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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from R703

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 19/4 and drop-off date of 29/4. 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 6 March 2026.

Most common car type

Standard
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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 6 March 2026.
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There are currently 17 628 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 medium car at R703 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R783+

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Compact

Compact

R748+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R703+

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Full-size

Full-size

R1 211+

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SUV

SUV

R1 118+

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People carrier

People carrier

R920+

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Premium

Premium

R749+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 039+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 330+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R810+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R872+

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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:

Honda JazzR748/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 03/05/26
Volkswagen VentoR783/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Vento
Found 03/05/26

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 R962. Data was last updated on 6 March 2026.
Ford FocusR703/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Found 03/05/26
BMW 1 SeriesR748/day
4
M
A/C
BMW 1 Series
Found 03/05/26
Audi A3R749/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 03/05/26

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 R743, which is about 1 276% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 8.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
9.3
Alamo
Alamo
8.2
Avis
Avis
6.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.7

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 February, when you can expect to pay R710/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is July (R1 090/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

R760

February

R710

March

R760

April

R826

May

R975

June

R1 041

July

R1 090

August

R991

September

R760

October

R908

November

R908

December

R975

What car do most people hire in District of Columbia?

Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting District of Columbia. SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Ford Focus Sedan or similar).

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.

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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 6 March 2026.

National

2 locations
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Alamo

1 location
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Avis

7 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

11 locations
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Budget

7 locations
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Hertz

6 locations
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Easirent

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,0

Dollar

3 locations
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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 6 March 2026.

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

    Budget 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 R7 099 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.

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 6 March 2026.
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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 (R39+).

Electric

Electric

R39+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R78+

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