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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia

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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 15 April 2025.

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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 15 April 2025.

January

R870

February

R756

March

R870

April

R1 021

May

R1 135

June

R1 173

July

R1 229

August

R946

September

R870

October

R1 002

November

R927

December

R1 040

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.

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 15 April 2025.

Small cars

R822 - R1 919

All Car Types

R782 - R2 241

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 083/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~R822/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 919/day). In fact, October is about 25% 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 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.

To hire a medium car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R1 156/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~R639/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 284/day). In fact, November is about 45% 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 6% 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 R937/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~R765/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 380/day). In fact, August is about 19% 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 24% 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 R1 192/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~R688/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 437/day). In fact, October is about 43% 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 3% 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 van in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of R700/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in District of Columbia (~R1 116/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R1 773/day). In fact, September is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, renting a van saves you 43% 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.

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 15 April 2025.

Hertz

5,3
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

5,4

Dollar

4,7
Mediocre
123 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
35 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,2

Avis

6,4
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,8

Budget

5,6
Fair
73 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,9

Thrifty

5,1
Fair
74 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

5,9

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

4,9

Value

5,1

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

9,0

Alamo

7,3
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

7,2

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 15 April 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 (9,0 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 R17,03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R766 and R1 107 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 Hertz?

    Hertz 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 R7 190 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 43%). 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 15 April 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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