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Popular rental locations in Washington DC

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Washington DC

Car Rental Washington DC Dulles International Airport
Car Rental Washington DC Reagan National Airport

Car rental offers in Washington DC

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Washington DC.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
Convertible
SUV
Electric
Chrysler Pacifica
Or similar
For example: Chrysler Pacifica
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 69 /day
Chrysler Pacifica
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chrysler Pacifica
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 70 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 72 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 78 /day
Dodge Caravan
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Dodge Caravan
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 74 /day
Ford Transit
Or similar
For example: Ford Transit
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 120 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 135 /day
Nissan Quest
Or similar
For example: Nissan Quest
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 123 /day
Ford Transit
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Transit
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 108 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 113 /day
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Chevrolet Spark
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet Spark
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 34 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 42 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 63 /day
Chevrolet Spark
Or similar
For example: Chevrolet Spark
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 43 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 86 /day
Mitsubishi Mirage
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mitsubishi Mirage
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 39 /day
  2. Alamo
    From € 76 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From € 80 /day
Ford Fiesta
Or similar
For example: Ford Fiesta
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 53 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 74 /day
  3. Avis
    From € 94 /day
Ford Fiesta
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Fiesta
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 40 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 45 /day
  3. Budget
    From € 47 /day
Hyundai Veloster
Or similar
For example: Hyundai Veloster
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 56 /day
Mitsubishi Mirage
Or similar
For example: Mitsubishi Mirage
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From € 75 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From € 80 /day
Hyundai Veloster
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Veloster
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 49 /day
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Nissan Versa
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Versa
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 36 /day
  2. Sixt
    From € 38 /day
  3. Hertz
    From € 44 /day
Kia Rio
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Rio
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 38 /day
Buick Encore
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Buick Encore
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 40 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 42 /day
Hyundai Accent
Or similar
For example: Hyundai Accent
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 43 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 84 /day
Nissan Versa
Or similar
For example: Nissan Versa
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 45 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 48 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 70 /day
Kia e-Niro
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia e-Niro
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 41 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 48 /day
  3. Thrifty
    From € 73 /day
Ford Focus
Or similar
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 53 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 72 /day
  3. Avis
    From € 95 /day
Kia e-Niro
Or similar
For example: Kia e-Niro
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 56 /day
Hyundai Accent
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Accent
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 41 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Nissan Sentra
Or similar
For example: Nissan Sentra
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 37 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 41 /day
  3. Thrifty
    From € 69 /day
Hyundai Elantra
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Elantra
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 38 /day
  2. Budget
    From € 43 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 71 /day
Nissan Sentra
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Sentra
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 38 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 39 /day
  3. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 40 /day
Toyota RAV 4
Or similar
For example: Toyota RAV 4
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 40 /day
Nissan Rogue
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Rogue
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 40 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 55 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 66 /day
Toyota RAV 4
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota RAV 4
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 41 /day
Toyota Corolla
Or similar
For example: Toyota Corolla
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 48 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 73 /day
Toyota Corolla
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota Corolla
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From € 42 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 44 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 62 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 43 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Volkswagen Jetta
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Volkswagen Jetta
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 40 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 41 /day
  3. Budget
    From € 47 /day
Volkswagen Jetta
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Jetta
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 45 /day
  2. Sixt
    From € 46 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 65 /day
Buick Verano
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Buick Verano
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 44 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 67 /day
RAM 1500 Classic
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: RAM 1500 Classic
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 44 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 59 /day
  3. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 67 /day
Toyota Corolla
Or similar
For example: Toyota Corolla
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 46 /day
Chevrolet Blazer
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet Blazer
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 46 /day
Toyota Tacoma
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota Tacoma
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 46 /day
Chevrolet Blazer
Or similar
For example: Chevrolet Blazer
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 48 /day
Chevrolet Equinox
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet Equinox
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 46 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 59 /day
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Chevrolet Malibu
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet Malibu
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 36 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 38 /day
  3. Budget
    From € 49 /day
Toyota Camry
Or similar
For example: Toyota Camry
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 44 /day
Chevy Malibu
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevy Malibu
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 40 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 42 /day
  3. Hertz
    From € 53 /day
Ford Fusion
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Fusion
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 44 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 67 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 72 /day
Toyota Camry
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota Camry
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 45 /day
Nissan Altima
Or similar
For example: Nissan Altima
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 47 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 86 /day
Nissan Pathfinder
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Pathfinder
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 45 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 53 /day
  3. Hertz
    From € 66 /day
Kia Optima
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Optima
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 47 /day
Nissan Armada
Or similar
For example: Nissan Armada
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 72 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 129 /day
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Chrysler 300
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chrysler 300
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 41 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 41 /day
  3. Budget
    From € 59 /day
Buick Regal
Or similar
For example: Buick Regal
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 50 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 96 /day
Ford Taurus
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Taurus
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 44 /day
  2. Budget
    From € 50 /day
  3. Avis
    From € 69 /day
Chrysler 300
Or similar
For example: Chrysler 300
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 50 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 89 /day
Chevrolet Impala
Or similar
For example: Chevrolet Impala
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 51 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 84 /day
Buick Regal
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Buick Regal
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 44 /day
Chevrolet impala
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet impala
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 52 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 56 /day
  3. Avis
    From € 56 /day
BMW 2-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 2-Series
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 54 /day
BMW 5-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 5-Series
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 54 /day
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Ford Transit
Or similar
For example: Ford Transit
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 120 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 135 /day
Ford Transit
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Transit
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From € 108 /day
  2. Avis
    From € 113 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From € 160 /day
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BMW Z4
Or similar
For example: BMW Z4
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 98 /day
Ford Mustang
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Mustang
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From € 92 /day
  2. Alamo
    From € 93 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From € 94 /day
Ford Mustang
Or similar
For example: Ford Mustang
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From € 109 /day
  2. Budget
    From € 124 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From € 126 /day
Chevy Camaro
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevy Camaro
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 106 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Toyota RAV 4
Or similar
For example: Toyota RAV 4
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 40 /day
Nissan Rogue
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Rogue
Our best deals
  1. Thrifty
    From € 40 /day
  2. Hertz
    From € 55 /day
  3. Alamo
    From € 66 /day
Buick Encore
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Buick Encore
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 40 /day
  2. Thrifty
    From € 42 /day
Kia e-Niro
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia e-Niro
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 41 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 48 /day
  3. Thrifty
    From € 73 /day
Toyota RAV 4
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota RAV 4
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 41 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 43 /day
Chevrolet Blazer
Or similar
For example: Chevrolet Blazer
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 48 /day
Mazda CX-5
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mazda CX-5
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 45 /day
Chevrolet Blazer
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Chevrolet Blazer
Our best deals
  1. Sixt
    From € 46 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Kia e-Niro
Or similar
For example: Kia e-Niro
Our best deals
  1. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 56 /day
Kia e-Niro
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia e-Niro
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 41 /day
  2. Dollar Rent a Car
    From € 48 /day
  3. Thrifty
    From € 73 /day
Polestar 2
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Polestar 2
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 57 /day
Tesla Model 3
Or similar
For example: Tesla Model 3
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 84 /day
Tesla Model 3
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Tesla Model 3
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 57 /day
Tesla Model Y
Or similar
For example: Tesla Model Y
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 89 /day
Tesla Model Y
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Tesla Model Y
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From € 71 /day
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Car rental companies in Washington DC

