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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 28 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$518, which is about 631% 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 Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 140 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 59 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston?

Planning to hire a car in Charleston? January is the cheapest month, costing about HK$432 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$620. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

HK$432

February

HK$534

March

HK$557

April

HK$612

May

HK$565

June

HK$557

July

HK$620

August

HK$597

September

HK$534

October

HK$549

November

HK$549

December

HK$565

What car do most people rent in Charleston?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Charleston are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar), and Full-size cars (GMC Yukon or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 4.

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 13 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Charleston, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

5.9
Fair
140 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
59 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.3

Hertz

6.7
Okay
39 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.1

Avis

5.4
Fair
49 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.6

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?

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

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