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Car rentals in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

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Best deals found for Washington, D.C., District of Columbia car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia
Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar SMALL
2
2
2/4
C$ 45/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
C$ 45/day
Mazda Mazda3 car
Mazda Mazda3
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
C$ 45/day
Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
C$ 46/day
Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar LARGE
5
2
2/4
C$ 49/day
Chrysler Town & Country car
Chrysler Town & Country
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
C$ 79/day
Volkswagen Atlas car
Volkswagen Atlas
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
C$ 80/day
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer car
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
or similar LARGE
5
5
2/4
C$ 70/day
Alfa Romeo Stelvio car
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
C$ 86/day
Buick Encore car
Buick Encore
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
C$ 51/day
Chevrolet Captiva car
Chevrolet Captiva
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 62/day

Rental cars insight and trends in Washington, D.C.

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Washington, D.C.

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

The cheapest rental cars in Washington, D.C. are generally found through Sixt. When booking with Sixt, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as C$ 38/day. The average price to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is C$ 75/day.

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

Free2Move has the most locations of any rental car company in Washington, D.C., with 12 locations.

Washington, D.C., District of Columbia car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Washington, D.C. that's right for you

Small cars

C$ 61 - C$ 107

All Car Types

C$ 80 - C$ 113

The average price of a small car rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 82. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Washington, D.C., the United States is in January. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 61 per day. A small car rental is typically 13% less expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 78. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States is in January. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 64 per day. A medium car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 114. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Washington, D.C., the United States is in March. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 81 per day. A large car rental is typically 17% more expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 101. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Washington, D.C., the United States is in March. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 81 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% more expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 149. The cheapest time to rent a van in Washington, D.C., the United States is in January. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 107 per day. A van rental is typically 37% more expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 109. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Washington, D.C., the United States is in December. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 72 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Washington, D.C. luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in Washington, D.C., the United States is C$ 73. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Washington, D.C., the United States is in December. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 89 per day. A convertible rental is typically 23% less expensive than the average rental car in Washington, D.C.. The average price of a vehicle rental in Washington, D.C. can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Honda Civic
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

C$ 45/day

2 Jan - 17 Jan
Honda Civic
Nissan Versa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 45/day

1 Jan - 16 Jan
Nissan Versa
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

C$ 48/day

29 Dec - 29 Dec
Toyota Yaris

Washington, D.C. car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

Hertz

5.3
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

Dollar

2.7
Poor
125 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.4

Comfort

3.2

Overall

2.7

Pick-up/drop-off

2.8

Value

3.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
37 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Avis

6.3
Okay
53 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.7

Budget

5.8
Fair
74 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.0

Thrifty

4.1
Mediocre
81 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

4.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.7

National

9.2
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

Alamo

7.3
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.1

Quick facts about car rentals in Washington, D.C.

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Washington, D.C.

Most Popular Agency

Budget

Popular Car Types

Intermediate, Economy, Luxury

Cheapest Rental Car

C$ 54

Most Popular Model

Dodge Grand Caravan
The most popular Washington, D.C. car rental agency found on momondo this month is Budget. Other top choices for car rental companies are Avis and Sixt
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours: Intermediate, Economy, Luxury.
The lowest price for a rental car in Washington, D.C. is C$ 54/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from C$ 87/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Washington, D.C. in the past 7 days is the Dodge Grand Caravan. Our users also prefer the Nissan Rogue as an alternative.

Driving with a rental car in Washington, D.C. - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Washington, D.C. so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia in January?

To rent a car in Washington, D.C. for a weekend in January, we found prices as low as C$ 78 with an average of C$ 81. Deals are a little different for a week-long rental - starting at around C$ 112, with an average price of C$ 122.

Is there a fee to cancel my Washington, D.C., District of Columbia car rental?

Rental cars in Washington, D.C. from popular agencies such as Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Washington, D.C., we can help you find the cheapest car to rent for your upcoming trip.

What is the best type of car to rent in Washington, D.C. during January?

A Standard car is the ideal car to rent when visiting Washington, D.C. in January. On average, Washington, D.C. receives 66 mm of precipitation and temperatures hover around 4 °C during the month of January. These conditions are well-suited for a standard, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Renting a Standard in Washington, D.C. will cost you C$ 49/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia?

The speed limit in Washington, D.C. is 40 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Washington, D.C. also has a suburban speed limit of 120 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in Washington, D.C., be aware that the speed limit is generally 120 km/h.

What car rental company has the Cadillac XT5 in Washington, D.C.?

What is the weather like in Washington, D.C., DC in December?

In December, Washington, D.C. usually gets 79 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 4 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in Washington, D.C. as it can help you make the best decision.

Is the weather in Washington, D.C. similar to the rest of District of Columbia?

The climate in District of Columbia during December is usually 4 °C with an expected 79 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to rent a car and leave from Washington, D.C. on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Washington, D.C.?

Prices for cars in Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Washington, D.C.?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Washington, D.C.. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

To rent a car in Washington, D.C., all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Washington, D.C.?

You should book a car rental in Washington, D.C. using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the rental car prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Washington, D.C.?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car rentals in Washington, D.C., by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Washington, D.C. with free cancellation?

Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car rental companies in Washington, D.C. offering free cancellation.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Washington, D.C. on momondo?

Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for rental cars in Washington, D.C. on momondo.

Can I find a car rental in Washington, D.C. which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car rentals in Washington, D.C..

Can I search for rental cars in Washington, D.C. with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, car rental deals in Washington, D.C. with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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