Seattle

Cheap Car Hire in Seattle from $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 Seattle with a pick-up date of 27/10 and drop-off date of 4/11. 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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Seattle car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Seattle. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 September 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.41

Average price per day

$85

Cheapest price per day

$52

Popular car types in Seattle

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Seattle and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 September 2025.

At $52/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Seattle in the past week. Out of 28 car hire agencies operating in Seattle, there are, in total, 66 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare car hire deals in Seattle by type

Here are the best Seattle small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla$52/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Skoda Fabia$57/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia

Best car hire deals found in Seattle

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Seattle. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Seattle with an average daily rate of $62. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Toyota Corolla$52/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
MG 6$55/day
5
M
A/C
MG 6
Mitsubishi ASX$55/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX

Cheapflights insights for Seattle car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Seattle?

For the best savings on car hire in Seattle, make your reservation 2 days before pickup. The average price then is just $79/day – about 50% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Seattle?

Looking to hire a car in Seattle? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $43.26/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $47.60/day.

What is the best car rental company in Seattle?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Seattle is Dollar (rated 8.5/10 with 113 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.4/10 with 111 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Seattle?

Planning to hire a car in Seattle? March is the cheapest month, costing about $57 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $123. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$58

February

$58

March

$57

April

$60

May

$66

June

$103

July

$123

August

$115

September

$84

October

$73

November

$64

December

$81

What car do most people hire in Seattle?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Seattle are the following: SUV cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar), Intermediate cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), and Full-size cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Seattle?

Hertz has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Seattle at 8.

Top hire agencies in Seattle

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Seattle known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Seattle. Reviews were last updated on 18 September 2025.

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
113 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
111 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Hertz

5.0
Fair
350 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
65 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Avis

7.2
Good
30 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.1
Good
39 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.9

Budget

6.9
Okay
43 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Alamo

7.5
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Seattle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Seattle?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $85/day when booking a car hire in Seattle. The absolute best deal a user found was for $56/day from Turo, booked on Sep. 14.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Seattle for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo offers hire cars in Seattle for about $594 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Seattle?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Seattle check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Seattle for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Seattle can be found for $2,546. You can find car hire deals to be on average $85 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Seattle for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Seattle, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Compact hire in Seattle is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for October, it will cost approximately $164 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Seattle

Browse car hires by fuel type in Seattle. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Seattle. Deals were last updated on 18 September 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Seattle. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($35+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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