Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from $39
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 North Carolina with a pick-up date of 13/10 and drop-off date of 16/10. 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.
North Carolina car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Most popular company | Sixt |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $68 |
Cheapest price per day | $39 |
Popular car types in North Carolina
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
There are 396 hire agencies servicing North Carolina. These agencies, altogether, have 18,131 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina with prices from $39 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in North Carolina:
Economy
$39+
Compact
$47+
Intermediate
$41+
Standard
$67+
Full-size
$59+
People mover
$70+
Full-size SUV
$83+
Passenger van
$74+
Pick-up truck
$86+
Standard SUV
$53+
Compact SUV
$63+
Intermediate SUV
$64+
Supplier choice
$71+
Best car hire deals found in North Carolina
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of $70. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for North Carolina car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in North Carolina, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in North Carolina?
For the best savings on car hire in North Carolina, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $70/day – about 29% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina?
Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina with deals as low as $30.30/day found in the past two weeks. NU Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $39.12/day.
What is the best car rental company in North Carolina?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in North Carolina is Thrifty (rated 6.4/10). Payless (rated 6.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina?
The cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina is January, when you can expect to pay $61/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina is July ($91/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
$61
February
$68
March
$82
April
$85
May
$82
June
$85
July
$91
August
$79
September
$75
October
$79
November
$72
December
$74
What car do most people hire in North Carolina?
Intermediate cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting North Carolina. SUV cars (BMW X3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Pick-up truck cars (RAM Pickup or similar).
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in North Carolina?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across North Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 47 pickup locations in North Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Among the most popular cities in North Carolina, Charlotte offers the lowest average car hire price at just $49/day. Other affordable options include Raleigh ($49/day), Asheville ($56/day), and Wilmington ($198/day).
Top hire agencies in North Carolina
Explore the leading car hire agencies in North Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in North Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Thrifty
Thrifty Locations in North Carolina
Payless
Payless Locations in North Carolina
Avis
Avis Locations in North Carolina
Easirent
Easirent Locations in North Carolina
CarWiz
CarWiz Locations in North Carolina
Executive Car Rental
Executive Car Rental Locations in North Carolina
US Rent-a-car
US Rent-a-car Locations in North Carolina
Desty-Nation Rentals LLC
Desty-Nation Rentals LLC Locations in North Carolina
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in North Carolina?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $67/day when booking a car hire in North Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for $45/day from Sixt, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in North Carolina for a week from Sixt?
Sixt offers hire cars in North Carolina for about $443 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For North Carolina however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in North Carolina for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in North Carolina can be found for $1,899. You can find car hire deals to be on average $63 a day.
Car hires by fuel type in North Carolina
Browse car hires by fuel type in North Carolina. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in North Carolina. Deals were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in North Carolina. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($43+).
Electric
$43+
Hybrid
$43+
Petrol/Diesel
$99+