South Carolina

Cheap Car Rentals in South Carolina

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Cheapflights insights for South Carolina car rentals

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

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

Book your rental car in South Carolina 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $97/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 42% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in South Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Carolina is National (rated 8.7/10). Alamo (rated 8.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in South Carolina? January is the cheapest month, costing about $90 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $130. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$90

February

$108

March

$127

April

$129

May

$119

June

$119

July

$130

August

$118

September

$114

October

$115

November

$112

December

$117

What car do most people hire in South Carolina?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox, for example) are the most popular in South Carolina. Premium (BMW X5) and Luxury (Audi A4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Carolina.

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

Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 2.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 29 pickup locations in South Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 June 2026.

Top rental agencies in South Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 18 June 2026.

National

2 locations

Alamo

3 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Thrifty

1 location

Dollar

1 location

Avis

4 locations

Budget

4 locations

Hertz

5 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $70/day when booking a car hire in South Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for $58/day from Economy Rent a Car, booked on Jun. 13.

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

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Carolina. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $729 per week.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Carolina however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Our recent data shows that Economy Rent a Car can potentially be 44% below the average car hire price in South Carolina. Check prices and availability for Economy Rent a Car and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in South Carolina is on average $3,125 a month or $104 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your South Carolina car hire.

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