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 68 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $96, which is about 41% 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 National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 9.4/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charleston?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Charleston is February, when you can expect to pay $92/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Charleston is July ($141/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$97
February
$92
March
$117
April
$118
May
$125
June
$134
July
$141
August
$130
September
$113
October
$115
November
$117
December
$111
What car do most people hire in Charleston?
SUV cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Charleston. Economy cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 1.
Top rental agencies in Charleston, WV
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charleston, WV known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charleston, WV. Reviews were last updated on 25 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, WV, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Charleston however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.