Charleston

Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston

Charleston, SC, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Charleston, SC, United States
Fri 5-4
Noon
Fri 12-4
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 29 March 2024.

January

HK$391

February

HK$500

March

HK$563

April

HK$586

May

HK$539

June

HK$579

July

HK$625

August

HK$571

September

HK$469

October

HK$539

November

HK$516

December

HK$485

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Charleston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 29 March 2024.

Top rental agencies in Charleston

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Charleston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Charleston. Reviews were last updated on 29 March 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Charleston, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
106 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

6.0
Okay
212 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Alamo

9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.6

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charleston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.1 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 HK$7.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$349 and HK$504 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo offers hire cars in Charleston for about HK$2,424 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 30% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Charleston.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Charleston?

    Class Intermediate SUV, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Charleston according to Cheapflights users.

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