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Cheap Car Hire in Charleston from $61
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 Charleston with a pick-up date of 28/11 and drop-off date of 14/12. 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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Charleston car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Charleston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Most popular company | AVIS |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.42 |
Average price per day | $111 |
Cheapest price per day | $61 |
Popular car types in Charleston
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Charleston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 October 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Charleston this past week from 24 hire locations out of 10 hire agencies. Prices for a Charleston small car hire start from $61/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$63+
Compact
$61+
Intermediate
$63+
People mover
$114+
Full-size SUV
$207+
Passenger van
$301+
Premium SUV
$146+
Intermediate SUV
$71+
Compare car hire deals in Charleston by type
Here are the best Charleston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Charleston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Charleston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Skoda Scala$61/day
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Kia Picanto$63/day
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Best car hire deals found in Charleston
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Charleston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Charleston with an average daily rate of $125. Data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Skoda Scala$61/day
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Kia Picanto$63/day
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Hyundai Avante$63/day
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Cheapflights insights for Charleston car hires
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 car hire in Charleston, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $99, which is about 40% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Charleston?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charleston is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 137 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10 with 56 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charleston?
Planning to hire a car in Charleston? January is the cheapest month, costing about $85 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $120. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$85
February
$105
March
$109
April
$120
May
$111
June
$109
July
$120
August
$112
September
$102
October
$108
November
$105
December
$111
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 hire agencies in Charleston
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charleston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charleston. Reviews were last updated on 17 October 2025.
Budget
137 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
56 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.8
Value
7.4
Hertz
37 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.9
Value
6.1
Avis
48 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.3
Overall
5.3
Pick-up/drop-off
5.3
Value
5.6
Alamo
20 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.6
National
2 reviews•1 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 hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Charleston?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $111/day when booking a car hire in Charleston. The absolute best deal a user found was for $111/day from Avis, booked on Oct. 12.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Charleston for a week from Avis?
Hiring a car in Charleston for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $774/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Charleston for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Charleston for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Charleston. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in November, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.
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