Below are the car rental companies in Washington DC with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Enterprise

    8.9 (1713)
    From € 63 / day

  • National Car Rental

    8.8 (384)
    From € 64 / day

  • Alamo

    8.5 (7923)
    From € 60 / day

  • Sixt

    8 (2944)
    From € 34 / day

  • Hertz

    7.9 (6179)
    From € 41 / day

  • Thrifty

    7.8 (4908)
    From € 36 / day

  • Avis

    7.7 (5364)
    From € 42 / day

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.7 (3866)
    From € 38 / day

  • Budget

    7.3 (9018)
    From € 43 / day

  • Advantage Rent a Car

    No reviews
    No rates available

  • Eaglerider

    No reviews
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.7/10 out of 36

Good price, excellent car

Long delay at pick-up at O'farrell St, San Francisco, Otherwise excellent experience. Desk Agent very helpful even if overworked. Car exactly as specified, almost new and v clean. Availed of some extras.....these were clearly explained and well priced. Would certainly use this company again . Drop-off at SF airport quick and efficient. Overall a very satisfied customer.
M
Monterey
San Francisco Airport

car hire review

car was not best in the world but got what we paid for ,staff very helpful at budget we intend to visit florida every ten weeks for 2 weeks at a time commencing 2nd march 2013 can i get a better deal on this basis and a better car with sat nav cruise control
j
jimben54
Orlando International Airport

great service, great value

Took out excess cover as well. When I arrived at Myrtle Beach SC the only issue was to fill the car up before return, no trying to buy a bigger vehicle or sell me further insurance. Quality of Dodge Vans were excellent. The trip was a golf trip for 9 guys. had two vans and everything was smooth and easy. Per-head it was really good value as well.
S
Snapper12
Myrtle Beach Airport

service

excellent service with very reasonable upgrade to suv
i
ianmc2501
Northwest Florida Beaches Airport

