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Cheap Car Rentals in North Carolina from $66

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 North Carolina with a pick-up date of 17/1 and drop-off date of 27/1. 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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North Carolina car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 December 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$77

Cheapest price per day

$66

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in North Carolina?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in North Carolina 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 30 December 2024.

January

$70

February

$78

March

$90

April

$95

May

$101

June

$102

July

$108

August

$94

September

$92

October

$102

November

$94

December

$92

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in North Carolina 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 rental in North Carolina

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in North Carolina to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 December 2024.

Small cars

$57 - $140

All Car Types

$75 - $155

To hire a small car in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of $87/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in North Carolina (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$140/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, hiring a small car saves you 18% 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 North Carolina small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of $96/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in North Carolina (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$173/day). In fact, January is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, hiring a medium 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 North Carolina medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of $78/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in North Carolina (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$158/day). In fact, August is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, hiring a large car saves you 26% 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 North Carolina large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of $93/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in North Carolina (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$172/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, hiring a SUV saves you 13% 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 North Carolina SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$107/day
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A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in North Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in North Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in North Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 30 December 2024.

Alamo

7.7
Good
107 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
255 reviews73 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Dollar

6.3
Okay
132 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Hertz

6.0
Okay
326 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Budget

5.7
Fair
332 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Avis

5.5
Fair
165 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Thrifty

7.1
Good
43 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.1

Ace

4.4
Mediocre
38 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.9

Comfort

4.5

Overall

4.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.6

Best North Carolina car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of $103. Data was last updated on 30 December 2024.
Toyota Camry$66/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Volkswagen Passat$72/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Hyundai Accent$82/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in North Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $67/day when booking a car hire in North Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for $55/day from Dollar, booked on Dec. 29.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in North Carolina?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in North Carolina from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($72/day), Avis ($83/day), and Dollar ($87/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (9.2 rating), Alamo (8.4 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in North Carolina.

  • What are petrol prices like in North Carolina?

    The average price of petrol in North Carolina is $1.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $104 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North Carolina for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in North Carolina, offering car hire for around $514 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 30%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in North Carolina.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in North Carolina.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in North Carolina is $2,202 ($73/day) on average.

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