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Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

For the best savings on car hire in Washington, D.C., make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R668/day – about 1 193% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Washington, D.C.?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Washington, D.C. with deals as low as R583,66/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R1 079,48/day.

What is the best car rental company in Washington, D.C.?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Washington, D.C. is Hertz (rated 5.2/10 with 265 reviews). Dollar (rated 2.9/10 with 123 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is February, when you can expect to pay R703/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (R1 089/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

R808

February

R703

March

R808

April

R896

May

R1 054

June

R1 089

July

R1 089

August

R861

September

R808

October

R931

November

R861

December

R966

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

SUV cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Washington, D.C.. Intermediate cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington, D.C.?

Free2Move has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Washington, D.C. at 9.

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 6 July 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.

Hertz

5,2
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,3

Dollar

2,9
Poor
123 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,6

Comfort

3,3

Overall

2,9

Pick-up/drop-off

3,0

Value

3,6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
30 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,8

Avis

6,3
Okay
47 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,6

Budget

5,6
Fair
69 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,8

Thrifty

3,2
Poor
71 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,7

Comfort

4,7

Overall

3,2

Pick-up/drop-off

3,2

Value

3,7

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,0

Alamo

7,4
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

7,2

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 6 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from National?

    National is one of the top picks in Washington, D.C.. They can have you in a hire car for about R23 290 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.

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