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Cheap Car Hire in Charleston from $114

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Charleston with a pick-up date of 26/6 and drop-off date of 30/6. 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.
Driver's age: 26-65
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Charleston car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Charleston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$1.56

Average price per day

$172

Cheapest price per day

$114

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charleston 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 16 May 2024.

January

$74

February

$95

March

$107

April

$113

May

$107

June

$109

July

$121

August

$109

September

$89

October

$103

November

$98

December

$92

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston 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 Charleston

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Charleston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Charleston this past week from 22 hire locations out of 8 hire agencies. Prices for a Charleston small car hire start from $114/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compare available car types for hire in Charleston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Charleston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $159

All Car Types

$87 - $204

To hire a small car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $119/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charleston, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$159/day). In fact, December is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a small car saves you 10% 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. Here are the best Charleston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $101/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$226/day). In fact, November is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a medium car saves you 24% 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. Here are the best Charleston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $125/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Charleston, the United States (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$212/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a large car saves you 6% 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. Here are the best Charleston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $143/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Charleston, the United States (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$226/day). In fact, November is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a SUV is 8% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Charleston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris$114/day
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Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent Hatch$128/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in Charleston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charleston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charleston. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Charleston, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
107 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.3
Good
224 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.7

Budget

6.0
Okay
217 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
91 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Avis

5.4
Fair
74 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.6

National

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

2 locations

Best Charleston car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Charleston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Charleston with an average daily rate of $139. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Charleston. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota Yaris$114/day
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M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Hilux$122/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Hilux
Hyundai Accent Hatch$128/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Charleston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $172/day when booking a car hire in Charleston. The absolute best deal a user found was for $100/day from Budget, booked on May 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Charleston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Charleston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($114/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($138/day), and National ($140/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.2 rating), National (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charleston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Charleston?

    The average price of petrol in Charleston is $1.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $101 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Charleston for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $1,206/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Charleston.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Charleston for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Charleston for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Budget can potentially be 42% below the average car hire price in Charleston. Check prices and availability for Budget and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Charleston is on average $5,168 a month or $172 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Charleston car hire.

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

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Charleston. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in June, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Charleston?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Charleston is Compact (Ford Focus) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car hires by fuel type in Charleston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Charleston. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Charleston. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Charleston. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($76+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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