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Cheap Car Hire in Richmond, VA

Richmond, VA, United States
May 16 — May 23
Driver's age: 26-65
Richmond, VA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Richmond?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Richmond, VA 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 9 May 2024.

January

R687

February

R817

March

R1 040

April

R1 058

May

R1 077

June

R1 058

July

R1 114

August

R1 077

September

R1 002

October

R984

November

R928

December

R835

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Richmond 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 Richmond, VA

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Richmond, VA to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Richmond, VA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richmond, VA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richmond, VA. Reviews were last updated on 9 May 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Richmond, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

6,2
Okay
117 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
68 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,4

Alamo

6,2
Okay
85 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,2

Avis

6,1
Okay
57 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,1

Hertz

6,0
Okay
87 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,9

Dollar

5,8
Fair
67 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

6,1

Payless

5,7
Fair
60 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,1

National

8,2
Very Good
9 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

8,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richmond, VA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 May 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Richmond?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8,2 rating), Thrifty (8,0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Richmond.

  • What are petrol prices like in Richmond?

    The average price of petrol in Richmond is R19,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R869 and R1 256 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Richmond for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 46% on your car hire. For a below average price in Richmond, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Richmond?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Richmond?

    The most popular car to hire while in Richmond is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle.

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