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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 5 July 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

HK$7.38

Average price per day

HK$336

Cheapest price per day

HK$273

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

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 rentals in Washington, D.C., make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$298/day – about 478% less than the yearly average.

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

In Washington, D.C., the most affordable car hire company right now is Dollar, offering prices from just HK$273.00/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sixt, with rates starting at HK$284.30/day.

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

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental 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 rent 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 HK$314/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (HK$487/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

HK$361

February

HK$314

March

HK$361

April

HK$400

May

HK$471

June

HK$487

July

HK$487

August

HK$385

September

HK$361

October

HK$416

November

HK$385

December

HK$432

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

Full-size cars (Toyota Highlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Washington, D.C.. Standard cars (Honda Accord or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Nissan Juke 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 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 5 July 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

5.2
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

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

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 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 5 July 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$336/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$273/day from Dollar, booked on Jun. 29.

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

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around HK$2,352 per week on average.

  • 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$10,078, with the average price for a rental being around HK$336 a day. Book with Dollar, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 19% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Washington, D.C..

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