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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 March 9, 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

₱51.35

Average price per day

₱2,704

Cheapest price per day

₱2,246
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Cheapflights insights for Washington, D.C. car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Washington, D.C., including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

Book your rental car in Washington, D.C. 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,656/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 4,779% off the average price.

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

In Washington, D.C., the most affordable rental car company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just ₱1,946.22/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at ₱2,378.78/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 230 reviews). Dollar (rated 3.1/10 with 109 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
5.0
Dollar
Dollar
3.1
Avis
Avis
6.1
Budget
Budget
5.4

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is January where you can expect to pay ₱2,715/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is July (₱3,895/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.

January

₱2,715

February

₱2,774

March

₱2,774

April

₱2,951

May

₱3,482

June

₱3,718

July

₱3,895

August

₱3,541

September

₱2,715

October

₱3,246

November

₱3,246

December

₱3,482

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

The most popular types of cars to rent in Washington, D.C. are the following: Passenger van rentals (Ford Transit or similar), Full-size rentals (Ford Transit or similar), and Economy rentals (Ford Fiesta or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Washington, D.C.?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move have 11 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 March 9, 2026.

Hertz

5.0
Fair
230 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.1

Dollar

3.1
Poor
109 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

3.7

Comfort

3.7

Overall

3.1

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

3.7

Avis

6.1
Okay
40 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.6

Budget

5.4
Fair
61 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.7

Thrifty

2.2
Poor
61 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

3.4

Comfort

3.4

Overall

2.2

Pick-up/drop-off

2.2

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

8.2
Very good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.7
Fair
17 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

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 March 9, 2026.

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,704/day when booking a rental car in Washington, D.C.. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,246/day from Thrifty, booked on Mar. 7.

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

    Renting a car in Washington, D.C. for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around ₱18,341/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.

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

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 25% below the average car rental price in Washington, D.C.. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. is on average ₱78,604 a month or ₱2,620 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Washington, D.C. car rental.

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

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on March 9, 2026.
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Hybrid

Hybrid

₱70+

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