North Carolina

Cheap Car Rentals in North Carolina from $149

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 North Carolina with a pick-up date of 9/4 and drop-off date of 13/4. 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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North Carolina car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 April 2026.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$108

Cheapest price per day

$149

Popular car types in North Carolina

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 April 2026.

There are, in total, 17,570 car hire locations in North Carolina that are operated by 372 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $149/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from North Carolina hire providers:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

Compare car rental deals in North Carolina by type

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

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

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

Toyota Yaris Cross$149/day
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Toyota Yaris Cross

Best car rental deals found in North Carolina

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of $195. Data was last updated on 5 April 2026.
Toyota Yaris Cross$149/day
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Toyota Yaris Cross
Skoda Kamiq$157/day
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Skoda Kamiq
Toyota Hilux$185/day
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Toyota Hilux

Cheapflights insights for North Carolina car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in North Carolina?

For the best savings on car rentals in North Carolina, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $79/day – about 44% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina?

NU Car is currently the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina with deals as low as $55.95/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $66.71/day.

What is the best car rental company in North Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in North Carolina is Alamo (rated 8.1/10). National (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina?

At North Carolina, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $106 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 North Carolina, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $76. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $106 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$76

February

$86

March

$103

April

$106

May

$101

June

$94

July

$102

August

$96

September

$86

October

$94

November

$94

December

$100

Which car hire company has the most locations in North Carolina?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 59 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 25.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across North Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 150 pickup locations in North Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 April 2026.

Top rental agencies in North Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in North Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in North Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 5 April 2026.

Alamo

3 locations

National

4 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

59 locations

Thrifty

13 locations

Dollar

12 locations

Hertz

25 locations

Avis

16 locations

Budget

18 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in North Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in North Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for $61/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 4.

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

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in North Carolina, offering car hire for around $721 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in North Carolina.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in North Carolina is $3,091 ($103/day) on average.

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