South Carolina

Cheap Car Hire in South Carolina

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South Carolina car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Most common car type

Intermediate

Cheapflights insights for South Carolina car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Carolina, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Carolina?

For the best savings on car hire in South Carolina, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $88/day – about 34% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in South Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Carolina is Alamo (rated 8.8/10). National (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Carolina?

The cheapest month to hire a car in South Carolina is January, when you can expect to pay $79/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Carolina is July ($113/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

$79

February

$87

March

$98

April

$108

May

$103

June

$105

July

$113

August

$107

September

$93

October

$98

November

$89

December

$85

What car do most people hire in South Carolina?

SUV cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in South Carolina. Premium (Toyota Crown) and Compact (Hyundai Kona) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Carolina.

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 11.

Top hire agencies in South Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 9 January 2026.

Alamo

2 locations

National

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

13 locations

Dollar

1 location

Avis

4 locations

Budget

3 locations

Hertz

11 locations

Ace

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Carolina for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in South Carolina. They can have you in a hire car for about $528 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Carolina?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Carolina it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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