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Cheap Car Hire in Charlottesville

Charlottesville, VA, United States
18 May — 25 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Charlottesville, VA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Charlottesville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charlottesville 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 11 May 2024.

January

$86

February

$90

March

$104

April

$110

May

$107

June

$107

July

$113

August

$107

September

$96

October

$105

November

$104

December

$99

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charlottesville 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 hire in Charlottesville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Charlottesville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 May 2024.

Small cars

$53 - $85

All Car Types

$53 - $119

To hire a small car in Charlottesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $36/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charlottesville, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$85/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Charlottesville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlottesville, hiring a small car saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire 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 11 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Charlottesville, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Budget

7.4
Good
42 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Dollar

7.9
Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.3

National

7.9
Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Hertz

7.0
Good
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 May 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charlottesville?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating), National (7.9 rating) and Dollar (7.9 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charlottesville.

  • What are petrol prices like in Charlottesville?

    The average price of petrol in Charlottesville is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlottesville for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Charlottesville for about $906 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 42% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 89 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Charlottesville.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Charlottesville it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Charlottesville is Intermediate (Nissan Kicks) based on our Cheapflights data.

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