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Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from S$ 52

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, D.C. with a pick-up date of 15-9 and drop-off date of 29-9. 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, D.C. car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Washington, D.C.. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 July 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.41

Average price per day

S$ 66

Cheapest price per day

S$ 52
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Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Washington, D.C. and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 July 2026.
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There are currently 73 hire locations operating in Washington, D.C. spread across 20 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. is medium car at S$ 52 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

S$ 52+

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Compact

Compact

S$ 52+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 50+

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Standard

Standard

S$ 52+

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Full-size

Full-size

S$ 61+

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People carrier

People carrier

S$ 73+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 81+

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Luxury

Luxury

S$ 101+

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Best car rental deals found in Washington, D.C.

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of S$ 68. Data was last updated on 18 July 2026.
Peugeot 508S$ 52/day
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Peugeot 508
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Volkswagen PoloS$ 52/day
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Volkswagen Polo
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Mazda Mazda3S$ 52/day
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Mazda Mazda3
Found 07/16/26

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Washington, D.C., including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Washington, D.C., book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 62, which is about 5% cheaper than the typical rate.

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

Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in Washington, D.C. with deals as low as S$ 31.68/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 32.37/day.

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

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Washington, D.C. is Hertz (rated 5.0/10 with 204 reviews). Avis (rated 5.8/10 with 37 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
5.0
Avis
Avis
5.8
Budget
Budget
5.2
Thrifty
Thrifty
2.3

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is January, when you can expect to pay S$ 59/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (S$ 98/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$ 61

March

S$ 74

April

S$ 72

May

S$ 84

June

S$ 98

July

S$ 94

August

S$ 79

September

S$ 59

October

S$ 71

November

S$ 71

December

S$ 76

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington, D.C.?

Both Avis and NextCar have 7 locations in Washington, D.C., more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 18 July 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
204 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Avis

5.8
Fair
37 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.3

Budget

5.2
Fair
58 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.5

Thrifty

2.3
Poor
51 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

3.8

Comfort

3.3

Overall

2.3

Pick-up/drop-off

2.8

Value

2.6

National

2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Sixt

1 location
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
17 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 July 2026.

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 66/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 46/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 11.

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

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Washington, D.C.. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about S$ 324 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 34% below the average car hire price in Washington, D.C.. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Washington, D.C. is on average S$ 1,389 a month or S$ 46 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Washington, D.C. car hire.

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

    S$ 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Washington, D.C.. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as S$ 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on 18 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (S$ 48+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 48+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 56+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 194+

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