North Carolina

Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from $48

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 24/4 and drop-off date of 1/5. 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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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 28 March 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$69

Cheapest price per day

$48

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 28 March 2026.

There are 372 hire agencies servicing North Carolina. These agencies, altogether, have 17,559 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina with prices from $48 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in North Carolina:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Compare car hire deals in North Carolina by type

Here are the best North Carolina small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A1$48/day
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Audi A1
Hyundai i20$53/day
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Hyundai i20

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 $73. Data was last updated on 28 March 2026.
Kia Sportage$48/day
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Kia Sportage
Tesla Model 3$48/day
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Tesla Model 3
Mazda Mazda3$53/day
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Mazda Mazda3

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 $67/day – about 27% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina?

Alamo is currently the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina with deals as low as $68.36/day found in the past two weeks. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $74.70/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 Alamo (rated 8.1/10). National (rated 7.5/10) 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 $62/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina is April ($84/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

$62

February

$68

March

$81

April

$84

May

$81

June

$78

July

$83

August

$76

September

$68

October

$79

November

$73

December

$76

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. Passenger van cars (Ford Transit or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Kia Rio or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in North Carolina?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 67 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 29.

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 157 pickup locations in North Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Among the most popular cities in North Carolina, Raleigh offers the lowest average car hire price at just $50/day. Other affordable options include Charlotte ($53/day), Asheville ($62/day), and Hickory ($83/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 28 March 2026.

Alamo

6 locations

National

6 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

67 locations

Thrifty

14 locations

Advantage

2 locations

Dollar

13 locations

Hertz

29 locations

Avis

20 locations

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 28 March 2026.
  • 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 $455 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.

Car hires by fuel type in North Carolina

Browse car hires by fuel type in North Carolina. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in North Carolina. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in North Carolina. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($47+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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