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Cheap Car Hire in Washington from R492

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 22/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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 21 February 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

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 21 February 2025.

January

R737

February

R718

March

R774

April

R792

May

R848

June

R1 308

July

R1 548

August

R1 437

September

R1 050

October

R884

November

R755

December

R1 013

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington 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 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 21 February 2025.

At R492/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Washington in the past week. Out of 335 car hire agencies operating in Washington, there are, in total, 17 198 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Premium

Premium

Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice saloon

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate 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 21 February 2025.

Small cars

R715 - R1 429

All Car Types

R715 - R1 953

To hire a small car in Washington, you would pay an average price of R681/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington (~R715/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 429/day). In fact, March is about 4% 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 41% 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 R1 102/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington (~R624/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 407/day). In fact, April is about 44% 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 5% 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 R1 079/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington (~R711/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 048/day). In fact, October is about 35% 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 7% 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:

Volkswagen PoloR492/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR509/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 21 February 2025.

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
113 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Dollar

8,5
Very Good
134 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,9
Good
117 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,6

Sixt

7,2
Good
123 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

7,0
Good
172 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Thrifty

6,9
Okay
181 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,8

Hertz

5,3
Fair
382 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,4

Avis

7,0
Good
91 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,9

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 R603. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR492/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR509/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford EcoSportR536/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • 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 (9,1 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 R16,60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R747 and R1 078 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Washington. They can have you in a hire car for about R12 093 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 22% 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 21 February 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 (R31+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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