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Cheap Car Hire in Wilmington

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

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

January

$84

February

$86

March

$92

April

$99

May

$97

June

$102

July

$107

August

$92

September

$88

October

$102

November

$104

December

$99

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wilmington 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Wilmington

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

Small cars

$55 - $313

All Car Types

$55 - $107

To hire a small car in Wilmington, the United States, you would pay an average price of $63/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wilmington, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$313/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wilmington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wilmington, hiring a small car 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.

Top hire agencies in Wilmington

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wilmington known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wilmington. Reviews were last updated on 22 January 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Wilmington, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and National. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
19 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.9
Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

National

7.9
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.4

Dollar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.3

Alamo

7.7
Good
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Thrifty

6.9
Okay
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Avis

6.7
Okay
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Budget

6.2
Okay
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wilmington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wilmington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating), Hertz (7.9 rating) and Alamo (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wilmington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wilmington?

    The average price of petrol in Wilmington 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 Wilmington for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Wilmington for about $489 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Wilmington 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 33% to make it a great deal in Wilmington. Try to book at least 70 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 Wilmington?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Wilmington for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Wilmington?

    Chevrolet Malibu, which is a Full-size vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Wilmington according to Cheapflights users.

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