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Cheap Car Hire in Washington from R486

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 16/2 and drop-off date of 18/2. 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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Washington car hires in 2025

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 17 gennaio 2025.

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 17 gennaio 2025.

January

R695

February

R695

March

R808

April

R808

May

R865

June

R1 335

July

R1 579

August

R1 467

September

R1 090

October

R902

November

R771

December

R1 034

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 17 gennaio 2025.

At R486/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, 17 170 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 024+

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 004+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 921+

Premium

Premium

R1 093+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 673+

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 17 gennaio 2025.

Small cars

R730 - R1 458

All Car Types

R730 - R1 928

To hire a small car in Washington, you would pay an average price of R812/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington (~R730/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 458/day). In fact, March is about 11% 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 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 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 R966/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington (~R637/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 456/day). In fact, April is about 35% 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 15% 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 R934/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington (~R725/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 090/day). In fact, October is about 23% 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 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R486/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR502/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 455/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 17 gennaio 2025.

Dollar

8,5
Very Good
119 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
114 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,6

Hertz

5,1
Fair
364 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
88 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,6

Avis

7,4
Good
31 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,3

Budget

7,3
Good
41 reviews6 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 R954. Data was last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.
Hyundai i20R486/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR502/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
BMW 3 SeriesR534/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.
  • 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 (R486/day), Europcar (R1 024/day), and Hertz (R1 597/day).

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

    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 Washington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Washington?

    The average price of petrol in Washington 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 Washington for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Washington. They can have you in a hire car for about R9 741 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 23% 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. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Washington. Deals were last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Washington. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R29+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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