Washington

Cheap Car Hire in Washington

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Washington car hires in 2025

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 28 October 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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 R895/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 525% off the average price.

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.

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 R706/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington is July (R1 429/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

R706

February

R732

March

R706

April

R723

May

R843

June

R1 213

July

R1 429

August

R1 368

September

R981

October

R861

November

R800

December

R1 016

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington?

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

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 28 October 2025.

National

2 locations

Alamo

2 locations

Dollar

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Sixt

3 locations

Avis

6 locations

Budget

7 locations

Thrifty

5 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 October 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Washington. They can have you in a hire car for about R5 224 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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