will get; Priority support with our customer support team, • Free cancellation, • $19 Carla Cash every month. And more as you go! You can cancel your membership anytime you want, without any fees.

You don’t need to do anything. If you are a Carla Plus member, all the perks and advantages will automatically apply to your reservations. If you see no proof of your Carla Plus subscription on the checkout or Contact Us pages, please verify your email address on the reservations page.

You can cancel your reservation anytime you want without fees and hassle. All you need to do is contact us and we will take care of the rest. When cancelling a monthly subscription, all future charges of your subscription will be cancelled. You may notify us of your intent to cancel at any time; your cancellation will become effective at the end of your current monthly billing period. Your subscription access and accompanying subscriber perks will continue for the remainder of the current monthly billing period.

Every month! Yes, that is right. You can use your Carla Cash in every car rental reservation. Your first bonus will be transferred to you Carla Wallet after you complete your first pick-up as a Carla Plus member. Afterwards, you will get Carla Cash equivalent of the subscription fee every month as long as your subscription continues.

If you’d like to change your payment and billing information, contact us and we will walk you through the steps.

No, we do not have a trial period for Carla Plus. However, you’ll get what you pay as Carla Cash and you can cancel your membership anytime you want.

Free cancellation is one of the many advantages of Carla Plus. Get the benefit of 100% money back on cancelling your reservation 3 hours prior to your pick-up time.

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Airports serving NYC

Popular rental types in NYC

Best Areas in NYC

Good to know when you rent a car in NYC

Popular rental companies in NYC

NYC Popular Rental Companies

How can I modify my reservation?

Where will I pick up my car?

Off Terminal by Shuttle

Meet & Greet

Have I been overcharged by the car rental company?

Underage Car Rental

What is underage fee?

Is the young driver fee included in total price?

How can I waive the underage fee?

What is the minimum age for renting a car?

Can I rent a car if I have an international driver's license?

What documents are required to rent a car?