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District of Columbia car hires in 2025

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 5 July 2025.

Most common car type

Full-size

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 R668, which is about 1 193% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in District of Columbia?

Looking to hire a car in District of Columbia? Dollar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R583,63/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R1 079,40/day.

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 Hertz (rated 5.3/10 with 265 reviews). Dollar (rated 4.7/10 with 123 reviews) 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 February, when you can expect to pay R703/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is June (R1 089/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

R808

February

R703

March

R808

April

R896

May

R1 054

June

R1 089

July

R1 089

August

R861

September

R808

October

R931

November

R861

December

R966

What car do most people hire in District of Columbia?

Intermediate cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting District of Columbia. SUV cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

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

Free2Move has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in District of Columbia at 9.

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 5 July 2025.

Hertz

5,3
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,4

Dollar

4,7
Mediocre
123 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,9

Overall

4,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

5,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
30 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,8

Avis

6,3
Okay
47 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,6

Budget

5,5
Fair
69 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,8

Thrifty

4,9
Mediocre
71 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,9

Comfort

5,8

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

4,8

Value

5,0

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Alamo

7,0
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,5

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 5 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from National?

    National 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 R23 288 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.

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