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Rent a car at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States

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About the Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States

About Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington, D.C.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest airport to downtown Washington, D.C., located just 5 miles (8 km) from the National Mall. It primarily serves domestic flights and is ideal for travelers visiting the U.S. capital for business or tourism. Renting a car at Reagan National Airport offers excellent mobility to explore not only the city but also nearby destinations in Northern Virginia and Maryland.

Airport facilities and services

DCA has three terminals (A, B, and C), with modern dining options, retail shops, free Wi-Fi, workstations, lounges, and accessibility services. The airport’s convenient layout allows for quick access and easy navigation. Nearby hotels include the Crystal City Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport.

Transportation to and from the airport

DCA is well connected via the Washington Metro Yellow and Blue Lines at the on-site National Airport Station. Buses, taxis, and rideshares are also available. Still, for travelers seeking to explore Mount Vernon, Shenandoah Valley, or make road trips throughout the region, car rental is the most versatile choice.

How to rent a car at Reagan National Airport

Rental car counters are located in Parking Garage A, connected to all terminals via a covered walkway or airport shuttle. Providers include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. Booking in advance with Rentcars secures better rates, faster service, and extras like toll passes, child seats, and full insurance coverage.

Driving tips from Reagan National Airport

  • Drive on the right: Vehicles in the U.S. drive on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Speed limits: 25–35 mph in city areas and up to 70 mph on interstate highways, depending on posted signage.
  • Tolls: Some regional express lanes and bridges have tolls. Many rental cars come with electronic toll systems — check your plan.
  • Fuel stations: Gas stations are available near the airport and along major routes. Most are self-service and open 24/7.
  • Navigation: Use GPS or mobile apps like Waze to manage D.C. traffic and plan routes through Virginia, Maryland, or the nation’s capital.

Why book your car rental at Reagan National Airport with Rentcars?

Rentcars allows you to compare prices and vehicle types from leading rental companies at Reagan National Airport. With transparent pricing, multilingual support, and secure booking, Rentcars helps you explore Washington, D.C., and beyond with total flexibility and peace of mind.

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Average rental day price in the last 30 days

US$ 87.02

Most popular car rental models at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States

  • Ford Explorer (SUV)
  • Volkswagen Passat (Premium)
  • Chevrolet Malibu (Full Size)

Best rated rental companies

  • Thrifty
  • Alamo
  • Dollar

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    Car Rental Requirements in the United States

    • Minimum Age

      In most countries, the minimum age required to hire a vehicle is 25.

    • Driver’s License

      Each driver must present a full, valid and original national driver's license held for minimum of 2 years. If your license is not in a language used in your destination country, an International Driver's Permit to accompany your national driver's license is highly recommended. Some rental companies and government agencies require that you present an IDP. It is the renter's responsibility to present both their IDP and Driver's License when picking up the vehicle. For more information, please reach out to the Rental Company.

    • ID or Passport

      Each driver must present a valid and original photo ID or passport.

    • International Credit Card

      The renter must present a personal credit card, valid in the country of pick-up with enough funds to put a hold for a security deposit. Third-party credit cards will not be accepted. The car rental company is solely responsible for approving the provided credit card. Online prepayment does not exempt the renter from providing a valid international credit card during vehicle pick-up. The rental company will place a hold in the amount of the security deposit and, when applicable, any additional local fees not covered in the prepaid voucher on the card provided at the rental location.

    • Prepaid Booking Voucher

      You must present a printout of the Booking Confirmation Voucher at the rental location. This document officially confirms all agreed upon services, payment conditions, rates, discounts, as well as vehicle availability within the group selected.

    • Important Information

      Car rental companies reserve the right to refuse service to underage or unlicensed drivers, those with poor credit history or individuals otherwise considered liabilities by the rental company.

    What to know before renting a car at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States

    • How much is it to rent a car at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      The lowest price found at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States is US$ 35.70 per day.

    • Which rental company is the best rated at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      The car rental company best rated by our customers at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States is Thrifty.

    • Which car model is the most rented at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      The most popular car rental model at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States is the Ford Explorer.

    • What is the average car rental daily rate at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      In the last 30 days, the average daily rate was US$ 87.02.

    • How many car rental locations are there at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States there are 9 locations at 8 car rental companies.

    • Which categories are available for rent at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), District of Columbia, United States?

      SUV, Premium, Full Size, Luxury, Standard, Compact, Economy, Van, Minivan, Special, Midsize.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CAR RENTAL

    Proteções do veículo

    Vehicle Protection

    Rental car protections usually have the abbreviations CDW and LDW and protect the vehicle from robbery and damage in the event of collisions or accidents.

    Proteções à terceiros

    Third-Party Protection

    The protections against third parties have several abbreviations, such as ALI, SLI and others. In general, they protect the vehicle from third parties involved in collisions with your rental car.

    Caução

    Security deposit

    To pick up the car you must leave a security deposit, also called a pre-authorization. The amount is "blocked" on the renter's credit card and "unlocked" after the return of the car on the same conditions.

    Opcionais

    Optional items

    It is possible to add optional items to your reservation, such as GPS, child car seat or booster seat. Take advantage of those items so you don’t have to worry about it later!

    Condutor adicional

    Additional driver

    If someone else is sharing the wheel with you, they need to be added to the car rental agreement as an additional driver and meet the same documentation and minimum age requirements as the main driver or renter.

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    Mileage

    Check if your reservation has free mileage or not. Free mileage means you can ride as much as you like with the rental car and you will not pay extra depending on the ride.

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