Charleston

Cheap Car Hire in Charleston, West Virginia

Driver's age: 25-65
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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?

Book your car hire in Charleston 68 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $85/day on average when booked 68 days ahead, which saves you 24% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Charleston?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charleston is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Avis (rated 9.4/10 with 5 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? February is the cheapest month, costing about $81 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $126. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$86

February

$81

March

$103

April

$105

May

$111

June

$118

July

$126

August

$115

September

$100

October

$105

November

$95

December

$100

What car do most people hire in Charleston?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Charleston are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), SUV cars (Hyundai Kona or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 1.

Top hire agencies in Charleston, WV

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charleston, WV known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charleston, WV. Reviews were last updated on 27 November 2025.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.4
Wonderful
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.8

Budget

8.9
Very Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Hertz

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.9
Fair
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.7

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.1

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

5.0

VIPCars Recommendation

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, WV, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 November 2025.
  • 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 $402/week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Charleston check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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