Washington, D.C.

Cheap Car Hire in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C., DC, United States
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Washington, D.C., DC, United States
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What is the 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 25 April 2024.

January

R747

February

R785

March

R958

April

R1 015

May

R1 092

June

R1 111

July

R1 168

August

R1 149

September

R1 015

October

R1 073

November

R1 015

December

R977

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. 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.

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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R787 - R1 727

All Car Types

R655 - R5 001

To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R822/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R787/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 727/day). In fact, September is about 5% 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 48% 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.

To hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 539/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R655/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R5 001/day). In fact, February is about 58% 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 2% 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.

To hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 057/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R1 382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 544/day). In fact, August is about 30% 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 33% 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.

To hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R973/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R655/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 928/day). In fact, February is about 33% 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 38% 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.

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 25 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Washington, D.C. area such as Avis, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Avis

6,5
Okay
106 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,8

Budget

6,2
Okay
196 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,4

Hertz

5,5
Fair
451 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,5

Alamo

7,8
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
78 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,6

National

9,1
Wonderful
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,5

Thrifty

6,8
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,5

Easirent

1 location

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 25 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Washington, D.C.?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9,2 rating), Alamo (7,6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Washington, D.C..

  • What are petrol prices like in Washington, D.C.?

    The average price of petrol in Washington, D.C. is R19,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R888 and R1 283 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the top picks in Washington, D.C.. They can have you in a hire car for about R10 762 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C. for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 36% on a hire car in Washington, D.C.. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Washington, D.C. is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car hires by fuel type in Washington, D.C.

Browse car hires by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on 25 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

Airport car hires in Washington, D.C.
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