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Cheapflights insights for Richmond car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Richmond, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Richmond?
Book your rental car in Richmond 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $82/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 39% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Richmond?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Richmond is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 31 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.0/10 with 31 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Richmond?
Planning to hire a car in Richmond? January is the cheapest month, costing about $76 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $126. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$76
February
$77
March
$99
April
$101
May
$107
June
$114
July
$126
August
$111
September
$94
October
$94
November
$99
December
$91
What car do most people hire in Richmond?
Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Richmond. SUV cars (Ford Escape or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Richmond?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Richmond at 4.
Top rental agencies in Richmond
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richmond known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richmond. Reviews were last updated on 14 September 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
31 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.5
Value
7.1
Dollar
31 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
6.1
Avis
32 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.5
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
5.9
Budget
63 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.1
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.5
Hertz
37 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.8
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.4
Value
5.6
National
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Overall
5.3
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
7.3
Alamo
16 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.1
Overall
5.3
Pick-up/drop-off
5.6
Value
5.7
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richmond, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Richmond for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks in Richmond. They can have you in a hire car for about $800 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Richmond?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Richmond check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.