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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 11 July 2026.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R687

Cheapest price per day

R526
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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 R815/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 410% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Washington?

Looking to hire a car in Washington? Enterprise Rent-A-Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R27,00/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R28,76/day.

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). Avis (rated 7.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
9.0
Avis
Avis
7.0
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.9
Payless
Payless
6.4

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 R603/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington is July (R1 320/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

R603

February

R603

March

R652

April

R733

May

R782

June

R1 222

July

R1 320

August

R1 238

September

R896

October

R815

November

R782

December

R896

What car do most people hire in Washington?

SUV cars (BMW X5, for example) are the most popular in Washington. Standard (Chevrolet Equinox) and Premium (Audi A6) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Washington.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington?

Avis has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Fat Uncle Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Washington at 1.

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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 11 July 2026.

National

7 locations
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Avis

20 locations
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Thrifty

16 locations
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Payless

5 locations
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Europcar

1 location
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CarWiz

1 location
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NextCar

1 location
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Fat Uncle Car Rental

1 location
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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 11 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R687/day when booking a car hire in Washington. The absolute best deal a user found was for R573/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 4.

  • 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 R4 946 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Washington is R21 196 (R707/day) on average.

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