Car Rentals in Virginia

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Norfolk, VA
Jun 6 — Jun 13
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Rental cars insight and trends in Virginia

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Virginia

What is the cheapest rental car company in Virginia?

The cheapest rental car companies in Virginia are Getaround with prices from $13 per day, Getaround from as low as $16 per day, and Thrifty with deals as low as $19 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what city you plan to visit, and what type of car you rent.

What is the best rental car company in Virginia?

If you plan on visiting Virginia, consider renting a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which is the best rental car company in the region with 69 locations. 307 momondo reviewers gave this rental agency an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 for their reasonable prices and customer service. You can find Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Richmond and many other cities throughout Virginia.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in Virginia?

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Virginia, with 27% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Virginia costs, on average, $97/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what city you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

What are the cheapest cities to rent a car in Virginia?

At the moment, the cheapest cities to rent a car in Virginia are Leesburg and Vienna from NextCar and Turo, respectively. NextCar in Leesburg has rental rates starting from around $31/day while Turo in Vienna offers rentals for $33/day and up.

Best deals found for Virginia car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Virginia
Mazda Mazda3
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$29/day

22 Jul - 30 Jul
Mazda Mazda3
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$29/day

1 Aug - 31 Aug
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$29/day

5 Aug - 21 Aug
Chevrolet Spark
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$29/day

17 Jun - 17 Jul
Kia Picanto
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$29/day

5 Jun - 12 Jun
Nissan Versa
Mitsubishi Galant
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

$31/day

8 Jun - 8 Jul
Mitsubishi Galant
Ford Focus Sedan
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$31/day

19 Jul - 25 Jul
Ford Focus Sedan
Chrysler 200
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$32/day

9 Jun - 19 Jun
Chrysler 200
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$33/day

5 Jun - 6 Jul
Toyota Yaris

Virginia car rental information

Virginia experiences all four seasons and the full gamut of weather. In rainy or winter months, you’ll benefit from having an SUV for your car rental, since the elevated cabin offers improved visibility during inclement weather. In the spring and fall, temperatures are temperate, making convertibles a fun option, especially when you’re traveling ocean-side. However, if you’re going to rent a car in Virginia during the sweltering summer months, you will likely want a sedan or compact car so you can enjoy air conditioning in an enclosed space. Whichever way you choose to cruise, car rentals in Virginia are essential for exploring the breadth of the state’s sites of interest. And with well-maintained state and local roadways—including Interstates 95, 81 and 64—journeying across the state is relatively simple.

In Virginia, and throughout the United States, traffic operates on the right side of the road. Otherwise, most other roadway direction is clearly posted. Where there aren’t postings, these figures stand as guidelines. Additionally, all front seat occupants must wear a seatbelt as well as all occupants under the age of 18, regardless of their position in the car. Drivers of legal drinking age are prohibited from driving with a BAC (blood alcohol content) of 0.08% or higher. Before grabbing your car rental, it’s important to check with the department of motor vehicles for Virginia to identify new laws or guidelines that might have recently changed.

If you want a car rental in Virginia, there are documents you must furnish. Renters must have a valid, government-issued driver’s license and a major credit card with a substantial available balance. For international travelers, a passport is required, or in some instances, a photocopy may suffice. While an International Driver’s Permit—or IDP—is typically recommended, one may not be required; however, driver’s will need an English translation of their license if the original is not in English. Finally, to get a vehicle in Virginia, driver’s must be at least 18 years old. Drivers under 25 will be subject to a young renters fee. If you’re in this age bracket a rental car comparison will help you secure a cheap car rental.


Virginia car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Virginia that's right for you

Small Cars

$40 - $71

All Car Types

$67 - $94

The average price of a Small rental in Virginia is $53. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Virginia is in August. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $40 per day. A Small rental is typically 33% less expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Virginia is $56. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Virginia is in September. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $44 per day. A Medium rental is typically 29% less expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Virginia is $71. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Virginia is in September. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $56 per day. A Large rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Virginia is $62. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Virginia is in August. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $49 per day. A SUV rental is typically 21% less expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Virginia is $100. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Virginia is in October. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just $86 per day. A Van rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia Van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Virginia is $96. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Virginia is in February. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $71 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Virginia Luxury rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Convertible rental in Virginia is $118. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Virginia is in February. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just $70 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 34% more expensive than the average rental car in Virginia. The average price of a vehicle rental in Virginia can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$29/day

1 Aug - 31 Aug
Kia Picanto
Suzuki SX4
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$29/day

5 Jun - 12 Jun
Suzuki SX4
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers
5-door vehicles

$33/day

5 Jun - 6 Jul
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan

Virginia car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Virginia

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
277 reviews69 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Alamo

8.0
Very good
422 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Budget

6.6
Okay
540 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Avis

6.5
Okay
215 reviews27 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.4
Okay
471 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
166 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Payless

6.0
Okay
203 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.9
Fair
451 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Virginia

Nearby attractions:

VCU Health Medical Campus6.5 mi
National Theater6.8 mi
Greater Richmond Convention Center7.0 mi
Richmond International Raceway8.1 mi
Kings Dominion24.3 mi

Nearby attractions:

Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheater10.3 mi
Buckroe Beach11.2 mi
Virginia Beach Convention Center12.3 mi
Oceanfront12.8 mi
Hampton Coliseum13.9 mi

Nearby attractions:

Wintergreen Resort69.6 mi
Monticello95.6 mi
Greater Richmond Convention Center140.0 mi
National Theater140.1 mi
VCU Health Medical Campus140.4 mi

The mid-Atlantic state is replete with cultural and historic sites; while there are locations where some public transportation is available, a rental car is essential for most locations. If you plan to visit multiple cities, such as Virginia Beach, Richmond and Arlington, cheap rental cars, such as a compact vehicle, will be an economical and prudent way to travel—especially because public transit is scarce and what is available can double the duration of travel. If you’re hoping to explore some of the famous Civil War battlefields like Fredericksburg, or the stunning Shenandoah National Park and its Skyline Drive, a personal vehicle is a must, since there aren’t public transportation options. What’s more, a vehicle allows you to stop to explore areas where the views are especially interesting.


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Car rental in Virginia

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Virginia so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

It costs $69/day on average for a car rental in Virginia. momondo users have also found prices as high as $184/day and cheaper deals from around $26/day, which is a 86% price variation. These price differences are often dependent on what city in Virginia you rent your car in.

The best time to rent a car in Virginia is during the month of February, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 6+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging $33 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car in Virginia is December, at $153 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you rent from and what type of car you choose.


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