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Thrifty car hire deals in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

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	Small cars	₹ 2,618 - ₹ 12,163
	All Car Types	₹ 3,462 - ₹ 9,009

The best time to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in November when prices are ₹ 2,618 per day on average. ₹ 2,618 per day is 49% lower than the ₹ 5,161 average yearly price for a Thrifty Small car hire in Washington, D.C.. While November may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., January is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in January on Small car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in February when prices are ₹ 2,296 per day on average. ₹ 2,296 per day is 54% lower than the ₹ 5,018 average yearly price for a Thrifty Medium car hire in Washington, D.C.. While February may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Medium car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in March when prices are ₹ 2,594 per day on average. ₹ 2,594 per day is 66% lower than the ₹ 7,727 average yearly price for a Thrifty Large car hire in Washington, D.C.. While March may be the cheapest month to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Large car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in February when prices are ₹ 2,296 per day on average. ₹ 2,296 per day is 49% lower than the ₹ 4,505 average yearly price for a Thrifty SUV car hire in Washington, D.C.. While February may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., May is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in May on SUV car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a Van car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in June when prices are ₹ 4,767 per day on average. ₹ 4,767 per day is 44% lower than the ₹ 8,479 average yearly price for a Thrifty Van car hire in Washington, D.C.. While June may be the cheapest month to hire a Van car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., August is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in August on Van car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

4-5-door vehicles

₹ 2,585/day

5 May - 12 May

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Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

4-5-door vehicles

₹ 2,586/day

7 May - 31 May

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Washington, D.C.’s Thrifty locations

Below you will find information for every Thrifty car hire location in Washington, D.C., including address, phone number, and reviews

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Sept 2023

This experience was a nightmare. I arrived at my designated time for the rental pick up to be greeted by an hour-long line to speak with a counter agent. At the counter, the agent informed that there was a shortage of cars and that I would have to wait an additional 1.5-2 hours. The agent further said that my reserved SUV would not be available and that Thrifty would provide an electric car instead. When I asked the agent whether Thrifty planned to compensate me for the delay inconvenience and for the unavailability of my car, they told me it was not their fault but rather that of renters who returned their cars late. That response is unacceptable. In my desperation to leave Washington D.C. ( I was due in NYC that evening), however, I opted for the electric car. This was a terrible mistake. I will spare readers the inconvenience of driving an electric car for long distances. Suffice to say, while on the highway returning from a New England trip, the car’s battery suddenly dissipated. The next thing I knew, I was on the side of the road with a dead battery. It was around 6:30pm and quickly getting dark, so I called Thrifty roadside assistance. Thrifty had me on hold for nearly 20 minutes and my cell phone’s battery died. Eventually, the state police arrived, and I was instructed to use a contracted tow service. Two hundred and fifty dollars and a missed flight later (not to mention 4 hours of delay), I was finally back on the road. Because I missed my flight in Boston, I had to drive down to New York to catch the next flight. I am at a loss for words. This experience has soured me to Thrifty and to electric cars in general. I hope someone will think twice before using either for a rental experience if customer service does not improve.

2.0

Poor|Sept 2023

Calvin at the rental desk was the rudest person I have ever experienced in any customer relation position. We arrived at 0655, and as we proceeded to enter the lined off area to the counter. We were rudely yelled at by Calvin, who told us he was closed and asked in a very rude manner, why we would enter. He continued to speak belittling to us, and would not let us answer that there was no sign telling us to not enter and we apologized. He continually shamed my husband and I. As we stood there, he continued to work on the computer after 7am, which was the time it was to open. He belittled and shamed another woman who did the exact same thing as my husband and I did, entering the area. At 7:10, he still did not open the line area and walked off. We and 3 other customers stood there. Finally he arrived back at 07:17 and opened the line. he got back on his computer, took his time, putting on his rubber gloves. At 07:20, he finally took his first customer, rudely telling her to stand in front of her and not be near the counter. I have photos documenting his time of behaviour. He should immediatley be taken off the front desk and examined and counseled. He obviously has anger management issues and should be replaced. A terrrible experience to start our day.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Thrifty was renting cars without having them available. Despite having a car reserved, they were forcing people to wait in excess of 2 hours with no seating available in the building. This practice should not even be legal and I would discourage anyone from reserving a car as they do not honor that reservation. Furthermore, despite having all of my information after making the reservation, the staff asks all of the same questions.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Overall great. One major exception —- - very difficult and dangerous finding where to enter and park car at National airport car rental garage.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

When I arrived and waited in line to check in, I was told to take a seat as it would be awhile before a car was ready ! 30 minutes later I ended up with a Hyundai and had to go to a gas station every single day and put air in the drivers side rear tire …… when I told the employee upon returning the car they were disinterested and could care less …. Never again will I rent from Thrifty !

2.0

Poor|May 2023

They ran out of cars, we’re severely understaffed and we’re not very friendly/helpful

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Information about Thrifty car hires in Washington, D.C.

Does Thrifty have a location at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Yes, Thrifty has 1 location at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport which is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Does Thrifty offer free car hire cancellation in Washington, D.C.?

There are free hire car cancellations available from Thrifty in Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there might be a cancellation fee if you cancel your hire car last-minute. Click here to find a list of phone numbers under the Locations tab if you’d like to learn more about Thrifty cancellation policies.

What is the most popular car to hire from Thrifty while in Washington, D.C. in May?

In May, our users who hire cars from Thrifty in Washington, D.C. prefer Intermediate hires. If you’re looking to reserve one of their Intermediate hires during this month, prices tend to be ₹ 3,877/day on average and ₹ 2,587/day at their lowest. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on how far out you book your car hire, as well as what car model you choose.

What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Thrifty in Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest type of car Thrifty has to offer in Washington, D.C. is the Standard at ₹ 3,306 per day on average. ₹ 3,306 per day is 33% cheaper than the most expensive car available at Thrifty, so you end up saving some money by choosing a more affordable option. 29% of momondo users who hired a car in Washington, D.C. from Thrifty chose the Standard, often because of the cost savings.

How many Thrifty car hire locations are there in Washington, D.C.?

1 Aviation Circle is the most popular Thrifty car hire location out of the 3 locations they have in Washington, D.C.. According to our user data over the past 12 months, 96% of those who opted to hire a car from Thrifty did so at the 1 Aviation Circle location.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Washington, D.C.?

Prices for cars in Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Washington, D.C.?

There are 63 operators available for cars in Washington, D.C. as of April 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Washington, D.C.. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?

To rent a car in Washington, D.C., all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.