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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 8 December 2024.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 14,240.51

Average price per day

Rp 2,641,614

Cheapest price per day

Rp 2,176,266

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 8 December 2024.

January

Rp 632,911

February

Rp 648,734

March

Rp 791,139

April

Rp 854,430

May

Rp 965,189

June

Rp 996,835

July

Rp 1,044,303

August

Rp 791,139

September

Rp 743,670

October

Rp 838,607

November

Rp 759,493

December

Rp 791,139

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 8 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 484,335 - Rp 1,457,041

All Car Types

Rp 484,335 - Rp 2,076,783

To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 760,571/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~Rp 484,335/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,457,041/day). In fact, September is about 37% 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 36% 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 Rp 591,328/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~Rp 624,525/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,929,272/day). In fact, January is about 5% 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 50% 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 Rp 1,211,319/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~Rp 499,050/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 2,840,822/day). In fact, May is about 59% 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 4% 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 Rp 1,039,593/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~Rp 872,468/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 2,143,354/day). In fact, May is about 17% 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 saves you 12% 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 van in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,182,791/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Washington, D.C., the United States (~Rp 1,132,753/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 3,276,621/day). In fact, May is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a van is 1% 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 8 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Washington, D.C. area such as Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

Dollar

2.7
Poor
127 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.4

Comfort

3.2

Overall

2.7

Pick-up/drop-off

2.8

Value

3.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
36 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.4
Okay
54 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.7

Budget

5.8
Fair
74 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Thrifty

4.1
Mediocre
81 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

4.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.7

National

9.2
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

Alamo

7.3
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.1

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 2,641,614/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 2,176,266/day from Avis, booked on Dec. 1.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Washington, D.C.?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 rating) and Alamo (7.1 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 Rp 14,240.51/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 640,823 and Rp 925,633 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 Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around Rp 18,491,298 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 44% to make it a great deal in Washington, D.C.. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Washington, D.C. however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a month is Rp 79,248,416. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • 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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