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Sterling car rentals from C$ 50/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Sterling with a pick-up date of 9/12 and drop-off date of 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car rentals in Sterling

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Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
C$ 52/day
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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar SMALL
4
2
2/4
C$ 61/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
C$ 50/day
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Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
C$ 56/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
C$ 93/day
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Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
C$ 88/day
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Audi A4 car
Audi A4
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
C$ 87/day
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Ford Mustang Convertible car
Ford Mustang Convertible
or similar CONVERTIBLE
5
3
2/4
C$ 104/day
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Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
3
2/4
C$ 75/day
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Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
C$ 143/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 65/day
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Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 68/day
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Nissan Kicks car
Nissan Kicks
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4
2
4-5
C$ 71/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Sterling

  • Renting a car from any of the major car rentals in Sterling, including Avis, Alamo, Thrifty, and Enterprise, will make your movements within the city easier. If you are coming to the city with your children, you can drive your rental car to Heritage Farm Museum, which features interactive exhibits for children. The advantage of Sterling car rentals over Metro Bus, which offers public transport services, is that you travel according to your preferred schedule on any day, whether weekday or weekend. On the contrary, Metro Bus does not operate on weekends and has fixed departure schedules and routes.
  • The car rental offices located on Autopilot Drive are highly rated pick-up and return points for travelers using Washington Dulles International Airport when arriving or leaving Sterling. Once you arrive at the airport, exit the Baggage Claim area using Ground Transportation to access car rental shuttles. Each of the Sterling car rentals has shuttles in this area to take travelers from the airport to the offices where they can rent their preferred car model.
  • If you are driving within Downtown Sterling, you need to be observant of bikers, most of whom jump into the roads without warning. It is a good practice to maintain low speeds on most of those roads in order to avoid hitting any of these bikers or cyclists. If you are driving in the central business district of Sterling, you need to be careful with pedestrians; some of them cross the roads without taking care of the oncoming vehicles.
  • Driving car rentals in Sterling can be considerably difficult during the Sterlingfest event. This is an annual family-friendly hotel that takes place in the month of October. During this period, the city experiences an increase in traffic, making motorists to be stuck in a traffic jams on most roads. Apart from this event, you will have trouble when driving in Sterling during the morning and evening rush hour periods. Most of the roads in the city experience heavy traffic between 6 am and 10 am and from 3 pm to 7 pm. Williamsburg Road is the most affected during this period.
  • Book your rental car in Sterling at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size rental cars in Sterling are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Sterling

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Sterling?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (C$ 50/day), Thrifty (C$ 54/day) and Budget (C$ 61/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 23540 Autopilot Drive 20166 (5 kilometers from city center).

  • What is the best rental car company in Sterling?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Sterling are Alamo (8.2, 89 reviews), Dollar (6.7, 114 reviews), and Thrifty (6.7, 113 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in Sterling?

    The average gas price in Sterling is C$ 4.80 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 77, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Sterling?

    Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Sterling.

  • Which car rental companies are at Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Dulles Intl airport is Hertz.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Dollar, Budget, Hertz, Avis and Alamo.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Sterling?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Sterling?

    A Full Size car rental in Sterling costs C$ 59 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Sterling?

    A Standard car rental in Sterling costs C$ 82 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Sterling?

    A Special car rental in Sterling costs C$ 85 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Sterling?

    The type of car to rent will depend on the season in which you are visiting Sterling and the number of people you are traveling with. During winter, when most of the roads in the city are snow, you need to reserve a four-wheel drive fitted with winter tires from any of the car rentals in Sterling. If you are traveling along with one or two luggage bags, an economy car will be a suitable type of car that you can rent. On the other hand, if you are traveling with three to four people, consider reserving an SUV to enjoy comfortable travel with a baggage room.

  • What’s the speed limit in Sterling?

    You should observe a speed limit of 55 mph on all highways in Sterling, except Dulles Greenway, which allows a speed limit of up to 65 mph. However, when driving in the residential areas and school zones, you need to observe a speed limit of 25 mph. Violations of speed limits are few among drivers in Sterling because of the presence of speed cameras. These cameras are located at all major intersections in the city and at several points along Williamsburg Road, which is the busiest road in the city.

  • Where are the best places to park in Sterling?

