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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from R578

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 25/11 and drop-off date of 2/12. 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 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 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R593

Cheapest price per day

R578

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 20 November 2024.

January

R720

February

R738

March

R900

April

R972

May

R1 099

June

R1 135

July

R1 189

August

R900

September

R846

October

R954

November

R864

December

R900

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 20 November 2024.

There are currently 16 628 hire locations operating in District of Columbia spread across 328 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in District of Columbia is small car at R578 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 043+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

R630 - R1 509

All Car Types

R616 - R2 119

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R826/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~R630/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 509/day). In fact, May is about 24% 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 29% 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 176/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~R616/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 175/day). In fact, February is about 48% 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 is 2% 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. 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 R785/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~R728/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 266/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 33% 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 008/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~R616/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 320/day). In fact, February is about 39% 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 13% 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:

Toyota Corolla QuestR578/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR627/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 20 November 2024.

Hertz

5,3
Fair
267 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,4

Dollar

4,8
Mediocre
127 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,9

Overall

4,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

5,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,2
Good
36 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

7,1

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

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

6,0

Thrifty

5,2
Fair
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,3

National

9,2
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

7,2
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

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 R682. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Toyota Corolla QuestR578/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Audi A3R584/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota Corolla QuestR627/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in District of Columbia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R593/day when booking a car hire in District of Columbia. The absolute best deal a user found was for R557/day from Budget, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in District of Columbia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in District of Columbia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (R584/day), Avis (R602/day), and Dollar (R627/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,4 rating), National (8,1 rating) and Carl's (8,0 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 R16,22/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R730 and R1 054 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 R4 151 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in District of Columbia for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 7% below the average car hire price in District of Columbia. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in District of Columbia is on average R17 789 a month or R593 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your District of Columbia car hire.

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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 20 November 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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