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Cheap Car Hire in Washington from R472

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 Washington with a pick-up date of 18/1 and drop-off date of 20/1. 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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Washington car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Washington. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Most common car type

Full-size

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Washington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Washington 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 19 12月 2024.

January

R597

February

R670

March

R779

April

R779

May

R833

June

R1 268

July

R1 521

August

R1 413

September

R1 050

October

R869

November

R742

December

R887

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington 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 Washington

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Washington and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

At R472/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Washington in the past week. Out of 330 car hire agencies operating in Washington, there are, in total, 17 154 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

R1 489+

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 597+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 420+

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 085+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Washington

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Washington to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Small cars

R582 - R1 562

All Car Types

R582 - R1 857

To hire a small car in Washington, you would pay an average price of R966/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington (~R582/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 562/day). In fact, January is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, renting a small car saves you 14% 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 Washington small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Washington, you would pay an average price of R923/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington (~R614/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 275/day). In fact, April is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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 Washington medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Washington, you would pay an average price of R982/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington (~R776/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 013/day). In fact, December is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, 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 Washington SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R472/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR488/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 398/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Washington

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Washington known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington. Reviews were last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Dollar

8,5
Very Good
120 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,1

Thrifty

6,6
Okay
115 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,7

Hertz

5,1
Fair
373 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
98 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,6

Avis

7,5
Good
35 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,4

Budget

7,3
Good
43 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,2

Sixt

6,9
Okay
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

7,0

Alamo

7,7
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,4

Best Washington car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Washington. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Washington with an average daily rate of R805. Data was last updated on 19 12月 2024.
Hyundai i20R472/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR488/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR503/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 12月 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Washington?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Washington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (R472/day), Europcar (R854/day), and Thrifty (R1 420/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8,4 rating), Silvercar (8,2 rating) and National (8,1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Washington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Washington?

    The average price of petrol in Washington is R16,31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R734 and R1 060 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington for a week from Fox?

    Fox is one of the top picks in Washington. They can have you in a hire car for about R7 040 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 29% to make it a great deal in Washington. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

Car hires by fuel type in Washington

Browse car hires by fuel type in Washington. Deals were last updated on 19 12月 2024.

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

Electric

Electric

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