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Cheap Car Hire in Virginia from $81

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 Virginia 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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Virginia car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Virginia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most common car type

Compact

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Virginia 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 January 2025.

January

$61

February

$72

March

$91

April

$93

May

$104

June

$104

July

$106

August

$88

September

$86

October

$86

November

$94

December

$86

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Virginia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

In Virginia, there are 17,170 active hire locations from 330 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Virginia in the past week - currently priced from $81/day. View deals for 7 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Virginia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Virginia 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 January 2025.

Small cars

$63 - $179

All Car Types

$60 - $193

To hire a small car in Virginia, you would pay an average price of $90/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Virginia (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$179/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Virginia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Virginia, hiring a small car saves you 24% 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 Virginia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Virginia, you would pay an average price of $62/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Virginia (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$183/day). In fact, February is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Virginia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Virginia, hiring a medium car saves you 48% 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 Virginia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Virginia, you would pay an average price of $83/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Virginia (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$246/day). In fact, June is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Virginia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Virginia, hiring a large car saves you 31% 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 Virginia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Virginia, you would pay an average price of $81/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Virginia (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$190/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Virginia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Virginia, hiring a SUV saves you 32% 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 Virginia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Virginia, you would pay an average price of $78/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Virginia (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$215/day). In fact, November is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Virginia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Virginia, hiring a van saves you 35% 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.

Hyundai Accent Hatch$81/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Skoda Fabia$132/day
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Skoda Fabia
Toyota Auris$153/day
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Toyota Auris

Top hire agencies in Virginia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Virginia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Virginia. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Virginia, including those serving the Roanoke, Norfolk and Newport News area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

7.8
Good
140 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.6

Dollar

6.3
Okay
146 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
275 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Avis

6.1
Okay
134 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.9
Fair
134 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
91 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Sixt

7.9
Good
38 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
74 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.8

Best Virginia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Virginia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Virginia with an average daily rate of $140. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Virginia, including locations near Roanoke, Norfolk and Newport News. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$81/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Avante$85/day
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Hyundai Avante
Toyota Corolla$85/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Virginia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Virginia?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Virginia from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($85/day), Avis ($96/day), and Turo ($119/day).

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

    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 Virginia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Virginia?

    The average price of petrol in Virginia 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 Virginia for a week from Dollar?

    From Dollar you can hire a car in Virginia from about $600 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Virginia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 36%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Virginia it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

Small car hires in Virginia

Find small car hire deals in Virginia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Virginia cost an average of $86 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Mitsubishi Mirage$86/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage

Luxury car hires in Virginia

Find luxury car hire deals in Virginia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Virginia cost an average of $167 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
To help you decide on a luxury car hire in Virginia, we've assembled the following deals, including options close to Roanoke, Norfolk and Newport News. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$103/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$116/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$122/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Virginia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Virginia. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

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

Electric

Electric

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