Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C. from $34
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Washington, D.C. with a pick-up date of 10/25 and drop-off date of 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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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 August 26, 2026.
Most popular company | TURO |
|---|---|
Price of gas per gallon | $4.35 |
Average price per day | $69 |
Cheapest price per day | $34 |
Best car rental deals found in Washington, D.C.
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Washington, D.C.. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Washington, D.C. with an average daily rate of $44. Data was last updated on August 26, 2026.
Ford Fiesta$34/day
Kia Sportage$35/day
Subaru Outback$38/day
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 $50/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 16% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Washington, D.C.?
Looking to rent a car in Washington, D.C.? Turo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $34.62/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $37.88/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 200 reviews). Avis (rated 5.8/10 with 35 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Hertz
5.0
Avis
5.8
Budget
5.0
Thrifty
2.7
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C., the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $46. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $79 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Washington, D.C., the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $46. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $79 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$46
February
$47
March
$57
April
$56
May
$65
June
$77
July
$79
August
$69
September
$48
October
$55
November
$55
December
$59
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: SUV rentals (BMW X5 or similar), Standard rentals (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Malibu 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.
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 August 26, 2026.
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Reviews
Locations
Hertz
200 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.9
Comfort
5.9
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/drop-off
5.1
Value
5.2
Recent reviews
2.0
|Mar 2025Not good. I had a change of plans. Brought back car a day earlier. Hardly put any miles on and they charged by about 2x the price quoted. I informed the person picking up the car about change in plans. She said. Dont worry. We will over ride the system when I drop off the vehicle. No extra charges and it will be less than the quoted price. I was told when I picked up the car. Drop off the car and the person said no problem showed my the price and it was about $30 less. Great. No they charged me full price plus the other costs. It was an extra 160. I called and complained. They gave me 70 back no am still out 110 plus brought it back with low miles and a day early. Frustrated!!
2.0
|Sep 2023They did not have enough cars available for all prepaid reservation holders. We were told to wait until midnight to see if they had more cars available. Staff was rude, unhelpful, and unprofessional. They gave out cars in order of which customers were angriest and loudest at the rental counter -- highly suggest being aggressive if you run into problems here. The electric car I was eventually given had a small battery and was slow to charge (definitely not a Tesla). They only gave me a 71% charge and demanded that it be returned at 70%, but I couldn't drive from my house to the airport without dropping below 70%. It made the experience stressful. I regularly fly into DCA and highly recommend Alamo, National, or Enterprise. I do not understand why anyone would pay a premium for Hertz over cheaper options like Thrifty or Dollar.
4.0
|Sep 2023The upsales at car collection are outrageous. Continual offerings of dubious “benefits” all at inflated prices. Like $10 a gallon for fuel for a top up at drop off. Like insurance add ons that nearly double your quoted rental rate. Like a toll transponder for $13 a day which are almost free to buy. Like “other driver” add on fee. How many people are going to be driving the car at a time? The list is endless. I felt thoroughly ripped off leaving your premises.
6.0
|Jul 2023The telephone experience was really awful---we could not talk to a real person for a long time. agents were not available. The car itself was fine.
2.0
|Jul 2023I was charged for a rental that I never actually used
4.0
|Jul 2023I didn’t have any balance and had already paid taxes. The guy told me I owed taxes, didn’t give an explanation and when I showed him the email from Kayak showing I owed nothing and had already paid taxes and fees, he basically shrugged his shoulders and was like well this says you do. He should’ve investigated it or asked someone to help him figure it out. We were at a stand still so i asked to speak to the manager to clarify why I’m paying for it again with a $0 balance. The manager quickly figured out it was because I arrived 1.5 hours earlier than the scheduled time so it was the hourly rate plus taxes and fees of that rate.
1 out of 67
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Avis
35 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.6
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
6.2
Recent reviews
4.0
|Apr 2023The pick-up was OK. Friendly staff, but silly process (only two people allowed in the building at once). Drop-off was fast, but the gentleman I dealt with was fairly rude. The car, though, was terrible. It needed service (the service light was on when I picked it up). It was in bad shape and not terribly clean. It jerked when starting up at an intersection. The windshield produced glare in all conditions. Overall, the car was worn out.
