District of Columbia

Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia

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District of Columbia car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R722

Cheapest price per day

R606

Cheapflights insights for District of Columbia car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in District of Columbia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia?

To get the best deal on car hire in District of Columbia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R751, which is about 1 253% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in District of Columbia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in District of Columbia is National (rated 9.3/10). Alamo (rated 8.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in District of Columbia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in District of Columbia is January, when you can expect to pay R751/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is July (R1 078/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

R751

February

R767

March

R931

April

R865

May

R963

June

R1 029

July

R1 078

August

R980

September

R751

October

R898

November

R898

December

R963

Which car hire company has the most locations in District of Columbia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move have 11 locations in District of Columbia, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in District of Columbia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 18 April 2026.

National

2 locations

Alamo

1 location

Avis

7 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

11 locations

Budget

7 locations

Hertz

6 locations

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,0

Dollar

3 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in District of Columbia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R722/day when booking a car hire in District of Columbia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R527/day from Provider's pick, booked on Apr. 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in District of Columbia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 786 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in District of Columbia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in District of Columbia for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 31% below the average car hire price in District of Columbia. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in District of Columbia is on average R20 511 a month or R684 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your District of Columbia car hire.

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