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Washington car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Washington. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 August 2026.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$60
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Cheapflights insights for Washington car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car rentals in Washington, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $85/day – about 59% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Washington?

Alamo is currently the cheapest car hire company in Washington with deals as low as $28.91/day found in the past two weeks. National is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $33.09/day.

What is the best car rental company in Washington?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Washington is National (rated 9.1/10). Thrifty (rated 7.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
9.1
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.0
Avis
Avis
6.9
Payless
Payless
6.4

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

At Washington, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $63. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $138 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Washington, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $63. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $138 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$63

February

$63

March

$68

April

$77

May

$82

June

$128

July

$138

August

$126

September

$92

October

$85

November

$80

December

$94

Which car hire company has the most locations in Washington?

Avis has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Fat Uncle Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Washington at 1.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Washington, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 44 pickup locations in Washington to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 August 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Washington

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Washington known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Washington. Reviews were last updated on 6 August 2026.

National

6 locations
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Thrifty

14 locations
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Avis

15 locations
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Payless

5 locations
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Europcar

1 location
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CarWiz

1 location
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NextCar

1 location
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Fat Uncle Car Rental

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Washington, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Washington?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in Washington. The absolute best deal a user found was for $54/day from Sixt, booked on Aug. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Washington for about $702 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Washington for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 58% on a month-long rental by booking with Sixt. Sixt is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Washington can cost you on average $3,008 a month or $100 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car rentals by fuel type in Washington

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Washington. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Washington. Deals were last updated on 6 August 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Washington. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($114+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

$114+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$191+

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