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Thrifty car hire deals in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia
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Small cars
£22 - £38
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£31 - £50
The best time to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia is in April when prices are £22 per day on average. £22 per day is 29% lower than the £31 average yearly price for a Thrifty Small car hire in Washington, D.C.. While April may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., November is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in November 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 April when prices are £26 per day on average. £26 per day is 34% lower than the £40 average yearly price for a Thrifty Medium car hire in Washington, D.C.. While April may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C., February is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in February 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 February when prices are £21 per day on average. £21 per day is 62% lower than the £55 average yearly price for a Thrifty Large car hire in Washington, D.C.. While February may be the cheapest month to hire a Large 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 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 £19 per day on average. £19 per day is 40% lower than the £31 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., June is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in June on SUV car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.
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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Thrifty Locations in Washington, D.C.
Information about Thrifty car hire in Washington, D.C.
Does Thrifty have a location at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?
At the moment, Thrifty has 1 location at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport: 1 Aviation Circle.
Does Thrifty offer free car hire cancellation in Washington, D.C.?
Thrifty has free cancellations on car hires in Washington, D.C.. However, a cancellation fee may be applied if you cancel your hire car last-minute. We recommend you call Thrifty for more information. Washington, D.C. area phone numbers for Thrifty can be found here within the Locations tab.
What is the most popular car to hire from Thrifty while in Washington, D.C. in October?
Intermediate car hire is the most popular type of vehicle to hire from Thrifty in Washington, D.C. during the month of October. On average, Intermediate hire from Thrifty cost £30 per day, while the cheapest price found was £22 per day in October.
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 Compact at £26 per day on average. £26 per day is 25% cheaper than the most expensive car available at Thrifty, so you end up saving some money by choosing a more affordable option. 16% of momondo users who hired a car in Washington, D.C. from Thrifty chose the Compact, often because of the cost savings.
How many Thrifty car hire locations are there in Washington, D.C.?
There are 3 car hire locations in Washington, D.C. that Thrifty owns. Their 1 Aviation Circle, Washington, D.C. location happens to be the most popular amongst our users. In the last 12 months, 97% of the users who hired a car from Thrifty in Washington, D.C. chose to pick up their hire at 1 Aviation Circle.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Washington, D.C.?
Prices for cars in Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Washington, D.C.?
As of September 2025, there are 67 operators available to choose from for cars in Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Washington, D.C.?
Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Washington, D.C.. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.
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 have 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 proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.
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