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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from R981

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in District of Columbia with a pick-up date of 19/5 and drop-off date of 25/5. 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.
Washington, D.C., DC, United States
May 12 — May 19
Driver's age: 26-65
Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Sun 12/5
Noon
Sun 19/5
Noon

District of Columbia car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R1 463

Cheapest price per day

R981

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in District of Columbia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in District of Columbia 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 5 May 2024.

January

R721

February

R758

March

R924

April

R998

May

R1 054

June

R1 072

July

R1 128

August

R1 109

September

R980

October

R1 035

November

R980

December

R943

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia 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.

Popular car types in District of Columbia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in District of Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 May 2024.

There are currently 15 451 hire locations operating in District of Columbia spread across 306 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in District of Columbia is SUV at R981 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R1 043+

Compact

Compact

R1 052+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 038+

Standard

Standard

R1 066+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 122+

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 874+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Coupe

Coupe

R1 066+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

R1 122+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 386+

Compare available car types for rental in District of Columbia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in District of Columbia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Small cars

R759 - R1 666

All Car Types

R632 - R4 826

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R777/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~R759/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 666/day). In fact, September is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, renting a small car saves you 49% 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. Here are the best District of Columbia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 497/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~R632/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R4 826/day). In fact, February is about 58% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, renting a medium car saves you 2% 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 District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 010/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~R1 333/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 456/day). In fact, August is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, renting a large car saves you 34% 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 SUV in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R942/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~R632/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 861/day). In fact, February is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, renting a SUV saves you 38% 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. Here are the best District of Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR1 043/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR1 052/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in District of Columbia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 5 May 2024.

Avis

6,5
Okay
106 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,8

Budget

6,1
Okay
196 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,3

Hertz

5,5
Fair
452 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

5,6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,6
Good
78 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,5

Alamo

7,6
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

7,3

National

9,2
Wonderful
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

10,0

Dollar

2,3
Poor
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2,3

Comfort

2,6

Overall

2,3

Pick-up/drop-off

2,3

Value

4,0

Thrifty

2,0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2,0

Comfort

2,0

Overall

2,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

2,0

Best District of Columbia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in District of Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in District of Columbia with an average daily rate of R1 025. Data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
Toyota RAV4R981/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Volkswagen PoloR1 043/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR1 052/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in District of Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (8,6 rating), Alamo (8,5 rating) and Yesaway (8,5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in District of Columbia.

  • What are petrol prices like in District of Columbia?

    The average price of petrol in District of Columbia is R19,24/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R866 and R1 250 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Budget?

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in District of Columbia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R10 243 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in District of Columbia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 35%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in District of Columbia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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Car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia

Browse car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 5 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in District of Columbia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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