Hempstead car hire

Car hire companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include Movly, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty, Alamo and Ace.

Car hire companies onsite at Newark airport include Alamo, Sixt, Dollar and Hertz.

Car hire companies onsite at LaGuardia airport include Movly and Thrifty.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from John F Kennedy Intl airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Alamo.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Newark airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Dollar and Hertz.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from LaGuardia airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Alamo.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Medium car hire in Hempstead costs £51 per day, on average.

A Large car hire in Hempstead costs £180 per day, on average.

A Luxury car hire in Hempstead costs £116 per day, on average.

Most car hire providers in Hempstead offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Hempstead, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Due to the fast-paced and sometimes aggressive driving style in Hempstead, we recommend renting a mid-size sedan as the best Hempstead car rental. A mid-size sedan is perfect for navigating the narrow streets and crowded roads of Hempstead, while still offering enough power and speed to keep up with traffic. Additionally, the roads in Hempstead can be uneven and often have potholes, so a sedan with good suspension will provide a comfortable ride. Sedans are also known for their fuel efficiency, which is especially important in a city where traffic congestion can lead to delays and longer travel times.

In Hempstead, the speed limit varies depending on the type of road and the zone. On highways and major roads, the speed limit is typically 55 mph or 65 mph, depending on the specific road. On local roads and residential streets, the speed limit is typically 25 mph. In school zones and other areas with high pedestrian traffic, the speed limit is typically reduced to 20 mph or 15 mph.

Paid parking is available in many areas of Hempstead, particularly in the downtown area. Parking garages and parking lots can be found throughout the city, with both hourly and daily rates.  In addition to paid parking, there are also some areas with free spaces where visitors can park their Hempstead car rentals. These areas may include residential streets outside the downtown area, as well as some public parking lots that offer free parking for a limited time.