District of Columbia

Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from R576

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in District of Columbia with a pick-up date of 4/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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District of Columbia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R746

Cheapest price per day

R576

Popular car types in District of Columbia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in District of Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

There are currently 17 570 hire locations operating in District of Columbia spread across 372 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in District of Columbia is small car at R576 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

R1 270+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 002+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 404+

Premium

Premium

R1 379+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 332+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 467+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in District of Columbia by type

Here are the best District of Columbia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best District of Columbia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best District of Columbia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best District of Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

GWM Ora Good CatR576/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
BMW 1 SeriesR583/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series

Best car hire deals found in District of Columbia

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in District of Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in District of Columbia with an average daily rate of R964. Data was last updated on 3 April 2026.
GWM Ora Good CatR576/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
BMW 1 SeriesR583/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series
Audi A3R591/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

Cheapflights insights for District of Columbia car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in District of Columbia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia?

To get the best deal on car hire in District of Columbia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R779, which is about 1 312% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in District of Columbia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in District of Columbia is National (rated 9.3/10). Alamo (rated 8.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in District of Columbia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in District of Columbia is January, when you can expect to pay R779/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is July (R1 118/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R779

February

R796

March

R932

April

R864

May

R1 000

June

R1 067

July

R1 118

August

R1 017

September

R779

October

R932

November

R932

December

R1 000

Which car hire company has the most locations in District of Columbia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move have 11 locations in District of Columbia, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in District of Columbia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 3 April 2026.

National

2 locations

Alamo

1 location

Avis

7 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

11 locations

Budget

7 locations

Hertz

6 locations

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,0

Dollar

3 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in District of Columbia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R746/day when booking a car hire in District of Columbia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R546/day from Provider's pick, booked on Mar. 28.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in District of Columbia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 967 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in District of Columbia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in District of Columbia for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 31% below the average car hire price in District of Columbia. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in District of Columbia is on average R21 286 a month or R710 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your District of Columbia car hire.

Car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia

Browse car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 3 April 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in District of Columbia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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