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How far in advance should I hire a car in Seattle?

For the best savings on car hire in Seattle, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just R992/day – about 1 752% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Seattle?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Seattle is Dollar (rated 8.5/10 with 120 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.5/10 with 112 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Seattle?

At Seattle, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just R673. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 523 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Seattle, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just R673. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 523 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R708

February

R708

March

R673

April

R708

May

R797

June

R1 293

July

R1 523

August

R1 399

September

R1 010

October

R850

November

R726

December

R974

What car do most people hire in Seattle?

SUV cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Seattle. Intermediate cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Seattle?

Hertz has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Seattle at 8.

Top rental agencies in Seattle

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Seattle known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Seattle. Reviews were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Seattle area such as Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Dollar

8,5
Very Good
120 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,0

Thrifty

6,5
Okay
112 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,6

Hertz

5,1
Fair
362 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
80 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,6

Avis

7,2
Good
31 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,0

Sixt

7,2
Good
44 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

6,9
Okay
42 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,0

Alamo

7,4
Good
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Seattle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Seattle for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Seattle, offering car hire for around R3 222 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Seattle?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Seattle for a month is certainly possible.

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