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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 July 18, 2026.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

₱67.11

Average price per day

₱2,937

Cheapest price per day

₱2,233
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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 July 18, 2026.
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Economy

Economy

₱7,863+

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Compact

Compact

₱6,508+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₱6,844+

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Full-size

Full-size

₱8,434+

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Minivan

Minivan

₱10,435+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱7,165+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₱8,120+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₱8,571+

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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 ₱2,955/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 4,980% 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 ₱31.68/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at ₱32.37/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 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 rent a car in Washington, D.C. is January where you can expect to pay ₱2,832/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is June (₱4,679/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

₱2,832

February

₱2,894

March

₱3,509

April

₱3,448

May

₱4,002

June

₱4,679

July

₱4,618

August

₱3,756

September

₱2,832

October

₱3,386

November

₱3,386

December

₱3,633

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: Economy rentals (Ford Fiesta or similar), SUV rentals (Ford Expedition or similar), and Passenger van rentals (Chrysler Town & Country or similar).

Which car rental 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 July 18, 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

5.1

Value

5.5

Thrifty

2.3
Poor
51 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 July 18, 2026.

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱2,937/day when booking a rental car in Washington, D.C.. The best deal a user found was for ₱2,233/day from Sixt, booked on Jul. 11.

  • 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 ₱18,239/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 Sixt can potentially be 34% below the average car rental price in Washington, D.C.. Check prices and availability for Sixt and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. is on average ₱78,167 a month or ₱2,606 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.. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Washington, D.C.. Deals were last updated on July 18, 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₱187+).

Electric

Electric

₱422+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₱187+

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