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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from $47

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 22/1 and drop-off date of 29/1. 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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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 17 gennaio 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$127

Cheapest price per day

$47

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 17 gennaio 2025.

January

$69

February

$65

March

$80

April

$86

May

$98

June

$101

July

$106

August

$80

September

$75

October

$85

November

$78

December

$88

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.

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 17 gennaio 2025.

At $47/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in District of Columbia in the past week. Out of 330 car hire agencies operating in District of Columbia, there are, in total, 17,170 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 17 gennaio 2025.

Small cars

$75 - $129

All Car Types

$86 - $150

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of $96/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$129/day). In fact, September is about 23% 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, hiring a small car 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 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 $101/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$131/day). In fact, February is about 24% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 10% 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 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 $130/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~$99/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$193/day). In fact, September is about 25% 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, hiring a large car is 16% 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 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 $113/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$150/day). In fact, November is about 17% 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, hiring a SUV 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of $151/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in District of Columbia (~$115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$358/day). In fact, June is about 24% 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, hiring a van is 27% 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.

To hire a luxury car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of $99/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in District of Columbia (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$340/day). In fact, December is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a luxury car saves you 11% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$49/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Corolla$59/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Kia Picanto$79/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top hire 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 17 gennaio 2025.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
264 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Dollar

4.8
Mediocre
125 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.9

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
37 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
52 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

Budget

5.7
Fair
72 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.2
Fair
78 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.2

National

9.4
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Alamo

7.1
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.0

Best District of Columbia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in District of Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in District of Columbia with an average daily rate of $69. Data was last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.
Kia Forte$47/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Kia Picanto$49/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Nissan Juke$55/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Juke

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 17 gennaio 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in District of Columbia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $127/day when booking a car hire in District of Columbia. The absolute best deal a user found was for $89/day from Sixt, booked on Jan. 12.

  • 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 rental car in District of Columbia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($47/day), Dollar ($59/day), and Thrifty ($61/day).

  • 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 (9.2 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 $1.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $65 and $94 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 Thrifty?

    Hiring a car in District of Columbia for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,241/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 44% on your car hire. For a below average price in District of Columbia, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in District of Columbia for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 68% on a month-long rental by booking with Sixt. Sixt is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in District of Columbia can cost you on average $5,318 a month or $177 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Luxury car hires in District of Columbia

Find luxury car hire deals in District of Columbia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in District of Columbia cost an average of $145 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$70/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$94/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$100/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia

Browse car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in District of Columbia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($38+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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