    You will enjoy affordable rates if you consider parking in areas outside the loop of Sterling’s central business district. Herndon-Monroe Park & Ride is one of the parking lots with the highest number of parking spaces available for travelers. You should expect to part with about $2 per day this and other parking lots around. Many hotels in Sterling, such as Hotel Embassy and Saab Royale Hotel, allow visitors to come in with their rental cars to park at no extra cost.   

Sterling car rental reviews and directory 
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Dollar

6.7

Okay

Read 64 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.9

Value for money

6.6

One location in Sterling

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Locations in Sterling

23540 Autopilot Drive

+1 866 434 2226

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

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Horrendous all the way around

10.0 Wonderful

Colin, May 2024

Standard SUV

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An easy collection and return. A car which performed faultlessly. A reasonable price. I would use Dollar again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

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We arrived at the rental location and they were out of cars. They did not communicate the issue, and we had to wait an hour in line to find out they were out of cars and could t guarantee we would get an SUV that we had reserved but we could wait 3 hours for them to get more cars. We cancelled the reservation and booked with a different rental car agency.

10.0 Wonderful

Maxine, May 2021

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Pros:

Nice car, brand new. Thank you.

Cons:

None

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was a long line and they moved us along very swiftly.

Cons:

Everything was Great this Trip!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Horrible experience. Would not recommend at all.

Cons:

So unorganized, I arrived on time and they didn’t even have the car I had rented out in advanced and didn’t even offer anything else.

1 out of 22

Thrifty

6.7

Okay

Read 70 reviews

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

7.1

One location in Sterling

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23540 Autopilot Drive

+1 877 283 0898

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

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The parking space on the pickup document was not correct and I had to wander around the parking lot to find the car. Otherwise, I had no problems.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

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to rent a car it cost $127 but to change drop off location you requested $1250 !!!!!!! Are you feeling ok ???

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Compact SUV

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Easy check in

10.0 Wonderful

Kevin, Sep 2024

Full-size SUV

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Overall, it was a positive experience. The pickup and drop off were easy and quick. The car was clean and in excellent working order.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Full-size SUV

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Lady at the counter was hesitant to help me, and was clearly upset when she was helping me. Car smelled really bad, it was dirty both interior and exterior.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Coupe

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I was forced to wait for 1.5 hours at pickup because there were no cars available. Rude staff, and it was like the hunger games with people fighting for cars when they became available (no reservation per vehicle so people all just started trying to jump in) it was like the hunger games. Never experienced anything like it, totally shameful for thrifty/hertz and will never rent from them again

1 out of 24

Budget

6.3

Okay

Read 53 reviews

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.3

2 locations in Sterling

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20990 Dulles Town Circle

+1 703 430 1408

Monday10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thursday10:00 - 17:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 17:00

23360 Autopilot Drive

+1 703 437 9559

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Jeff, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

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I arrived after many flights had been delayed and cancelled due to weather. Even with a huge line and long wait times, the rental car staff moved as efficiently as possible and addressed the customer demands.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

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Terrible and overpriced. I actually cancelled my reservation bc the line to pick up was over an hour. I went next door and saved $300 and walked out in 5min with the same van (with 7 miles on it)

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

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Had to wait for 7 shuttles to get to the rental car place and then another hour plus to get our car. In total we waited over 2 hours to get our car.

4.0 Mediocre

Roberto JR, Jun 2024

Pick-up truck

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Charge me for fuel when i returned fueled

6.0 Okay

Ivonne, May 2024

Pick-up truck

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The car smelled like cigarettes the entire time sprayed with two different deodorizer for the smell but to no success in reducing the odor

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

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I would like to request my money if possible I am going to call the credit card company to dispute it. I have reserved a Sedan but when I went to pick up the car they did not have a sedan for me. they gave me a dirty Jeep Wrangler, on top of that They charge me extra on that car. I had to spend over 200 dollars for the gas on that car in 2 days.

1 out of 18

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8

Very good

Read 17 reviews

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

8.3

4 locations in Sterling

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202 Lane Ct

+1 703 464 3391

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

22035 Railcar Dr

+1 703 444 6360

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

23430 Autopilot Dr

+1 844 648 1602

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

45664 Woodland Rd

+1 703 444 6360

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
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Thursday00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Terry, May 2024

Commercial

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The staff were very helpful and friendly. The van was perfect for our needs and fairly priced. The check in and out process was smooth.

