Cheap Car Rentals in South Carolina from $127
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 South Carolina with a pick-up date of 20/3 and drop-off date of 22/3. 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.
South Carolina car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 February 2025.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Carolina?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South 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 18 February 2025.
January
$88
February
$95
March
$111
April
$122
May
$120
June
$132
July
$137
August
$130
September
$108
October
$115
November
$109
December
$109
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South 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.
Popular car types in South Carolina
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 February 2025.
There are 334 hire agencies servicing South Carolina. These agencies, altogether, have 17,199 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in South Carolina with prices from $127 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in South Carolina:
Economy
$115+
Compact
$96+
Intermediate
$99+
Standard
$99+
Full-size
$101+
People mover
$139+
Full-size SUV
$174+
Premium
$109+
Luxury
$183+
Pick-up truck
$100+
Supplier choice
$91+
Compact SUV
$95+
Intermediate SUV
$98+
Luxury SUV
$116+
Standard SUV
$117+
Top rental agencies in South Carolina
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 18 February 2025.
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Best South Carolina car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Carolina with an average daily rate of $146. Data was last updated on 18 February 2025.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 February 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Carolina?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Carolina from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis ($129/day), Alamo ($134/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($135/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Carolina?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Carolina.
What are petrol prices like in South Carolina?
The average price of petrol in South Carolina is $1.57/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in South Carolina for a week from Avis?
Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Carolina. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $691 per week.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Carolina for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 25% to make it a great deal in South Carolina. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Carolina?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Carolina however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
Car rentals by fuel type in South Carolina
Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Carolina. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in South Carolina. Deals were last updated on 18 February 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Carolina. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($49+).
Electric
$49+
Hybrid
$65+