Washington, D.C.

Cheap Car Hire in Washington, D.C. from $50

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 12/8 and drop-off date of 15/8. 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 hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Washington, D.C.. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of petrol per litre

$1.68

Average price per day

$82

Cheapest price per day

$50

Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Washington, D.C. and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 June 2026.

There are 20 hire agencies servicing Washington, D.C.. These agencies, altogether, have 73 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. with prices from $50 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Washington, D.C.:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

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

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of $70. Data was last updated on 14 June 2026.
Hyundai i20$50/day
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Hyundai i20
Suzuki Swift$51/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Swift
Tesla Model 3$53/day
5
7
4
M
A/C
Tesla Model 3

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car hires

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.?

Book your car hire in Washington, D.C. 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $67/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 16% off the average price.

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

Sixt is currently the cheapest car hire company in Washington, D.C. with deals as low as $37.09/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $71.06/day.

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

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Washington, D.C. is Hertz (rated 5.0/10 with 207 reviews). Avis (rated 5.9/10 with 38 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire 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 $65/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June ($95/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

$65

February

$67

March

$81

April

$79

May

$92

June

$95

July

$95

August

$85

September

$65

October

$78

November

$78

December

$84

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

The most popular types of cars to hire in Washington, D.C. are the following: SUV cars (Nissan Rogue or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar), and Compact cars (Hyundai Kona or similar).

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 car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Washington, D.C.

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
207 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.1

Avis

5.9
Fair
38 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Budget

5.2
Fair
59 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.5

Thrifty

2.3
Poor
54 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.8

Comfort

3.3

Overall

2.3

Pick-up/drop-off

2.8

Value

2.6

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
17 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington, D.C.?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $82/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for $46/day from Turo, booked on Jun. 13.

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

    From Avis you can hire a car in Washington, D.C. from about $573 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Washington, D.C. however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    You can potentially save up to 63% on a month-long rental by booking with Turo. Turo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Washington, D.C. can cost you on average $2,454 a month or $82 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    $0 is typically the average cost for a hire 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 Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $86/day.

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

Browse car hires by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($39+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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