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Cheap Car Hire in Richmond, VA

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Richmond?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Richmond, VA and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 22 October 2024.

January

R651

February

R774

March

R986

April

R1 021

May

R1 144

June

R1 126

July

R1 162

August

R968

September

R950

October

R898

November

R880

December

R792

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Richmond is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Richmond, VA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richmond, VA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richmond, VA. Reviews were last updated on 22 October 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Richmond, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
35 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,3

Budget

6,1
Okay
67 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,5

Avis

5,9
Fair
34 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Dollar

5,9
Fair
37 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

6,1

Hertz

5,8
Fair
38 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,7

National

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

8,2

Thrifty

7,9
Good
9 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

8,2

Alamo

5,8
Fair
25 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richmond, VA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 October 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Richmond?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (8,3 rating), National (8,2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Richmond.

  • What are petrol prices like in Richmond?

    The average price of petrol in Richmond is R16,20/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R729 and R1 053 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Richmond for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 44% on your car hire. For a below average price in Richmond, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Richmond?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Richmond?

    The most popular car to hire while in Richmond is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle.

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