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Cheap Car Hire in Lake Charles

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Cheapflights insights for Lake Charles car hires

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Lake Charles?

To get the best deal on car hire in Lake Charles, book about 68 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $52, which is about 26% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Lake Charles?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Lake Charles is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
GREEN MOTION
GREEN MOTION
10.0
Ace
Ace
8.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lake Charles?

At Lake Charles, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $87. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $121 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Lake Charles, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $87. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $121 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$102

February

$105

March

$111

April

$115

May

$108

June

$102

July

$121

August

$93

September

$87

October

$102

November

$102

December

$117

What car do most people hire in Lake Charles?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Lake Charles are the following: SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Nissan Rogue or similar), and Full-size cars (Ford Expedition or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Lake Charles?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Lake Charles at 2.

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Top hire agencies in Lake Charles

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Lake Charles known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Lake Charles. Reviews were last updated on 4 December 2025.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

GREEN MOTION

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Ace

8.0
Very Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

1 location
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Avis

6.6
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.6

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Thrifty

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Lake Charles, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 December 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Lake Charles?

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

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