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Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Washington, D.C.. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

HK$6.99

Average price per day

HK$462

Cheapest price per day

HK$396

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 23 April 2025.

January

HK$356

February

HK$310

March

HK$356

April

HK$411

May

HK$465

June

HK$481

July

HK$504

August

HK$380

September

HK$356

October

HK$411

November

HK$380

December

HK$426

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is February. 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 rental 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 23 April 2025.

Small cars

HK$250 - HK$641

All Car Types

HK$313 - HK$665

To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$299/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$250/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$641/day). In fact, March is about 17% 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., hiring a small car saves you 32% 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 HK$416/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$331/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$995/day). In fact, March is about 21% 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., hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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 HK$354/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$438/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$713/day). In fact, February is about 23% 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., hiring a large car saves you 19% 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 HK$442/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$290/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$821/day). In fact, October is about 35% 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., hiring a SUV is 2% more expensive. 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 rental agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 23 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Washington, D.C., including Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Washington, D.C.. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
268 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

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

7.3
Good
35 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.4
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Budget

5.7
Fair
74 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Thrifty

3.6
Poor
75 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

3.6

Value

3.6

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.5
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington, D.C.?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$462/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$396/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 20.

  • 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 (7.3 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 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 HK$6.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$314 and HK$454 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 Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around HK$3,236 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 44% in Washington, D.C. - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Washington, D.C. can be found for about HK$13,869, with the average price for a rental being around HK$462 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 15% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Washington, D.C..

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

    The most popular car to hire while in Washington, D.C. is the Ford Focus, which is a Compact vehicle.

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