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Cheap Car Rentals in Seattle from $55

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Seattle with a pick-up date of 4/1 and drop-off date of 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Seattle

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Seattle and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 December 2025.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Seattle this past week from 66 hire locations out of 28 hire agencies. Prices for a Seattle medium car hire start from $55/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare car rental deals in Seattle by type

Here are the best Seattle small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Seattle van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Tiida$59/day
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Nissan Tiida
Mazda Demio$59/day
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Mazda Demio

Best car rental deals found in Seattle

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Seattle. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Seattle with an average daily rate of $88. Data was last updated on 9 December 2025.
Subaru Legacy Wagon$55/day
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Subaru Legacy Wagon
Peugeot 308$59/day
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Peugeot 308
Suzuki Swift$59/day
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A/C
Suzuki Swift

Cheapflights insights for Seattle car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Seattle, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Seattle?

For the best savings on car rentals in Seattle, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just $95/day – about 79% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Seattle?

In Seattle, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just $56.75/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at $79.78/day.

What is the best car rental company in Seattle?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Seattle is Dollar (rated 8.5/10 with 109 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.5/10 with 107 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Seattle?

Planning to hire a car in Seattle? March is the cheapest month, costing about $66 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $142. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$69

February

$67

March

$66

April

$69

May

$76

June

$119

July

$142

August

$133

September

$93

October

$86

November

$83

December

$99

What car do most people hire in Seattle?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Seattle. Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Seattle?

Hertz has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Seattle at 8.

Top rental agencies in Seattle

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Seattle known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Seattle. Reviews were last updated on 9 December 2025.

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
109 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.0

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
107 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Hertz

5.0
Fair
339 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
59 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.1
Good
38 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.9

Budget

6.9
Okay
43 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Alamo

7.5
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Avis

7.2
Good
29 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Seattle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 December 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Seattle for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Seattle for about $1,757 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Seattle check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Seattle for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Seattle is $259. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Seattle. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Seattle for as low as $0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Seattle

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Seattle. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Seattle. Deals were last updated on 9 December 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Seattle. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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