Charleston

Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston from $71

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 11/10 and drop-off date of 25/10. 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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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 18 September 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Charleston this past week from 24 hire locations out of 10 hire agencies. Prices for a Charleston small car hire start from $71/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car rental deals in Charleston by type

Here are the best Charleston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Charleston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Charleston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda3$71/day
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Kia Picanto$84/day
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Kia Picanto
Hyundai Accent$101/day
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Hyundai Accent

Best car rental deals found in Charleston

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 $102. Data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
Mazda Mazda3$71/day
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Mazda Mazda3
Volkswagen Passat$72/day
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Volkswagen Passat
Toyota Yaris$84/day
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Toyota Yaris

Cheapflights insights for Charleston car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Charleston, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Charleston, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $107, which is about 52% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Charleston?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charleston is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 138 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 57 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charleston?

Planning to hire a car in Charleston? January is the cheapest month, costing about $92 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $131. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$92

February

$114

March

$119

April

$131

May

$121

June

$119

July

$131

August

$122

September

$112

October

$117

November

$114

December

$121

What car do most people hire in Charleston?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Charleston are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 4.

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 18 September 2025.

Budget

5.9
Fair
138 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
57 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Hertz

6.7
Okay
39 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.0

Avis

5.3
Fair
48 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.6

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charleston for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Charleston. They can have you in a hire car for about $651 per week on average.

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

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

  • How much is a car hire in Charleston for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Charleston are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in October to be on average $0 per day.

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