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Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston

Charleston, SC, United States
19 May — 26 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Charleston, SC, United States
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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 12 May 2024.

January

$83

February

$106

March

$119

April

$126

May

$119

June

$121

July

$134

August

$121

September

$99

October

$114

November

$109

December

$102

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 12 May 2024.
Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental 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 12 May 2024.

Small cars

$72 - $347

All Car Types

$68 - $310

To hire a small car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $96/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charleston, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$347/day). In fact, December is about 25% 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 32% 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 Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $84/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$271/day). In fact, December is about 26% 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 40% 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 rental 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 12 May 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Charleston, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Alamo in Charleston. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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

Budget

6.0
Okay
216 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

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

Hertz

7.3
Good
84 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.8

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 May 2024.
  • 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 $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Charleston. They can have you in a hire car for about $925 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston 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 30% in Charleston - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Charleston?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (GMC Canyon) in Charleston, making it the most popular option.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Charleston

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Charleston. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Charleston. Deals were last updated on 12 May 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Charleston. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($142+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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