Cheap Car Hire in Washington, D.C. from R620
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, D.C. with a pick-up date of 23/5 and drop-off date of 30/5. 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.
Cheapest time to rent a car in Washington, D.C.
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Washington, D.C. 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 17 May 2025.
January
R830
February
R721
March
R830
April
R920
May
R1 064
June
R1 100
July
R1 172
August
R884
September
R830
October
R956
November
R884
December
R992
Popular car types in Washington, D.C.
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Washington, D.C. and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 May 2025.
At R620/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Washington, D.C. in the past week. Out of 19 car hire agencies operating in Washington, D.C., there are, in total, 63 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
R620+
Compact
R621+
Standard
R662+
Full-size
R687+
People carrier
R1 383+
Full-size SUV
R1 063+
Premium
R699+
Luxury
R878+
Compare available car types for rental in Washington, D.C.
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Washington, D.C. to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 May 2025.
Small cars | R741 - R1 830 | |
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All Car Types | R661 - R2 183 |
To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 031/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R741/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 830/day). In fact, November is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a small car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 092/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R610/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 178/day). In fact, November is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a medium car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R890/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R729/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 227/day). In fact, August is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a large car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 126/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R607/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 324/day). In fact, May is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a SUV saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 17 May 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Washington, D.C. area such as Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best car hire deals found in Washington, D.C.
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of R734. Data was last updated on 17 May 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Washington, D.C. we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 May 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is one of the top picks in Washington, D.C.. They can have you in a hire car for about R3 900 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.