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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Wilmington?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Wilmington, DE 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 21 December 2024.

January

£31

February

£33

March

£39

April

£45

May

£47

June

£51

July

£55

August

£48

September

£36

October

£38

November

£43

December

£39

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Wilmington 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Wilmington, DE

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Wilmington, DE to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Small cars

£23 - £54

All Car Types

£32 - £60

To hire a small car in Wilmington, the United States, you would pay an average price of £28/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Wilmington, the United States (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£54/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Wilmington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wilmington, hiring a small car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Wilmington, the United States, you would pay an average price of £26/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Wilmington, the United States (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£71/day). In fact, August is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Wilmington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wilmington, hiring a medium car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Wilmington, the United States, you would pay an average price of £24/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Wilmington, the United States (~£39/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£60/day). In fact, August is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Wilmington. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Wilmington, hiring a SUV saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire agencies in Wilmington, DE

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wilmington, DE known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wilmington, DE. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Wilmington, including National, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis in Wilmington. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Dollar

1 location

Thrifty

1 location

Budget

5.2
Fair
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.2

Hertz

4.9
Mediocre
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.1

Alamo

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wilmington, DE, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Wilmington?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 rating) and Avis (6.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Wilmington.

  • What are petrol prices like in Wilmington?

    The average price of petrol in Wilmington is £0.72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £47 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wilmington for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Wilmington. They can have you in a hire car for about £335 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 60% in Wilmington - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Wilmington it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Wilmington?

    The most popular car to hire while in Wilmington is the Kia Rio, which is a Economy vehicle.

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