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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 26 March 2025.

Most common car type

Full-size

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 26 March 2025.

January

Rp 763,485

February

Rp 663,900

March

Rp 796,680

April

Rp 912,863

May

Rp 1,012,448

June

Rp 1,029,045

July

Rp 1,078,838

August

Rp 829,875

September

Rp 780,082

October

Rp 879,668

November

Rp 813,278

December

Rp 912,863

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.

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 26 March 2025.

Small cars

Rp 497,095 - Rp 2,252,023

All Car Types

Rp 508,049 - Rp 2,427,920

To hire a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of Rp 761,193/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in District of Columbia (~Rp 497,095/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,252,023/day). In fact, January is about 35% 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 37% 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 Rp 566,059/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in District of Columbia (~Rp 501,576/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 2,023,734/day). In fact, January is about 12% 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 53% 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 Rp 1,138,834/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in District of Columbia (~Rp 523,485/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 2,979,917/day). In fact, May is about 55% 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 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 SUV in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of Rp 864,542/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in District of Columbia (~Rp 754,356/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 2,248,298/day). In fact, February is about 13% 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 saves you 29% 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 van in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,318,325/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in District of Columbia (~Rp 1,188,215/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~Rp 3,437,053/day). In fact, May is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in District of Columbia, hiring a van is 9% 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 26 March 2025.

Hertz

5.4
Fair
265 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.5

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

7.3
Good
35 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

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

5.7
Fair
72 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Thrifty

5.1
Fair
75 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

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 26 March 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 (9.1 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 Rp 14,937.76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 672,199 and Rp 970,954 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 43% to make it a great deal in District of Columbia. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from District of Columbia it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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