Wilmington

Cheap Car Hire in Wilmington, DE

Wilmington, DE, United States
24 Apr — 1 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Wilmington, DE, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wilmington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wilmington, DE and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 April 2024.

January

$62

February

$65

March

$74

April

$80

May

$82

June

$90

July

$94

August

$91

September

$74

October

$77

November

$71

December

$68

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wilmington is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for hire in Wilmington, DE

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Wilmington, DE to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 April 2024.

Top hire agencies in Wilmington, DE

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wilmington, DE known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wilmington, DE. Reviews were last updated on 17 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Wilmington area such as National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

National

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
19 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.7

Budget

6.0
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Thrifty

1 location
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Avis

5.5
Fair
5 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.5

Hertz

5.3
Fair
28 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.3

Alamo

1 location
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VIPCars Recommendation

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wilmington, DE, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wilmington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Budget (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wilmington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wilmington?

    The average price of petrol in Wilmington is $1.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Wilmington for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 65% on a hire car in Wilmington. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Wilmington it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Wilmington?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Wilmington is Economy (Chevrolet Spark) based on our Cheapflights data.

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