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Cheap Car Rentals in Richmond, VA from $85

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 14/12 and drop-off date of 16/12. 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, VA 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 14 November 2024.

January

$62

February

$74

March

$94

April

$98

May

$109

June

$108

July

$111

August

$93

September

$91

October

$91

November

$89

December

$76

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, VA

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Richmond, VA and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 November 2024.
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There are 15 hire agencies servicing Richmond. These agencies, altogether, have 36 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Richmond with prices from $85 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Richmond:

Economy

Economy

$130+

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Compact

Compact

$98+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$85+

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Standard

Standard

$101+

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Full-size

Full-size

$90+

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People mover

People mover

$162+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$179+

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Luxury

Luxury

$133+

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Top rental agencies in Richmond, VA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Richmond, VA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Richmond, VA. Reviews were last updated on 14 November 2024.
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

7.5
Good
36 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Budget

6.1
Okay
67 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Avis

5.9
Fair
34 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Hertz

5.8
Fair
38 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.7
Fair
38 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.0

National

8.2
Very Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.9
Good
6 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

8.2

Payless

5.8
Fair
10 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

5.1

Best Richmond, VA car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Richmond, VA. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Richmond, VA with an average daily rate of $123. Data was last updated on 14 November 2024.
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.
Volkswagen Passat$85/day
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Volkswagen Passat
Found 11/13/24
Holden Commodore$90/day
5
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A/C
Holden Commodore
Found 11/13/24
Kia Sportage$97/day
5
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A/C
Kia Sportage
Found 11/13/24

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Richmond, VA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 November 2024.

  • 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 ($85/day), Thrifty ($119/day), and Hertz ($130/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (8.4 rating), National (8.2 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6 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 $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 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 $558 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 46%. 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 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 for December, 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.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Richmond, VA

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Richmond, VA. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Richmond, VA. Deals were last updated on 14 November 2024.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Richmond, VA. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($47+).

Electric

Electric

$47+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$82+

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