Washington, D.C. car rentals from ₪132/day
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Cheap car rentals in Washington, D.C.
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Washington, D.C.
- Travelers flying into Washington, D.C. will want to consider renting a car, as cars offer the best access to many of the popular sites and day trips around D.C. For instance, FedExField, home to the Washington Redskins, takes over an hour to get to on public transportation, but only takes 30 minutes in a car. Popular tourist spots such as Shenandoah National Park and Mount Vernon are also easily reached in a hire car.
- Fortunately for would-be hire car drivers with flights to Washington, D.C., all of the airports in the greater metropolitan area have easily accessible hire car centers. In Washington Dulles Airport, shuttles outside of the Baggage Claim Area will take travelers to the hire lot, while at Reagan National Airport, travelers will find the hire shuttle outside of Door 4 on the ticketing level.
- Rush hour is no joke in Washington, D.C. and travelers should plan accordingly. Morning rush hour lasts from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and evening rush hour lasts from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. During those times, Key Bridge, Southeast Freeway, Chain Bridge, and New York Avenue should all be avoided as they number among the most congested spots in D.C.
- Visitors to Washington, D.C. should be prepared to deal with the city’s famed traffic circles. Traffic circles such as Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, and Thomas Circle are notoriously difficult to navigate for first-time visitors, but with a bit of pre-planning and appropriate route planning, they should be no problem.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Washington, D.C. for ₪147 or less
- Book your rental car in Washington, D.C. at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Washington, D.C. are around 29% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Intermediate rental cars in Washington, D.C. are around 23% cheaper than other car types, on average
Washington, D.C. car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Washington, D.C.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Washington, D.C.?
What type of car is recommended for driving in Washington, D.C.?Fortunately for visitors to D.C. with hire cars, the streets in general are fairly wide and easily accessible for a range of vehicle sizes. However, if you are going to be spending plenty of time downtown, parallel parking will be much easier to find with a smaller vehicle. Some of the smaller streets are easier to navigate in a small-to-midsize vehicle as well.
What’s the speed limit in Washington, D.C.?
Travelers should note that the speed limits in Washington, D.C. tend to be much lower than other American cities. For instance, unless otherwise noted, the maximum speed limit is 25 mph, though many of the larger roads range from 25 mph up to 55 mph. In the immediate area surrounding D.C., the speed limit on highways and freeways is only 55 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Washington, D.C.?
Street parking and garage parking are the two main options available for parkers in Washington, D.C. For garage parking, travelers should keep in mind that many commuters to D.C. make use of the garages so the best locations can fill up fast, especially when an event is taking place nearby.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?
On average a rental car in Washington, D.C. costs ₪169 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Washington, D.C.?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis (₪132/day), Dollar (₪162/day) and Sixt (₪191/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 1908 L Street Northwest 20036 (1 kilometers from city center).
What is the best rental car company in Washington, D.C.?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Washington, D.C. are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3, 70 reviews), and Avis (6.3, 94 reviews).
How much is gas price in Washington, D.C.?
The average gas price in Washington, D.C. is ₪13.26 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪159 and ₪212, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Washington, D.C.?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Washington, D.C..
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Baltimore/Washington airport to off-airport locations is Budget.
How can I find car rentals near me in Washington, D.C.?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Washington, D.C.?
An Intermediate car rental in Washington, D.C. costs ₪235 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Washington, D.C.?
A Standard car rental in Washington, D.C. costs ₪290 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Washington, D.C.?
A Full Size car rental in Washington, D.C. costs ₪385 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Washington, D.C.?
In Washington, D.C., cars are most frequently rented at Avis 23330 Autopilot Drive (36 km from city center ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Washington, D.C.?
On average a rental car in Washington, D.C. costs ₪1,185 per week (₪169 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Washington, D.C.?
On average a rental car in Washington, D.C. costs ₪5,081 per month (₪169 per day).
