Washington, D.C.

Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from Rp 818,571

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Washington, D.C. with a pick-up date of 16/5 and drop-off date of 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2026

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 21 April 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 20,215.87

Average price per day

Rp 689,816

Cheapest price per day

Rp 818,571

Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Washington, D.C. and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 April 2026.

In Washington, D.C., there are 70 active hire locations from 20 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. in the past week - currently priced from Rp 818,571/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Rp 717,320+

Compact

Compact

Rp 818,571+

Standard

Standard

Rp 878,191+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 980,298+

SUV

SUV

Rp 866,370+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,214,836+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 1,214,836+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Rp 1,422,649+

Compare car rental deals in Washington, D.C. by type

Here are the best Washington, D.C. small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 818,571/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Best car rental deals found in Washington, D.C.

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of Rp 1,018,982. Data was last updated on 21 April 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 818,571/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota RAV4Rp 866,370/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Toyota CamryRp 980,298/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

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.?

Book your car hire in Washington, D.C. 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 788,076/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1,417,813% off the average price.

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 224 reviews). Avis (rated 6.1/10 with 40 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

Planning to hire a car in Washington, D.C.? September is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 770,944 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,130,718. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 788,076

February

Rp 805,208

March

Rp 976,529

April

Rp 925,133

May

Rp 1,027,925

June

Rp 1,079,322

July

Rp 1,130,718

August

Rp 1,027,925

September

Rp 770,944

October

Rp 942,265

November

Rp 942,265

December

Rp 1,010,793

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

SUV cars (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in Washington, D.C.. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Premium (BMW X3) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Washington, D.C..

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

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move have 11 locations in Washington, D.C., more than any other rental company in the area.

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 21 April 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
224 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.1

Avis

6.1
Okay
40 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Budget

5.4
Fair
61 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.7

Dollar

3.2
Poor
97 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.8

Comfort

3.8

Overall

3.2

Pick-up/drop-off

3.3

Value

3.8

Thrifty

2.1
Poor
61 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.8

Comfort

3.2

Overall

2.1

Pick-up/drop-off

2.1

Value

2.7

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.9
Fair
18 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

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 21 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington, D.C.?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 689,816/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 562,042/day from Sixt, booked on Apr. 18.

  • 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 Rp 4,414,425 per week on 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 18,918,966. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Washington, D.C. for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Washington, D.C. are typically Rp 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to Rp 0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average Rp 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on 21 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 51+

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