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Cheap Car Hire in Charleston from $123

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 Charleston with a pick-up date of 19/4 and drop-off date of 21/4. 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 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 20 March 2025.

January

$86

February

$105

March

$111

April

$119

May

$116

June

$118

July

$126

August

$119

September

$107

October

$111

November

$111

December

$113

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 20 March 2025.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Charleston this past week from 25 hire locations out of 10 hire agencies. Prices for a Charleston large car hire start from $123/day. Check out available deals for 4 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

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

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 20 March 2025.

Small cars

$81 - $182

All Car Types

$97 - $241

To hire a small car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $103/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charleston, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$182/day). In fact, January is about 23% 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 27% 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 $129/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$247/day). In fact, November is about 45% 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 9% 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 $136/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Charleston, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$307/day). In fact, August is about 50% 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 4% 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 $117/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Charleston, the United States (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$238/day). In fact, January is about 28% 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 saves you 17% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Auris$176/day
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Toyota Auris
Skoda Fabia$183/day
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Skoda Fabia

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 20 March 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Charleston, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

5.9
Fair
142 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
60 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Hertz

6.7
Okay
65 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.1

Avis

5.4
Fair
50 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.6

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
22 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

National

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

Dollar

1 location

Easirent

1 location

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 $168. Data was last updated on 20 March 2025.
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.
Subaru Legacy$123/day
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Subaru Legacy
Toyota Highlander$151/day
5
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Toyota Highlander
Toyota Camry$156/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 March 2025.
  • 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: Turo ($151/day), Dollar ($163/day), and Alamo ($167/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 $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Charleston for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $889/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 24% 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 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 Full-size SUV car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in April, 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 Standard (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car hires in Charleston

Find luxury car hire deals in Charleston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Charleston cost an average of $288 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 March 2025.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Charleston by selecting one of these great deals we've found. If these car hire deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$170/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$171/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$189/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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 20 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Charleston. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($81+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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