Car Rental at Washington Dulles Airport from $34/day

Ford Focus

or similar Small

$36/day

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Small

$36/day

Ford Focus

or similar Small

$36/day

* These are the best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours and may change

Booking Insights

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Sixt	Luxury	$64/day	$51/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

You should book your rental car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport around 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Turo ($5.36/day), Dollar ($28.77/day) and Thrifty ($30.83/day).

What is the best rental car company in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Dollar (6.8, 60 reviews), Alamo (8.0, 45 reviews), and Hertz (7.1, 51 reviews).

Dollar

Rated 6.8/10

What is the most popular rental car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

SUV rentals (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. SUV rentals in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport cost $114/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $89/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is January at an average cost of $37/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when prices are $71/day on average, which tends to be 33% above the yearly average rental price for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

What rental car company in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport has the most locations?

Advance Car And Truck Rental, Alamo, Arow Enterprises Corp. and AutoEurope each operate 1 location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, more than any other rental company.

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While there are plenty of transportation options to get you from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to your destination, there are drawbacks to all of them. The cost of taxis and rideshare services can be quite steep. The time associated with taking public transportation that may include several transfers can make that a less than desirable choice as well. When you choose a car rental at Washington Dulles International Airport, you can head straight to your destination in an economical way.
Picking up your car rental at Washington Dulles International Airport is quite easy. Once you leave the baggage claim area head down the ramp to either Door 2 or Door 4. There are rental car shuttle buses that pick up at both Curbs 2C and 2D. It is important to remember that some brands do share a shuttle bus, so make sure you check the branding on the bus before you board to pick up your rental car.
Returning your car rental at Washington Dulles International Airport is just about as easy as when you picked it up. When you are driving to the airport, follow the signage that directs you to the rental car return area. All the lots for the rental car companies are on Autopilot Drive. From there, simply follow the signage for your company's lot, return your car, and then hop on the convenient shuttle bus to take you to the terminal buildings.
Just as you might expect when driving in any major city, there are times that are busier at this airport, and that not only means the time it will take to get your Washington Dulles International Airport car rental will be longer, but the time it will take to leave the airport could be longer as well. You should expect these longer wait times on weekday mornings and Sunday mornings.
25% of our users found rental cars at Washington Dulles Airport for $60 or less
Book your rental car at Washington Dulles Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

What car rental companies operate at this airport and how easy is it to find them?
Most major car rental companies that you are most likely familiar with have an operation at this airport. One of the great features of this airport is that all of the companies have an operation in the rental car center that has a location offsite from the airport. The center is easily accessed through the complimentary shuttle buses that operate between the terminal buildings and the rental car center.
What are some of the amenities I should expect to find at the rental car center?
One of the best things about renting a car and a major airport like this that has a dedicated rental car center is that you will be able to pick up your car quickly. Most all the major rental car companies here have an information board that will show you where your rental car sits so if you do not want to deal with waiting in line or interacting with any car rental personnel, you can walk straight to your car. Beyond that, the center offers things like restrooms and vending machines to pick up a quick snack or drink.
What type of documentation am I going to need to rent a car at Washington Dulles Intl Airport?
When you are renting a car at Washington Dulles Intl Airport you must present a valid driver's license issued in the United States. If you are visiting from another country, you can use the license issued from your home country so long as it is valid at the time of your rental. If you are visiting from another country you will need to present your passport at the time of your rental as well.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Washington Dulles Airport?
On average a rental car at Washington Dulles Airport costs $76 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Washington Dulles Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Washington Dulles Airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and National.

Dollar

6.8

Okay

Read 60 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

6.6

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$53/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23540 Autopilot Drive

+1 866 434 2226

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Intermediate

They had no cars available on the lot though I had a prepaid reservation. I had to walk to a completely different rental car place to find a car.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Pickup truck

Smooth transaction, no issues.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

Horrendous all the way around

10.0 Wonderful

Colin, May 2024

Standard SUV

An easy collection and return. A car which performed faultlessly. A reasonable price. I would use Dollar again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

We arrived at the rental location and they were out of cars. They did not communicate the issue, and we had to wait an hour in line to find out they were out of cars and could t guarantee we would get an SUV that we had reserved but we could wait 3 hours for them to get more cars. We cancelled the reservation and booked with a different rental car agency.

