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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from R1 312

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 District of Columbia with a pick-up date of 17/2 and drop-off date of 19/2. 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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District of Columbia car hires in 2025

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 17 January 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

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 17 January 2025.

January

R808

February

R771

March

R940

April

R1 015

May

R1 147

June

R1 184

July

R1 241

August

R940

September

R883

October

R996

November

R921

December

R1 034

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia is February. 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 17 January 2025.

There are currently 17 170 hire locations operating in District of Columbia spread across 330 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in District of Columbia is small car at R1 312 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R1 312+

Standard

Standard

R1 350+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 421+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 020+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 659+

Premium

Premium

R1 261+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 425+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 318+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 382+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

R1 421+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 492+

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 17 January 2025.

Small cars

R657 - R2 039

All Car Types

R749 - R2 212

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 126/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~R657/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R2 039/day). In fact, May is about 42% 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 11% 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 125/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~R635/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 270/day). In fact, November is about 44% 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 11% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R702/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~R760/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 366/day). In fact, August is about 8% 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 44% 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 114/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~R727/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 422/day). In fact, November is about 35% 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 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. Here are the best District of Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 312/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

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 17 January 2025.

Hertz

5,3
Fair
264 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

5,4

Dollar

4,8
Mediocre
125 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,9

Overall

4,8

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

5,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,2
Good
37 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,2

Avis

6,4
Okay
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,7

Budget

5,7
Fair
72 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

6,0

Thrifty

5,2
Fair
78 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,2

National

9,4
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

9,3

Alamo

7,1
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

7,0

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 562. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR1 312/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 350/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Ford EcoSportR1 382/day
5
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

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 17 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in District of Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,2 rating) and Alamo (8,4 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 R16,93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R762 and R1 100 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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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 R11 305 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 44%). 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.

Car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia

Browse car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

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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