Charleston

Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston from $105

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Charleston with a pick-up date of 24/5 and drop-off date of 26/5. 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.
Charleston, SC, United States
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Charleston, SC, United States
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

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 24 April 2024.

January

$84

February

$108

March

$121

April

$126

May

$118

June

$124

July

$135

August

$123

September

$101

October

$116

November

$111

December

$104

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 24 April 2024.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Charleston this past week from 21 hire locations out of 8 hire agencies. Prices for a Charleston large car hire start from $105/day. Check out available deals for 4 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

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

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 24 April 2024.

Small cars

$74 - $352

All Car Types

$69 - $326

To hire a small car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $88/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charleston, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$352/day). In fact, December is about 16% 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 39% 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 Charleston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $76/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$275/day). In fact, December is about 16% 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 48% 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 Charleston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i30$111/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i30
Toyota Yaris$111/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 24 April 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
106 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

6.0
Okay
216 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

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

7.5

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

Best Charleston car rental deals found

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 $141. Data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Peruse the best Charleston car rental deals we've found. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota Camry$105/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Toyota Yaris$111/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris$111/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Charleston?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Charleston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($104/day), National ($141/day), and Avis ($167/day).

  • 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 $1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Charleston. They can have you in a hire car for about $929 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.

  • 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 May to be on average $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Charleston?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Ford Focus) 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 24 April 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 ($133+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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