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Cheap Car Hire in Washington from $36

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 15/1 and drop-off date of 24/1. 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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Washington car hires in 2024

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 November 2024.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$82

Cheapest price per day

$36

Washington car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Washington, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 123 pickup locations in Washington to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Price

$59 - $102

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 November 2024.

January

$50

February

$56

March

$67

April

$66

May

$70

June

$107

July

$129

August

$119

September

$89

October

$73

November

$62

December

$69

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 21 November 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Washington this past week from 16,640 hire locations out of 328 hire agencies. Prices for a Washington small car hire start from $36/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 November 2024.

Small cars

$49 - $127

All Car Types

$70 - $159

To hire a small car in Washington, you would pay an average price of $82/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$127/day). In fact, February is about 41% 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, hiring a small car saves you 22% 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 $99/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$147/day). In fact, February is about 28% 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, 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 Washington medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Washington, you would pay an average price of $135/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington (~$104/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$193/day). In fact, September is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, hiring a large car is 23% 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 Washington large 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 $104/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$155/day). In fact, November is about 36% 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, hiring a SUV saves you 0% 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:

To hire a van in Washington, you would pay an average price of $156/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Washington (~$92/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$217/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, hiring a van is 34% 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 Washington, you would pay an average price of $172/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Washington (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$832/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, 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 Washington luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Washington, you would pay an average price of $115/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Washington (~$145/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$244/day). In fact, July is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Washington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, hiring a convertible is 9% 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.

Kia Picanto$36/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$39/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki Swift$41/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Top hire 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 November 2024.

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
119 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
137 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
165 reviews33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Sixt

7.2
Good
131 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Budget

7.1
Good
190 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Thrifty

7.0
Good
192 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Avis

6.9
Okay
104 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Hertz

5.4
Fair
448 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.5

Best Washington car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Washington. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Washington with an average daily rate of $94. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Kia Picanto$36/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$39/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki Swift$41/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $82/day when booking a car hire in Washington. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 17.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Washington from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox ($36/day), Hertz ($52/day), and Thrifty ($53/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 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 $1.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $62 and $90 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Washington for about $385 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Washington it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 34%). 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 Washington?

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

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Washington is $1,648 ($55/day) on average.

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Luxury car hires in Washington

Find luxury car hire deals in Washington from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Washington cost an average of $107 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$62/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$63/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$66/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Washington. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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