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Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from RM 184

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 6/9 and drop-off date of 3/10. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Washington, D.C.. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 July 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.46

Average price per day

RM 207

Cheapest price per day

RM 184
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Popular car types in Washington, D.C.

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Washington, D.C. and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 July 2026.
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There are currently 73 hire locations operating in Washington, D.C. spread across 20 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. is medium car at RM 184 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 197+

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Compact

Compact

RM 197+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 184+

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Full-size

Full-size

RM 192+

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People carrier

People carrier

RM 259+

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Premium

Premium

RM 336+

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Luxury

Luxury

RM 339+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 363+

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

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of RM 242. Data was last updated on 21 July 2026.
Proton PrevéRM 184/day
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A/C
Proton Prevé
Found 07/20/26
Hyundai SonataRM 192/day
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A/C
Hyundai Sonata
Found 07/20/26
Proton SagaRM 197/day
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A/C
Proton Saga
Found 07/20/26

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

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 RM 196/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 237% off the average price.

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

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Washington, D.C. is Hertz (rated 5.0/10 with 204 reviews). Avis (rated 5.8/10 with 37 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
5.0
Avis
Avis
5.8
Budget
Budget
5.2
Thrifty
Thrifty
2.3

What is the cheapest month to rent 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 RM 188/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (RM 311/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

RM 188

February

RM 192

March

RM 233

April

RM 229

May

RM 266

June

RM 311

July

RM 307

August

RM 249

September

RM 188

October

RM 225

November

RM 225

December

RM 241

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 rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Washington, D.C.

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 21 July 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
204 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Avis

5.8
Fair
37 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.3

Budget

5.2
Fair
58 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.4

Thrifty

2.3
Poor
49 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

3.8

Comfort

3.3

Overall

2.3

Pick-up/drop-off

2.8

Value

2.6

National

2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Sixt

1 location
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
17 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 July 2026.

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 207/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 181/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 18.

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

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Washington, D.C. from about RM 1,544 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a month is RM 6,615. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    RM 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Washington, D.C.. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 0 per day.

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

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on 21 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 63+

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