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Cheap Car Hire in Seattle from $37

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 Seattle with a pick-up date of 19/1 and drop-off date of 15/2. 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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Seattle car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Seattle. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.44

Average price per day

$109

Cheapest price per day

$37

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Seattle 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 22 December 2024.

January

$52

February

$59

March

$68

April

$68

May

$73

June

$111

July

$134

August

$124

September

$92

October

$76

November

$65

December

$81

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Seattle and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

At $37/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Seattle in the past week. Out of 25 car hire agencies operating in Seattle, there are, in total, 64 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for hire in Seattle

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Seattle to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 December 2024.

Small cars

$54 - $135

All Car Types

$76 - $155

To hire a small car in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Seattle, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$135/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a small car saves you 21% 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 Seattle small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $102/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Seattle, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$164/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring 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. Here are the best Seattle medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $140/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Seattle, the United States (~$101/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$183/day). In fact, January is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a large car is 24% 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 Seattle large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $107/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Seattle, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$151/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a SUV saves you 1% 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 Seattle SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $168/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Seattle, the United States (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$240/day). In fact, February is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a van is 36% 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 Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $178/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Seattle, the United States (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$866/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a luxury car is 40% 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 Seattle luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Seattle, the United States, you would pay an average price of $124/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Seattle, the United States (~$151/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$285/day). In fact, July is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Seattle. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Seattle, hiring a convertible is 14% 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.

Toyota Yaris$37/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$39/day
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Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Seattle

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Seattle known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Seattle. Reviews were last updated on 22 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Seattle, including Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz in Seattle. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

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
368 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

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

7.2
Good
31 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.2
Good
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Budget

7.0
Good
41 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Alamo

7.6
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Best Seattle car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Seattle. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Seattle with an average daily rate of $50. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Seattle we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris$37/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$39/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Elantra$43/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Seattle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Seattle?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $109/day when booking a car hire in Seattle. The absolute best deal a user found was for $74/day from Provider's pick, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Seattle?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Seattle from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox ($37/day), Dollar ($43/day), and Alamo ($62/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.4 rating), Dollar (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Seattle.

  • What are petrol prices like in Seattle?

    The average price of petrol in Seattle is $1.44/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 Seattle for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Seattle for about $583 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 28% in Seattle - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Seattle for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Seattle can be found for $2,500. You can find car hire deals to be on average $83 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Seattle for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Seattle, you can expect the average price to be around $60. Usually a Economy hire in Seattle is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for January, it will cost approximately $140 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Seattle

Browse car hires by fuel type in Seattle. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Seattle. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Seattle. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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