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South Carolina car rentals in 2024

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 17 May 2024.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$130

Cheapest price per day

$108

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 17 May 2024.

January

$81

February

$104

March

$117

April

$124

May

$117

June

$119

July

$132

August

$119

September

$98

October

$112

November

$107

December

$101

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.

Compare available car types for rental in South Carolina

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South 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 17 May 2024.

Small cars

$71 - $341

All Car Types

$66 - $292

To hire a small car in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of $100/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Carolina (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$341/day). In fact, December is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a small car 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.

To hire a medium car in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of $61/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Carolina (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$169/day). In fact, December is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a medium car saves you 47% 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 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 17 May 2024.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
212 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
241 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
343 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Avis

6.5
Okay
174 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.4
Okay
614 reviews33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.2

Budget

6.4
Okay
429 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Dollar

5.8
Fair
97 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

6.1

Ace

4.2
Mediocre
37 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.4

Comfort

4.9

Overall

4.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.7

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 17 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $130/day when booking a car hire in South Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for $84/day from Alamo, booked on May 12.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (8.6 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Yesaway (8.5 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 $1.70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $76 and $110 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo 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 $918 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 30% 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.

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

    Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 37% below the average car hire price in South Carolina. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Carolina is on average $3,933 a month or $131 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Carolina car hire.

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