10.0 Wonderful

Danielle, May 2024

Full-size

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The staff were knowledgeable. Everything was organized and pick up/drop off were simple and convenient. The shuffle was online both directions.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Passenger Van

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I like the fact that they dont charge for mileage and the van was clean but it rode like a tank ,maybe to much air in the tires and you couldnt open the sliding door on the passenger side and i love the easy return operation.This was my first time and i will rent again from enterprise because they always have vehicle available.Thank you

10.0 Wonderful

Bruce, Oct 2023

Pick-up truck

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The Team Member Cole (I think was his name) was excellent. From entry into the Registration area, through return, on top of each need. Pleasant and knew the company, car and my options.

9.2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff at IAD was awesome!

Cons:

USB port in vehicle was missing making phone charging a challenge.

6.8 Okay

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff.

Cons:

The vehicle REEKED of cigarette smoke. It also made some sort of odd sound when accelerating or slowing down. Finally, when picking up, I waited five minutes in line, at 10pm, just for a counter person to arrive.

1 out of 6

Alamo

8.2

Very good

Read 52 reviews
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.9

One location in Sterling

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23430 Autopilot Dr

+1 844 648 1605

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Bobbye, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

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First vehicle showed past oil change needed. Second car had to be towed. Neither had Been cleaned well. Expected mote from Alamo.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Minivan

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Was told go out and choose minivan. Most options had body damage and/or were missing seats from vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

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I liked the friendly service.

6.0 Okay

Lisa, Dec 2023

Intermediate

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My only problem was figuring out how to work the heater, radio etc. The lady that walked us out should have gotten us set up. It was a cold morning and my husband and I aren’t very high tech. The bathroom when you walk in (Men’s) was beyond disgusting. You could smell it from the desk.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Standard SUV

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Everything about the rental and vehicle was great. The price was ok.

2.0 Poor

Darin, Apr 2021

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Cons:

Never got it all the rental companies at the airport require a major credit card now so that could’ve been better

1 out of 18

Avis

6.7

Okay

Read 36 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.5

2 locations in Sterling

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20990 Dulles Town Circle

+1 703 421 1974

Monday10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thursday10:00 - 17:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 17:00

23330 Autopilot Drive

+1 703 661 3500

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Pick-up was slow. Only two people were at the counter. It seemed like they re-entered everything each person had already provided online. The waiting line was long. The car was fine and the turn-in at the Atlanta airport was fast, well-organized and easy.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

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Nice

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

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Good and smooth

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Premium SUV

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Good checkout process. Clean car. Good value for money.

10.0 Wonderful

Wim, Oct 2023

Compact

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Excellent , in all aspects . Thanks

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact

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Avis, in particular Jazz, was honest, helpfilul, and not pushy. If I rent again at LHR it be with Avis!

1 out of 12

National

8.7

Very good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.3

One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

23430 Autopilot Dr

+1 844 648 1604

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Passenger Van

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I liked that it was easy to pick up the rental car. Cleanliness could be much improved. I was hoping to be able to drop off the rental car at National near my place but unfortunately I have to drop it off at Dulles airport where I picked it up.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

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EVERYTHING was amazing!! Thank you!

Hertz

8.4

Very good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.4

One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

23000 Indian Creek Dr

+1 703 689 4934

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

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The Staff was great. Pick-up and drop off very easy

2.0 Poor

Deborah, Apr 2023

Intermediate

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It was cancelled - never picked up dud not allow debit cards

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

Washington Dulles International Airport

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

23390 Autopilot Drive, Washington Dulles

+1 703 661 6387

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Advance Car And Truck Rental

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One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

23390 Autopilot Dr

+1 703 661 6387

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Europcar

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One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

Please Go To The Advantage Counter

+1 703 661 6387

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Flight Car

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One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

Washington Dulles airport

+1 844 435 8227

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Silvercar

No score available yet

One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

44900 Falcon Place

+1 855 359 2227

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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Sunnycars

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One location in Sterling

Locations in Sterling

23430 Autopilot Drive

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Sterling car rental information

Pick-up locationSterling
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Convertible, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV
Rental locations21
Airport locations14
Popular agenciesAlamo, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty

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