Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2026

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

HK$9.34

Average price per day

HK$432

Cheapest price per day

HK$288

Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

Economy

Economy

HK$412+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$412+

Standard

Standard

HK$412+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$512+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$526+

Premium

Premium

HK$512+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$526+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$412+

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$400/day – about 564% less than the yearly average.

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 5.0/10 with 197 reviews). Avis (rated 5.8/10 with 35 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 January, when you can expect to pay HK$361/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is July (HK$620/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$369

March

HK$447

April

HK$439

May

HK$510

June

HK$604

July

HK$620

August

HK$565

September

HK$416

October

HK$447

November

HK$431

December

HK$463

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

SUV cars (Cadillac Escalade or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Washington, D.C.. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).

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

Both Avis and NextCar have 7 locations in Washington, D.C., more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
197 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.2

Avis

5.8
Fair
35 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Budget

4.9
Mediocre
56 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.3

Thrifty

2.7
Poor
39 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

3.8

Overall

2.7

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

3.0

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
16 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$432/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$288/day from Sixt, booked on Sep. 12.

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

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around HK$3,027 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$12,974, with the average price for a rental being around HK$432 a day. Book with Sixt, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 33% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Washington, D.C..

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