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Cheap Car Hire in District of Columbia from $43
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 District of Columbia with a pick-up date of 16/11 and drop-off date of 4/12. 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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District of Columbia car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 22 October 2025.
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Popular car types in District of Columbia
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in District of Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 October 2025.
At $43/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in District of Columbia in the past week. Out of 362 car hire agencies operating in District of Columbia, there are, in total, 17,550 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
$43+
Compact
$44+
Intermediate
$53+
Standard
$46+
Full-size
$49+
People mover
$82+
Full-size SUV
$91+
Premium
$50+
Luxury
$68+
Premium SUV
$79+
Compact SUV
$49+
Intermediate SUV
$50+
Standard SUV
$51+
Compare car hire deals in District of Columbia by type
Here are the best District of Columbia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best District of Columbia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best District of Columbia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best District of Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best District of Columbia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best District of Columbia luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20$43/day
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Kia Picanto$44/day
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Best car hire deals found in District of Columbia
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in District of Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in District of Columbia with an average daily rate of $59. Data was last updated on 22 October 2025.
Hyundai i20$43/day
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Kia Picanto$44/day
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Hyundai i40$46/day
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Cheapflights insights for District of Columbia car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in District of Columbia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $63, which is about 19% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in District of Columbia?
Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in District of Columbia with deals as low as $37.19/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $53.60/day.
What is the best car rental company in District of Columbia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in District of Columbia is National (rated 9.3/10). Alamo (rated 7.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.
National
9.3
Alamo
7.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.4
Avis
6.1
What is the cheapest month to hire 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 $62/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in District of Columbia is July ($102/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
$69
February
$62
March
$71
April
$79
May
$91
June
$97
July
$102
August
$94
September
$71
October
$83
November
$75
December
$85
What car do most people hire in District of Columbia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in District of Columbia are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), SUV cars (Ford Escape or similar), and Full-size cars (Dodge Charger or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in District of Columbia?
Free2Move has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in District of Columbia at 10.
Top hire agencies in District of Columbia
Explore the leading car hire agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 22 October 2025.
National
2 locations
Alamo
1 location
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10 locations
Avis
7 locations
Budget
7 locations
Hertz
6 locations
Easirent
1 location
Dollar
3 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Dollar?
Hiring a car in District of Columbia for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $370/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in District of Columbia for a month is certainly possible.
Car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia
Browse car hires by fuel type in District of Columbia. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 22 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in District of Columbia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($36+).
Electric
$36+
Hybrid
$40+