Reasonable and Reliable

I have been using 121 Car Hire for some years now and must say, it is easy and straight forward. Rather than looking around on various car hire companies, 121 Car Hire uses all major companies and offer a very competitive prices. Very satisfied, have booked with them a few times already and will happily continue to book with 121 in the future. Will most definitely recommend to all friends and family.
s
sattychana
Los Angeles International Airport

Easy to book friendly and a good price

The booking was easy to understand, but read the small print, you dont always get the car you want! ( it does say that though) which was a shame as I did want a Mustang :( San Fransico pick up and drop off point dead easy. Car was good condition and clean when we got it not so when i took it back (sorry!. No mileage limit was also a bonus. I will use again.
m
maximus1954
San Francisco Airport

121carhire Best of the Best

The reservation process as well as the cancelation process is extremely easy. The vehicle choice's are nothing but the very best quality and enjoyable to drive. The price's are unbeleavablely priced for the average traveler, meaning I'm retired and can afford car's through 121carhire.
s
starbuster
Fort Lauderdale International Airport

Great car rental company

Renting a car was easy and the value was the best ever. We will always rent from 123 in the future.
b
bigbadben
Portland International Airport

Excellent rates no hidden charges

Good communications from the company Easy pick up and drop off Friendly services at the Airport No hidden charges
s
shandea
Northwest Florida Beaches Airport

I was very happy with the car and service of people. I...

I was very happy with the car and service of people. I had to fiddle on the website a bit to work out an easy location to collect the car and make sure that I could return it on a Sunday. Many places would not allow Sunday returns, but 121 would which was very important to me. The other problem was that I nominated the station as a pick up and return point only to find that they do NOT pick up or return at the station. A staff member kindly and very quickly picked us up and looked after us well. I had to return the car and was not given directions from Reading so did have a bit of trouble finding the depot again.
p
penny7K
Reading Municipal Airport

Hassle free

Easy going, hassle free company. Would recommend to other travelers but suggest more info about getting to car hire location. (Relevant to Toronto. Shuttle needs to drop off at car hire location, not the hotel).
D
Donahuemv128
Toronto Pearson International Airport

Simply fantastic

I have to admit that after beating the competition hands down price wise I was a little sceptical when our similar vehicle choice changed when we booked our car. However, as I had made a slight mistake I phoned 121's friendly and professional service team who swiftly resolved the issue and put my mind at ease. Our car was through Alamo, who again were impressive - albeit 121 beat them hands down on their direct price. Our Jeep was perfect for driving upto and around icy Whistler, Canada and I will most certainly use www.121carhire.com in the future.
C
ChadSchofield
Vancouver International Airport

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Car rental companies in and around Washington DC

If you are looking for a rental car in United States, but in a city other than Washington DC, please click through to the Car rental United States page, where you can choose in which city in United States you want to rent a car.

Car rental locations in Washington DC

Available locations in Washington DC:

Baltimore International Airport
Washington DC Dulles International Airport
Washington DC Reagan National Airport
Washington Union Station
4400 Connecticut Ave Nw
50 Massachusetts Ave Ne

Location information for Washington DC

Washington DC is both the nation's capital and an important administrative center. Most importantly, it's also the home of the president. Famous for its architecture, visitors will want to see as much as possible in their time here. Therefore, they should consider car hire in Washington DC Downtown during their stay.

Washington DC's streets have been designed in a grid system of four geographical areas and road names incorporate the geographical area. This makes navigation of the city easier using budget car rental in Washington DC Downtown. The skyline is also different from other large US cities, visitors will notice a distinct lack of skyscrapers.

The home of the president is the White House and many visitors head here first, to see one of America's favorite pieces of architecture. Although the White House is the most famous, many other places of interest should also be on the tourists agenda. One place is the centrally located National Mall.

The National Mall accommodates the Washington Monument, named after George Washington, one of the Founding Fathers of the USA. To this day, the Washington Monument remains the tallest construction in Washington DC. Visitors should note that this park area also houses many other points of interest.

With car rental in Washington DC Downtown, travelers will be in a great position to take advantage of the area's excursions. One such destination to consider is Baltimore. This thriving seaport has many places of interest based around the sea and drivers can be in Baltimore in just under an hour, depending on driving conditions.

Practical information

  • Currency
    United States Dollar
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    25 - 70 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    SUV

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Car-Rentals.com the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

Our rates are all-inclusive. Our reservation department will inform you in advance should additional costs apply. You can always cancel your booking free of charge if you do not agree (this must be done at least 48 hours prior to the start of the car hire period).

 What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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  • National Car Rental
  • Alamo
  • Sixt
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Budget
  • Advantage Rent a Car
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