Washington, D.C.

Cheap Car Hire in Washington, D.C. from ₹ 2,119

Washington, D.C., DC, United States
7 Oct — 14 Oct
Same drop-off
Driver's age: 26-65
Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Sat 7/10
Noon
Sat 14/10
Noon

Washington, D.C. car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 91

Average price per day

₹ 57

Cheapest price per day

₹ 33

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

January

₹ 4,155

February

₹ 4,155

March

₹ 4,903

April

₹ 4,737

May

₹ 4,820

June

₹ 4,820

July

₹ 5,069

August

₹ 4,986

September

₹ 4,404

October

₹ 5,318

November

₹ 5,069

December

₹ 5,235

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. 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.

Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

There are currently 56 hire locations operating in Washington, D.C. spread across 16 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. is Small at ₹ 2,119 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compare available car types for rental in Washington, D.C.

Small

₹ 3,709 - ₹ 12,406

All Car Types

₹ 8,212 - ₹ 13,444

To hire a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,722/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 3,709/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 12,406/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. Small hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,729/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 5,608/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 9,769/day). In fact, September is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Medium car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. Medium hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,861/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 6,115/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 17,109/day). In fact, August is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Large car is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. Large hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,526/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 7,426/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 14,477/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a SUV car is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a Van car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 16,233/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a Van car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 5,406/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~₹ 23,118/day). In fact, October is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Van car is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a Luxury car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,735/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a Luxury car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 4,517/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~₹ 12,479/day). In fact, August is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Luxury car saves you 54% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a Convertible car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,205/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a Convertible car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₹ 7,390/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 16,643/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Convertible hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Convertible car saves you 40% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i10₹ 2,119/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i20₹ 2,147/day
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Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Washington, D.C., including Avis, Budget and Hertz. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Avis

6.6
Okay
103 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.9

Budget

6.3
Okay
195 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.8
Fair
440 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Alamo

7.9
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
76 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

National

8.7
Very Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Easirent

1 location

Dollar

2.0
Poor
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Washington, D.C. car rental deals found

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Car rental FAQs

What are petrol prices like in Washington, D.C.

The average price of petrol in Washington, D.C. is ₹ 91/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,114 and ₹ 5,942 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,772/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,726/day from Hertz, booked on Sep. 24.

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Washington, D.C.?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.7 rating), Alamo (7.9 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Washington, D.C..

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

Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Washington, D.C., offering car hire for around ₹ 21,467 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C. for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Washington, D.C. it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 36%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C. check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

The monthly cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. is ₹ 92,000 (₹ 3,067/day) on average.

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

It costs ₹ 2,208 for a weekend car hire in Washington, D.C., on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Washington, D.C. in October, prices are ₹ 8,874 per day on average.

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

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Washington, D.C. is Compact (Nissan Juke) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car rentals in Washington, D.C.

Arrive in style when you rent a luxury car in Washington, D.C. from the best rental car providers in the country.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Washington, D.C.. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.

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