10.0 Wonderful

Maxine, May 2021

Pros:

Nice car, brand new. Thank you.

Cons:

None

Alamo

8.0

Very good

Read 45 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

7.7

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$67/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23430 Autopilot Dr

+1 844 648 1605

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Reviews

6.0 Okay

Bobbye, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

First vehicle showed past oil change needed. Second car had to be towed. Neither had Been cleaned well. Expected mote from Alamo.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Minivan

Was told go out and choose minivan. Most options had body damage and/or were missing seats from vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

I liked the friendly service.

6.0 Okay

Lisa, Dec 2023

Intermediate

My only problem was figuring out how to work the heater, radio etc. The lady that walked us out should have gotten us set up. It was a cold morning and my husband and I aren’t very high tech. The bathroom when you walk in (Men’s) was beyond disgusting. You could smell it from the desk.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Standard SUV

Everything about the rental and vehicle was great. The price was ok.

2.0 Poor

Darin, Apr 2021

Cons:

Never got it all the rental companies at the airport require a major credit card now so that could’ve been better

Hertz

7.1

Good

Read 51 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.8

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$60/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23540 Autopilot Dr

+1 703 471 6020

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

scott, Jul 2025

Commercial

Very Disappointing!! Huge waste of time and energy Requested REFUND, but I’m still getting charged, can anyone assist??

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Passenger van

They tried to cancel or adjust my reservation the same day, two hours before the pick up time. I requested a 12 seat van and after i pre-checked in 2 days before (through their website) a manager caled me 2 hours before my reservation letting me know that they do not have the vehicle in stock.

10.0 Wonderful

Jessica, Mar 2025

Intermediate SUV

Easy and great pricd

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate SUV

From a to z all went very efficiently,great job keep it up.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Standard SUV

The car smelled like smoke and I want to be reimbursed for how terrible it was.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Economy

Explanation of the tolls. We paid as we went thru

Avis

6.5

Okay

Read 36 reviews

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.4

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$69/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23330 Autopilot Drive

+1 703 661 3500

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Intermediate SUV

Brocken windshield wipers Brocken seat controls Wrong class of vehicle received (small sedan instead of small suv, no adjustment in fare)

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

Pick-up was slow. Only two people were at the counter. It seemed like they re-entered everything each person had already provided online. The waiting line was long. The car was fine and the turn-in at the Atlanta airport was fast, well-organized and easy.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

Nice

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

Good and smooth

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Premium SUV

Good checkout process. Clean car. Good value for money.

10.0 Wonderful

Wim, Oct 2023

Compact

Excellent , in all aspects . Thanks

Budget

6.2

Okay

Read 55 reviews

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.4

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$64/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23360 Autopilot Drive

+1 703 437 9559

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Premium

I had no problems.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Minivan

Didn't have the mini van I reserved. Gave me a huge gas guzzler 12 passenger van.

10.0 Wonderful

Jeff, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

I arrived after many flights had been delayed and cancelled due to weather. Even with a huge line and long wait times, the rental car staff moved as efficiently as possible and addressed the customer demands.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

Terrible and overpriced. I actually cancelled my reservation bc the line to pick up was over an hour. I went next door and saved $300 and walked out in 5min with the same van (with 7 miles on it)

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

Had to wait for 7 shuttles to get to the rental car place and then another hour plus to get our car. In total we waited over 2 hours to get our car.

4.0 Mediocre

Roberto JR, Jun 2024

Pickup truck

Charge me for fuel when i returned fueled

Thrifty

6.1

Okay

Read 51 reviews

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.6

One location in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

from$47/day

Locations in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

23540 Autopilot Drive

+1 877 283 0898

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
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