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Budget car rental prices in Queens

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Economy
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Compact car
Compact
M
Intermediate car
Intermediate
M
Standard car
Standard
M
Full-size car
Full-size
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Luxury car
Luxury
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Minivan
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Passenger van
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Commercial car
Commercial
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Reviews for Budget in Queens

Pros

" and helpful."(in 1394 reviews)
"Great price, very ."(in 3750 reviews)
" and fast."(in 1394 reviews)

Cons

"Terrible as well"(in 355 reviews)
"Will Budget again!"(in 252 reviews)
"Will Budget again."(in 252 reviews)
Overall Rating6.6 OkayBased on 25810 reviews
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.6

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8.0
ExcellentReviewed 2025 Mar 13
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8.0
I don't like how Budget tries to sell or add "basic" or "premium" insurance to plans even after customers try to pick up cars. The reality is that many people's personal car insurance covers them and will likely be involved even if someone purchases your supplemental plans. Budget is misleading customers who don't know that they can decline more easily than they can and still be adequately covered.Reviewed 2025 Mar 12
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2.0
Booked with Kayak. Budget gave my (already reserved) rental away.Reviewed 2025 Mar 12
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6.0
no cars upon arrival. employee gave me someone else's rental. overcharged me $8 without telling me. when i questioned it, employee had a horrible attitude and threatened to take the car back and leave me statnded without a car. he was arrogant and rude. took car and it smelled of vinegar, was filthy inside and the tire pressure indicator came on 1/4 way through our trip. won't rent from budget again.Reviewed 2025 Mar 12
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10.0
The car key FOB had a low battery; the change oil monitor light was also on when we picked up vehicle in Denver. Other than that, no problems.Reviewed 2025 Mar 11
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2.0
we waited over two hours (actually, not exaggerating) to pick up our car. they didn't have what we rented, and we got downgraded for the same price. it was really frustrating.Reviewed 2025 Mar 11
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2.0
I reserved a car well in advance of my trip into GSO airport. When i arrived they had no cars, and there was a whole bunch of people ahead of me who also didn’t have a car for their reservations. I ultimately had to rent from another place at a much higher rate (since i didn’t book in advance). And to top it off, the woman working at Budget said this happens all the time there. Don’t rent from BUDGET! Especially at GSO.Reviewed 2025 Mar 11
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2.0
When I got there they said I’d have to wait 2 hours for a car, they didn’t have any. Even though I reserved one weeks ago. Instead of getting a mid sized SUV that I paid for, they ended up giving me a Chevy Malibu. I took it because I didn’t want to wait any longer. Budget/Avis person waa super rude to me & dismissive of my questions. Very disappointed.Reviewed 2025 Mar 11
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4.0
I specifically choose the “dealers choice” that did NOT show the car would be electric and when I got there I was told all “dealers choice” cars are electric. Seems intentionally deceitful to have 2 nearly identical listings where the only difference is one shows electric and the other does not.Reviewed 2025 Mar 11
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2.0
I had to wait an hour to pick up the car. The person working the desk was not very helpful. I will not be using Budget againReviewed 2025 Mar 10
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2.0
Car was damaged at pickup. Tried to report to agent at counter but they disappeared to wash a car. Tried calling customer service number on receipt but they said they could only manage reservations. Tried emailing customer service with images of the damage and never heard back.Reviewed 2025 Mar 10
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4.0
I picked up my rental very late at night and was handed keys and told to bring it back charged. I didn’t realize it was fully electric. Unfortunately that made for a terrible experience.Reviewed 2025 Mar 10
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Most popular car type

Intermediate

Top tips for renting a car from Budget in Queens

  • If you are not already a member of the Budget Fastbreak program, consider joining for free when you book Budget car rentals in Queens. As a member in this program, you can skip the long lines that a large and popular rental company like Budget can often have. Fastbreak members simply show up at the rental agency, follow the signs to the Fastbreak display board, go to the parking spot listed next to your name, get your car, drive to the exit, show your ID, and enjoy driving your Budget rental. When you return the car, you just have to drop it off and Budget will email the receipt to you.
  • Add some extra peace of mind to your car rental when you book Budget car rentals in Queens by purchasing the car rental insurance that Budget has to offer. Knowing that you are fully covered will make driving around New York that much more enjoyable. Budget offers primary coverage car insurance for a fee that get’s added on to your rental policy. This insurance covers all authorized drivers on the policy, theft, and damage.
  • When you book Budget car rentals in Queens, one pickup location is JFK. Budget car rental counters are found at JFK in the baggage claim of all terminals. To actually pick up the car, take the free AirTrain from your terminal to Federal Circle Station. If you cannot find a Budget counter in your terminal, look for a Budget courtesy phone in the baggage claim. Budget car rental agencies at JFK are open 24 hours.
  • When you book Budget car rentals in Queens, one of the agencies services the La Guardia Airport and is, in fact, just outside LGA airport grounds. Once you land at the La Guardia airport, make your way to the Rental Car Shuttle Transfer Point in Terminal A in order to catch a shuttle to the Budget agency, which is located just outside the airport at 88-08 23rd Avenue, Queens. This agency is open daily from 6 am to 11 pm.
  • Compact rental cars from Budget in Queens are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average.
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FAQs about renting a car from Budget in Queens

  • How old do I have to be in order to book Budget car rentals in Queens?

    In order to book Budget car rentals in Queens, you need to be 18 years old with a valid credit card and driver's license. However, you will be charged a daily Young Renter fee if you are younger than 25 years old. If you are a driver between the ages of 18 and 20, you'll be charged around $52 a day. If you are a driver who is 21 years old to 24 years old, you will be charged about $35 a day as a young driver. Drivers who are not yet 25 will not be allowed to rent certain kinds of cars, including luxury cars, minivans, specialty vehicles, 12-passenger vans, full-size SUVs, and premium SUVs.

  • When I book Budget car rentals in Queens, can I drop off my rental vehicle at a different location from the one where I picked it up?

    Sometimes, yes. Whether you can book a pickup and drop off at different locations often depends on the kind of vehicle you want, the rental dates, and the duration of the rental period. When you book Budget car rentals in Queens, you can arrange to drop off your car in other locations throughout New York City, New York State, and across the country.

  • What kind of cars are in the fleet that I can choose from when I book Budget car rentals in Queens?

    The Budget fleet in Queens includes economy, compact, standard, intermediate, and full-size sedans. Budget rental options in Queens also include minivans, standard SUVs, intermediate SUVs, full-size SUVs, and premium SUVs. You can also rent premium and luxury cars. The high-end vehicles available at Budget include the Chrysler 300, Volvo XC60, Lincoln Nautilus, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKX, Cadillac XT5, Infiniti Q70, and others. 

  • What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Queens?

    Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Queens.

  • How many car rental locations does Budget have in Queens?

    Budget has 0 rental locations in Queens. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Newark airport (EWR)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Newark airport (EWR)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

    Yes

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