Washington, D.C.

Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from C$ 42

Washington, D.C., DC, United States
3 Oct — 10 Oct
Same drop-off
Driver's age: 26-65
Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Tue 3/10
Noon
Tue 10/10
Noon

Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.49

Average price per day

C$ 49

Cheapest price per day

C$ 29

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

January

C$ 67

February

C$ 67

March

C$ 79

April

C$ 76

May

C$ 78

June

C$ 78

July

C$ 82

August

C$ 80

September

C$ 71

October

C$ 86

November

C$ 82

December

C$ 84

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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, D.C.

In Washington, D.C., there are 56 active rental locations from 16 car rental companies. Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Washington, D.C. in the past week - currently priced from C$ 42/day. View deals for 5 car types available to rent in this destination:

Compare available car types for rental in Washington, D.C.

Small Cars

C$ 62 - C$ 155

All Car Types

C$ 81 - C$ 128

To rent a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 87/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~C$ 155/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Small car saves you 19% 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, D.C. Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 84/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 105/day). In fact, February is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Medium 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, D.C. Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 108/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 189/day). In fact, April is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Large car is 1% 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 rent a SUV car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 100/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 79/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 142/day). In fact, September is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a SUV car saves you 7% 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, D.C. SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 151/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a Van car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 99/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 196/day). In fact, March is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Van car is 29% 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, D.C. Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 104/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 75/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 130/day). In fact, January is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Luxury car saves you 3% 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, D.C. Luxury rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Convertible car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 93/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a Convertible car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~C$ 106/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 204/day). In fact, September is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Convertible rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a Convertible 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.

Toyota YarisC$ 42/day
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Toyota Yaris
Hyundai AccentC$ 56/day
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Hyundai Accent
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 56/day
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Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Washington, D.C., including Avis, Budget and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Avis

6.6
Okay
103 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.9

Budget

6.3
Okay
195 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.8
Fair
440 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Alamo

7.9
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
76 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

National

8.7
Very good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Easirent

1 location

Dollar

2.0
Poor
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Washington, D.C. car rental deals found

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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Washington, D.C.?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 66/day when booking a rental car in Washington, D.C.. The best deal a user found was for C$ 40/day from Thrifty, booked on Sep. 17.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Washington, D.C.?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C. from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo (C$ 43/day), Budget (C$ 56/day), and Avis (C$ 56/day).

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Washington, D.C.?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.7 rating), Alamo (7.9 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Washington, D.C..

What are gas prices like in Washington, D.C.?

The average gas price in Washington, D.C. is C$ 1.49/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 67 and C$ 96 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Thrifty?

Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Washington, D.C.. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 415 per week.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Washington, D.C. for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Washington, D.C..

How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a month?

Prices can be as low as C$ 1,780 if you consider booking with Thrifty. That price represents savings of 48% compared to the Washington, D.C. average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. is on average C$ 1,780 (C$ 59/day).

How much is a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a weekend?

C$ 149 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Washington, D.C., though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Washington, D.C., then opt for a Intermediate rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of October, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 54/day.

What car do most people rent in Washington, D.C.?

Kia Rio, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Washington, D.C. according to Cheapflights users.

Luxury car rentals in Washington, D.C.

Arrive in style when you rent a luxury car in Washington, D.C. from the best rental car providers in the country.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Washington, D.C.. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.

Van rentals in Washington, D.C.

Some people need a little more room to get around comfortably on vacation. Find deals like the ones below for Washington, D.C. van rentals.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Washington, D.C.. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.

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