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Cheapflights insights for Charlottesville car rentals

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

Book your rental car in Charlottesville 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $95/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 42% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Charlottesville?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charlottesville is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 15 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Charlottesville, the best time to rent a car is at August, with an average daily rate of just $98. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $133 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Charlottesville, the best time to rent a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just $98. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $133 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$102

February

$103

March

$113

April

$112

May

$125

June

$133

July

$113

August

$98

September

$107

October

$108

November

$108

December

$103

What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?

Intermediate cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Charlottesville. SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charlottesville?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Charlottesville at 2.

Top rental agencies in Charlottesville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charlottesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charlottesville. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Charlottesville, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.3

Budget

7.4
Good
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

Avis

6.9
Okay
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.6
Okay
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Dollar

6.0
Okay
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Thrifty

1 location

National

5.5
Fair
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

4.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlottesville for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Charlottesville, offering car hire for around $1,625 per week on average.

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

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

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