Cheapflights insights for Charlottesville car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Charlottesville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charlottesville?
Book your car hire in Charlottesville 80 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $86/day on average when booked 80 days ahead, which saves you 24% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Charlottesville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charlottesville is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 7.5/10 with 18 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville is January, when you can expect to pay $94/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Charlottesville is June ($121/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$94
February
$94
March
$103
April
$102
May
$114
June
$121
July
$120
August
$112
September
$96
October
$111
November
$97
December
$94
What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?
Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car, for example) are the most popular in Charlottesville. Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) and Economy (Jeep Wrangler) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Charlottesville.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Charlottesville?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Charlottesville at 2.
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 30 October 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlottesville for a week from Dollar?
Dollar offers hire cars in Charlottesville for about $406 per week on average.
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.