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Cheap Car Rentals in District of Columbia from RM 299

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in District of Columbia with a pick-up date of 12/5 and drop-off date of 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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District of Columbia car rentals in 2025

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 12 April 2025.

Most common car type

Compact

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 12 April 2025.

January

RM 203

February

RM 177

March

RM 203

April

RM 243

May

RM 265

June

RM 274

July

RM 287

August

RM 221

September

RM 203

October

RM 234

November

RM 216

December

RM 243

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia is February. 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.

Popular car types in District of Columbia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in District of Columbia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 April 2025.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in District of Columbia this past week from 17,310 hire locations out of 347 hire agencies. Prices for a District of Columbia medium car hire start from RM 299/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Standard

Standard

RM 299+

Premium

Premium

RM 430+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 249+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 401+

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 12 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 158 - RM 237

All Car Types

RM 140 - RM 340

To rent a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 97/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in District of Columbia (~RM 158/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 237/day). In fact, May is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a small car saves you 44% 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 rent a medium car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 117/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in District of Columbia (~RM 140/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 275/day). In fact, September is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a medium car saves you 34% 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. Here are the best District of Columbia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 203/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in District of Columbia (~RM 216/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 737/day). In fact, October is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a large car is 15% 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 rent a SUV in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 210/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in District of Columbia (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 402/day). In fact, September is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a SUV is 17% 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. Here are the best District of Columbia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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 12 April 2025.

Hertz

5.3
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Dollar

4.7
Mediocre
123 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
35 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
51 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Budget

5.6
Fair
73 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Thrifty

5.1
Fair
74 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.2

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Alamo

7.3
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.2

Best District of Columbia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in District of Columbia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in District of Columbia with an average daily rate of RM 350. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Proton InspiraRM 299/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Inspira
Honda CR-VRM 401/day
5
4
M
A/C
Honda CR-V

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 12 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in District of Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 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 RM 3.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 179 and RM 259 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 Sixt?

    Hiring a car in District of Columbia for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,224/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in District of Columbia.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For District of Columbia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

Luxury car rentals in District of Columbia

Find luxury car rental deals in District of Columbia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in District of Columbia cost an average of RM 491 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 491/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car rentals by fuel type in District of Columbia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in District of Columbia. Deals were last updated on 12 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in District of Columbia. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

RM 58+

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