Car hire in Washington, United States

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These are the lowest Washington car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Washington?

Our data shows that February is the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington. It’s around 22 611 Ft per day in February, compared to the yearly average of 33 559 Ft per day.
Cheapest month avgFebruary • 22 611 Ft
Yearly avg price33 559 Ft

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There are 7 car hire providers in Washington. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Washington

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Washington. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Washington

Hertz
Enterprise
Dollar
Thrifty
Turo

What's the most popular car to hire in Washington?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the BMW X3 is the most popular car to hire in Washington, with prices starting from 11 300 Ft per day. The and similar models are also popular drives in Washington.
BMW X3
BMW X3100% chose this
Most popular carBMW X3
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Washington's cheapest car hire providers

Thrifty has the cheapest car hire in Washington right now, with prices from 20 420 Ft per day. You'll save an average of 3 141 Ft per day when you book with them.
Thriftyfrom 20 420 Ft per day
Enterprisefrom 20 879 Ft per day
Hertzfrom 26 243 Ft per day
Cheapest providerThrifty
Book with them to save around3 141 Ft per day

Hiring a car in Washington: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyHertz
Most popular carLarge, fullsize
Average daily price22 637 Ft
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Washington

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Washington car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Washington that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Washington for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Washington avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Washington, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Washington car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Washington is 22 637 Ft per day or 158 453 Ft for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 11 300 Ft per day for Small hire from Dollar. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 23 304 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 11 300 Ft per day.
SUV
Average price: 30 852 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 14 039 Ft per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 34 844 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 17 867 Ft per day.
Electric
Average price: 276 844 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 276 844 Ft per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Washington is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize.
The cheapest car hire companies in Washington are currently Dollar and Thrifty.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington is currently September.
On average, around 158 453 Ft. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Washington is 79 099 Ft.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Washington for a whole month is 869 418 Ft. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Washington, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Washington that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Washington offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Washington, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Washington is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Washington is usually around 16 977 Ft per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Washington, which is 22 637 Ft per day. The cheapest price we found in Washington is 11 300 Ft per day with Dollar for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Washington will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Washington.
Yes, you can hire a car in Washington from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 11 300 Ft per day. The average price per day is around 23 304 Ft.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Hertz, Enterprise and Dollar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Washington, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Hertz
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 24 952 Ft
Enterprise
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 29 018 Ft
Thrifty
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 25 309 Ft
Large car hire — like the Chevrolet Malibu — averages 22 637 Ft per day in Washington. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Washington right now is 11 300 Ft per day with Hertz.
Luxury car hire, like the Nissan Maxima, costs an average of 34 844 Ft per day in Washington. The cheapest price we could find is 17 867 Ft per day with Thrifty.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Hyundai Kona, averages 24 219 Ft per day in Washington. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Washington is 11 304 Ft per day with Hertz.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Washington let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 0 Ft per day. The good news is that some companies like Turo include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Washington.