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District of Columbia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in District of Columbia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in District of Columbia 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 21 November 2024.

January

HK$311

February

HK$319

March

HK$389

April

HK$420

May

HK$474

June

HK$490

July

HK$513

August

HK$389

September

HK$365

October

HK$412

November

HK$373

December

HK$389

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in District of Columbia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in District of Columbia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

HK$252 - HK$456

All Car Types

HK$261 - HK$810

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of HK$288/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~HK$252/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~HK$456/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a small car saves you 36% 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 District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of HK$398/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~HK$263/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~HK$999/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a medium car saves you 11% 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 District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of HK$466/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~HK$264/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$990/day). In fact, January is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a large car is 4% more expensive. 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 District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of HK$483/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~HK$255/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~HK$915/day). In fact, January is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a SUV is 8% more expensive. 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 District of Columbia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
267 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.4

Dollar

4.8
Mediocre
127 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.9

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
36 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
54 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

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.2
Fair
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.3

National

9.2
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

7.2
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in District of Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in District of Columbia.

  • What are petrol prices like in District of Columbia?

    The average price of petrol in District of Columbia is HK$7.01/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$315 and HK$455 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the top picks in District of Columbia. They can have you in a hire car for about HK$2,040 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 44%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in District of Columbia.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in District of Columbia for a month is certainly possible.

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