1 out of 12
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Budget
56 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.9
Comfort
6.1
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/drop-off
4.8
Value
5.3
Recent reviews
6.0
|Jun 2023Price should include possible cost of insurance up front to avoid surprises at the desk. Car had a faulty trunk sensor and shuddering breaks.
2.0
|May 2023Arrived at the location at 9:30 am for my 10 am reservation, no cars were available and I was told I would have to wait 60 minutes before any would there. I was in line with approximately 7 other customers ahead of me. I cancelled my reservation and booked at a different location.
6.0
|Apr 2023Car had bird poop on doors and the back. Interior had mud Pickup receptionist on phone throughout pickup. Vehicle at 3/4 tank making guessing how much to fill up annoying and ended up gifting budget some free gas. 6/10 experience.
10.0
|Apr 2023Amanda was amazing at the E street location. Kind and willing to work with me on my bill. Would happily rent from them again!
2.0
|Apr 2023I waited in line for an hour to pick up my rental and the one person working helped 3 people in that time. I ended up canceling my reservation and mg plans for the day. Avis/Budget at 1908 L St NW DC is a horrible place to rent a car. Just don’t.
2.0
|Apr 2023More than a 90 minute wait to pick up car and 20 minutes to drop off. This company has been gutted. I avoid under all circumstances.
1 out of 19
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Thrifty
41 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.8
Overall
2.7
Pick-up/drop-off
3.2
Value
3.0
Recent reviews
6.0
|Aug 2023Very long line and wait to get the car, there was a mistake on the contract provided, I was told I had to call to get the charge removed. I could never reach anyone on the phone to get it taken care of. At drop-off I had to go back to the counter to get it taken care of.
4.0
|Mar 2023The pickup was easy and I thought I was renting a petrol vehicle. When I went to the garage to pickup the auto the attendant told me to choose any vehicle in a certain section. I didn't realize the one I chose was completely electric. The auto, a Chevy Bolt, was great but it was difficult to figure out how and where to charge the vehicle. I am sure this is due to America just introducing EV's. When I returned the vehicle the woman who took was very nice and helpful and said that I would receive an email and final receipt. After 4 days I have not. I rented through an online company called QEEQ. I have not been able to contact the company and I am still waiting for the receipt. Thrifty salespeople are wonderful but I will think twice about renting through QEEQ again.
10.0
|Apr 2022It's was an exceptionally busy weekend for travelers, yet the staff was well organized, prepared, and communicated to each other well. It was late, and the Thrifty desk transferred to work with the Hertz desk. The concierge taking me to the vehicle apologized for it taking so long to get to my vehicle, but instead I was surprised how quickly they got me there considering how busy it was.
1 out of 14
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National
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
7.3
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Alamo
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
8.2
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Sixt
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.4
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.4
Value
6.3
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
16 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.3
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
6.0
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2023Horrible experience, do not book at this location! The branch called the day before and confirmed reservation. Day of, were told there was no car available and they refused to help us rebook. Enterprise said they would credit the difference of a new booking elsewhere but we have gotten the runaround since. DON’T BOOK HERE OR WITH ENTERPRISE!
1 out of 6
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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 August 26, 2026.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Washington, D.C.?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $69/day when booking a rental car in Washington, D.C.. The best deal a user found was for $18/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 22.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Turo?
Turo is one of the top picks in Washington, D.C.. They can have you in a rental car for about $414 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a month?
We’ve recently found that Turo offers you prices that are 75% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a month is $1,775. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car rental in Washington, D.C. for a weekend?
$72 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Washington, D.C., though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Washington, D.C., then opt for a Compact SUV rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $56/day.
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 August 26, 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington, D.C.. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($33+).
Electric
$35+
Gas/Diesel
$43+
Hybrid
$33+
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