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Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2024

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 27 July 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

HK$7.89

Average price per day

HK$334

Cheapest price per day

HK$289

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 27 July 2024.

January

HK$304

February

HK$320

March

HK$390

April

HK$421

May

HK$476

June

HK$484

July

HK$499

August

HK$468

September

HK$413

October

HK$429

November

HK$413

December

HK$398

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 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 27 July 2024.

Small cars

HK$253 - HK$848

All Car Types

HK$261 - HK$861

To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$346/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$253/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$848/day). In fact, January is about 27% 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 30% 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$452/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$263/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$1,033/day). In fact, December is about 42% 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 9% 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$537/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$258/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$993/day). In fact, December is about 52% 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 is 9% 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.

To hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$529/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~HK$256/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$1,014/day). In fact, January is about 52% 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 7% 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 27 July 2024.
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

5.4
Fair
276 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Dollar

2.8
Poor
127 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.5

Comfort

3.2

Overall

2.7

Pick-up/drop-off

2.7

Value

3.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
37 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.4

Avis

6.4
Okay
54 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.2
Okay
83 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.8

Budget

6.1
Okay
86 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.3

National

9.1
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.5

Alamo

7.7
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.4

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 27 July 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington, D.C.?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$334/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$289/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 21.

  • 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 (7.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 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$7.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$355 and HK$512 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 Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around HK$2,340 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 31% 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$10,031, with the average price for a rental being around HK$334 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 14% 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 Chevrolet Suburban, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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