Car rentals in Downtown, Wilmington

You can expect to spend around $50 per day on average on a rental car in Downtown. Depending on what neighborhood you plan to visit, daily rental prices may be as low as $40 per day or as high as $65 per day which is a 39% difference.

Thrifty ($39/day) is the cheapest car rental company in Downtown as of the past 72 hours, followed by Budget ($41/day), and Alamo ($47/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what neighborhood in Wilmington you visit and what type of car you decide to rent.

With an average review score of 6.2/10 from 32 reviewers, Avis is rated the best car rental company in Downtown by our users.

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Downtown, with 31% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Downtown costs, on average, $106/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighborhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

The majority of momondo users will rent a car in Downtown for 9 days at an average cost of $60 per day. Renting for 1 week will cost a total of $448, while renting for just the weekend will cost $166 in total. You can also rent a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, renting a car for a month in Downtown costs, on average, $2,410 total.

The best time to rent a car in Downtown is during the month of February when prices average $48 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car is in July, during which you will frequently find prices averaging $72 per day. Be sure to book your rental car around 7 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Downtown were last updated today.

As of June 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Downtown. 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.

When renting a car in Downtown, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.