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Cheap Car Rentals in Richmond from $97

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Richmond with a pick-up date of 22/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Richmond?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Richmond and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

January

$78

February

$80

March

$99

April

$103

May

$113

June

$113

July

$117

August

$96

September

$92

October

$94

November

$103

December

$94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Richmond is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Richmond

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Richmond and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Richmond. These agencies, altogether, have 36 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Richmond with prices from $97 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can hire in Richmond:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Convertible

Convertible

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Top rental agencies in Richmond

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richmond known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richmond. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Richmond, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
37 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Budget

6.2
Okay
63 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.6

Avis

6.0
Okay
32 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Hertz

5.8
Fair
38 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.8
Fair
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.1

National

9.2
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

9.3

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

8.2

Payless

5.5
Fair
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

4.7

Best Richmond car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Richmond. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Richmond with an average daily rate of $128. Data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Richmond. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Hyundai Kona$97/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona
Kia Niro$97/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Niro
Mitsubishi Mirage$100/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richmond, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Richmond?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Richmond from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($97/day), Hertz ($100/day), and Budget ($158/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Richmond?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.2 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) and Budget (6.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Richmond.

  • What are petrol prices like in Richmond?

    The average price of petrol in Richmond is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Richmond for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the top picks in Richmond. They can have you in a hire car for about $1,188 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Richmond for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 43%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Richmond.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Richmond?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Richmond check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Richmond for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Richmond, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Intermediate SUV hire in Richmond is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate SUV for March, it will cost approximately $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Richmond?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Toyota Corolla) in Richmond, making it the most popular option.

Car rentals by fuel type in Richmond

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Richmond. Deals were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Richmond. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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