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 9 June 2025.
January
R816
February
R710
March
R816
April
R905
May
R1 065
June
R1 065
July
R1 136
August
R870
September
R816
October
R941
November
R870
December
R976
Compare available car types for rental in Washington, D.C.
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 9 June 2025.
Small cars | R729 - R1 801 | |
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All Car Types | R650 - R2 244 |
To hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 008/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R729/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 801/day). In fact, November is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a small car saves you 13% 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 hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 085/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R600/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 443/day). In fact, November is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a medium car saves you 6% 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 hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R950/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R718/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 240/day). In fact, August is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a large car saves you 18% 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 hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of R1 107/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States (~R597/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 339/day). In fact, May is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., renting a SUV saves you 4% 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 hire agencies in Washington, D.C. known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington, D.C.. Reviews were last updated on 9 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Washington, D.C. area such as Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, D.C., including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Avis?
Avis is one of the top picks in Washington, D.C.. They can have you in a hire car for about R7 833 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.