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District of Columbia car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 March 2026.

Most common car type

Intermediate
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Cheapflights insights for District of Columbia car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in District of Columbia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia?

Book your rental car in District of Columbia 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around S$ 57/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 6% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in District of Columbia?

Looking to hire a car in District of Columbia? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only S$ 39.72/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at S$ 49.71/day.

What is the best car rental company in District of Columbia?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in District of Columbia is National (rated 9.3/10). Alamo (rated 8.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
9.3
Alamo
Alamo
8.2
Avis
Avis
6.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.7

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in District of Columbia is February, when you can expect to pay S$ 55/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is July (S$ 84/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

S$ 59

February

S$ 55

March

S$ 59

April

S$ 64

May

S$ 75

June

S$ 80

July

S$ 84

August

S$ 77

September

S$ 59

October

S$ 70

November

S$ 70

December

S$ 75

What car do most people rent in District of Columbia?

Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting District of Columbia. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in District of Columbia?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move have 11 locations in District of Columbia, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in District of Columbia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 5 March 2026.

National

2 locations
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Alamo

1 location
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Avis

7 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

11 locations
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Budget

7 locations
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Hertz

6 locations
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Easirent

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

5.0

Dollar

3 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 March 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in District of Columbia, offering car hire for around S$ 508 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in District of Columbia.

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