Washington, D.C. car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Budget
6.0
Okay
Read 76 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
6.2
6 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1072 Wisconsin Ave Nw
+1 202 469 7240
1908 L Street Northwest
+1 202 223 1418
4400 Connecticut Avenue Nw
+1 202 686 2890
5911 Blair Rd Nw
+1 202 882 1470
616 E Street Nw
+1 202 499 1200
99 H Street Ne
+1 202 289 5374
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6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Max, Jun 2024
Intermediate SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Rachel, Oct 2022
8.0 Very good
Scott, Sept 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sept 2022
Hertz
5.3
Fair
Read 268 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
5.3
6 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1 Aviation Circle
+1 703 419 6300
1919 Connecticut Ave Nw
+1 202 299 0697
23540 Autopilot Dr
+1 703 471 6020
707 7th St Nw Cnr Of 7th + G
+1 202 347 8518
99 H Street Ne
+1 202 289 6084
999 9th St Nw
+1 202 842 1541
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2.0 Poor
Matt, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
奕宏, Sept 2024
Supplier choice
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Compact SUV
Thrifty
5.3
Fair
Read 83 reviewsCleanliness
6.4
Comfort
5.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
4.8
3 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1 Aviation Circle
+1 877 283 0898
1919 Connecticut Ave Nw
+1 202 299 0697
707 7th Street Northwest
+1 202 347 8518
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Compact
4.0 Mediocre
Ashley, Nov 2023
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Supplier choice
8.0 Very good
Abid, May 2021
Cons:
Did not get any email after returning the card, The guy at the airport told me I will get an email. Still waitingDollar
3.0
Poor
Read 127 reviewsCleanliness
3.8
Comfort
3.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.0
Value for money
3.8
3 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1 Aviation Circle
+1 866 434 2226
1919 Connecticut Avenue Nw
+1 202 299 0697
99 H Street Northeast
+1 202 289 6084
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Compact
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Standard
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Intermediate SUV
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Good
Read 37 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.4
9 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1100 4th St Sw
+1 202 554 8100
1110 14th St Nw
+1 202 393 0900
2505 Wisconsin Ave Nw
+1 202 232 4443
2730 Georgia Ave Nw
+1 202 332 1716
3355 Benning Rd Ne
+1 202 635 1104
3700 10th St Ne
+1 202 635 1104
5013 Georgia Ave Nw
+1 202 451 2148
970 D St Sw
+1 202 554 1681
99 H St Ne
+1 202 715 1912
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2.0 Poor
Joshua, Jul 2024
Premium
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Pickup truck
8.0 Very good
Adenike, May 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendly and car was really clean.Cons:
The location is not where it says it is so I had to look around for it. Gotta update the address.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2021
Cons:
Instructions for when we return the car. (There was no one present, we never had any proper instruction on how to retrn the car, where to park, leave the keys etcAvis
6.3
Okay
Read 53 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.7
6 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
1072 Wisconsin Ave Nw
+1 202 469 7179
1908 L Street Northwest
+1 202 887 4759
4400 Connecticut Avenue Nw
+1 202 686 5149
5911 Blair Rd Nw
+1 202 722 2680
616 E Street Nw
+1 202 499 1039
99 H Street Ne
+1 202 682 2983
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Minivan
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Allan, Jul 2024
Passenger van
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Compact
4.0 Mediocre
Apoorva, Feb 2024
Intermediate
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
3 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
50 Massachusetts Ave Ne
+1 888 826 6890
970 D St Sw
+1 202 554 1681
99 H St Ne
+1 202 715 1912
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10.0 Wonderful
Erin, Jan 2020
Pros:
Tia was really helpful and easy going.Cons:
Nothing, again, Tia was fabulous2 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
970 D St Sw
+1 888 826 6893
99 H St Ne
+1 202 715 1912
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Standard SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Minivan
6.0 Okay
Peter, Mar 2021
Pros:
Pick up was great. Drop off slow. Car smelled like smoke6.0 Okay
Matt, Jan 2021
Pros:
The car drove nicely and didn’t have any critical issues. The originally confirmed price (NOT what we were charged in the end) was wonderful.Cons:
We were hit with a $436.59 ‘’inner city fee’’ despite dropping off where confirmed by our desk agent in Atlanta. At that meeting as well, we waited over two hours as Thrifty, Hertz, and one additional rental company were all required to wait in the same line for two agents. Finally, our windshield wipers did not work on timed settings. During the hours of rain we experienced from Atlanta to New York City, our only option was to hold down the trigger manually.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Pros:
All good.Cons:
Specific vehicle availability--I requested a SUV but ended up with a minivan.3.6 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Cons:
We booked the car for 8:30am. We got there, the car was not ready. They tried to give us an upgrade of a V8 for a long trip when I booked an economical car. We then had to wait 45 mins for a car to arrive. It had tire pressure issues. They filled with air and said it was fine. We got down the road 5 mins and a warning light came on. We then had to find another Alamo to switch out the car which took another 40 mins as they had to do the paperwork and clean the car. 11am we were finally in the road for a 12 hour trip This is totally unacceptableOne location in Washington, D.C.
from₪149/dayLocations in Washington, D.C.
99 H Street NE
+1 888 749 8227
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2 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
Washington Airport Ronald Reagan National DCA
+1 703 838 1666
Washington Dulles Intl Airport IAD
+1 703 661 6387
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One location in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
2600 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Washington Reagan Airport
+1 703 838 1666
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11 locations in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
100, M Street SE, Suite 525
+1 201 555 5555
50, Massachusetts Ave. NE
+1 818 966 3327
705, G street Southwest
+1 844 543 7332
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2 locations in Washington, D.C.
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One location in Washington, D.C.
Locations in Washington, D.C.
2600 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington
+1 703 838 1666
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Budget |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | ₪169/day |
Good deal | ₪147/day |