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Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from RM 212

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 5/7 and drop-off date of 17/7. 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 10 June 2026.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.16

Average price per day

RM 192

Cheapest price per day

RM 212
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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 10 June 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 small car at RM 212 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 212+

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People carrier

People carrier

RM 270+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 218+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 230+

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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 220. Data was last updated on 10 June 2026.
Proton PersonaRM 212/day
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Proton Persona
Found 06/08/26
Honda HR-VRM 218/day
5
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Honda HR-V
Found 06/08/26
Hyundai Santa FeRM 230/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Santa Fe
Found 06/08/26

Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

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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 191/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 235% off the average price.

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

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in Washington, D.C. with deals as low as RM 26.05/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as RM 27.61/day.

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 209 reviews). Avis (rated 5.9/10 with 38 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
5.0
Avis
Avis
5.9
Budget
Budget
5.3
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 187/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Washington, D.C. is June (RM 272/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 187

February

RM 191

March

RM 231

April

RM 227

May

RM 264

June

RM 272

July

RM 272

August

RM 244

September

RM 187

October

RM 223

November

RM 223

December

RM 240

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 10 June 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
209 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.1

Avis

5.9
Fair
38 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Budget

5.3
Fair
61 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

Thrifty

2.3
Poor
55 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

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

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 10 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 RM 192/day when booking a car hire in Washington, D.C.. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 128/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 8.

  • 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 1,346 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 5,770. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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