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Seattle car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Seattle. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 June 2025.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.52

Average price per day

$93

Cheapest price per day

$76

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 27 days before pickup. The average price then is just $91/day – about 69% 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 Thrifty, offering prices from just $53.69/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $63.38/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 119 reviews). Thrifty (rated 6.5/10 with 113 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 $63 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $140. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$66

February

$64

March

$63

April

$66

May

$74

June

$117

July

$140

August

$129

September

$94

October

$79

November

$69

December

$91

What car do most people hire in Seattle?

SUV cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Seattle. Intermediate cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Nissan Kicks or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Seattle?

Hertz has 12 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 29 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Seattle, including Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Dollar

8.5
Very Good
119 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
113 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Hertz

5.1
Fair
360 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
80 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Avis

7.2
Good
31 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.2
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Budget

6.9
Okay
41 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.0

Alamo

7.4
Good
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Seattle, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Seattle?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $93/day when booking a car hire in Seattle. The absolute best deal a user found was for $76/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 22.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Seattle for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Seattle for about $615 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 does it cost to rent a car in Seattle for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Thrifty can potentially be 38% below the average car hire price in Seattle. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Seattle is on average $2,635 a month or $88 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Seattle car hire.

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