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Cheapest time to rent a car in Washington, D.C.

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Washington, D.C. 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 June 6, 2025.

January

₱2,557

February

₱2,223

March

₱2,557

April

₱2,835

May

₱3,335

June

₱3,335

July

₱3,613

August

₱2,723

September

₱2,557

October

₱2,946

November

₱2,723

December

₱3,057

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

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Washington, D.C. to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on June 6, 2025.

Small cars

₱1,769 - ₱5,144

All Car Types

₱1,748 - ₱5,404

To rent a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,836/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₱1,769/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~₱5,144/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a small car saves you 23% 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 rent a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,230/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₱1,728/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~₱5,386/day). In fact, February is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a medium car saves you 39% 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 rent a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,342/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₱1,966/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~₱6,065/day). In fact, September is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a large car saves you 9% 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 rent a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱3,307/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₱2,054/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~₱5,621/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a SUV saves you 10% 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 rent a van in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of ₱2,987/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in Washington, D.C., the United States (~₱4,584/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~₱6,956/day). In fact, August is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Washington, D.C., renting a van saves you 19% 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.

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 June 6, 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Washington, D.C. area such as Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
267 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

Dollar

2.9
Poor
123 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.6

Comfort

3.3

Overall

2.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.0

Value

3.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
31 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Avis

6.4
Okay
49 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Budget

5.6
Fair
71 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.9

Thrifty

3.2
Poor
75 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.2

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

3.7

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.5
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.3

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 June 6, 2025.
  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Hertz?

    Renting a car in Washington, D.C. for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around ₱15,927/week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Washington, D.C. it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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