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Cheap Car Hire in Washington from R972

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 Washington with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. 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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Washington car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Washington. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 March 2026.

Most common car type

Intermediate
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Popular car types in Washington

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Washington and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 March 2026.
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At R972/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Washington in the past week. Out of 372 car hire agencies operating in Washington, there are, in total, 17 571 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

R972+

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Compact

Compact

R992+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 006+

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Premium

Premium

R2 960+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 036+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 081+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 126+

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Compare car hire deals in Washington by type

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

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

Volkswagen VentoR972/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Vento
Found 03/15/26
Audi A3R992/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 03/15/26

Best car hire deals found in Washington

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Washington. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Washington with an average daily rate of R1 310. Data was last updated on 16 March 2026.
Volkswagen VentoR972/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Vento
Found 03/15/26
Audi A3R992/day
4
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 03/15/26
Audi A3R1 006/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 03/15/26

Cheapflights insights for Washington car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington?

Book your car hire in Washington 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R829/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 415% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Washington?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Washington is National (rated 9.0/10). Alamo (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
9.0
Alamo
Alamo
8.5
Dollar
Dollar
8.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Washington?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Washington is January, when you can expect to pay R643/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington is July (R1 404/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

R643

February

R694

March

R685

April

R702

May

R829

June

R1 201

July

R1 404

August

R1 353

September

R964

October

R837

November

R821

December

R964

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 41 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Washington at 23.

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Top rental agencies in Washington

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Washington known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington. Reviews were last updated on 16 March 2026.

National

7 locations
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Alamo

6 locations
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Dollar

6 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

41 locations
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Sixt

6 locations
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Avis

18 locations
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Budget

18 locations
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Thrifty

13 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 March 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Washington. They can have you in a hire car for about R4 845 per week on average.

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

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

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