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Cheap Car Hire in Wilmington, Delaware

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wilmington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wilmington, DE 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 23 January 2025.

January

Rp 649,772

February

Rp 682,261

March

Rp 795,971

April

Rp 925,925

May

Rp 974,658

June

Rp 1,055,880

July

Rp 1,120,857

August

Rp 990,903

September

Rp 747,238

October

Rp 779,727

November

Rp 877,192

December

Rp 893,437

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wilmington 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.

Top rental agencies in Wilmington, DE

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Wilmington, DE known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Wilmington, DE. Reviews were last updated on 23 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Wilmington, including National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Dollar

1 location

Thrifty

1 location

Budget

5.2
Fair
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.2

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.1

Alamo

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Wilmington, DE, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wilmington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Avis (6.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wilmington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wilmington?

    The average price of petrol in Wilmington is Rp 14,619.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 657,895 and Rp 950,292 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Wilmington for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Wilmington it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 61%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Wilmington?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Wilmington for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Wilmington?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban) in Wilmington, making it the most popular option.

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