Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charleston?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), National (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charleston.

What are petrol prices like in Charleston?

The average price of petrol in Charleston is ฿30.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,363 and ฿1,969 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston for the best price?

Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 26% on your car hire. For a below average price in Charleston, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?

Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Charleston. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

What car do most people hire in Charleston?

The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) in Charleston, making it the most popular option.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Charleston?

January

฿1,817

February

฿2,221

March

฿2,423

April

฿2,558

May

฿2,457

June

฿2,524

July

฿2,726

August

฿2,592

September

฿2,322

October

฿2,390

November

฿2,390

December

฿2,423

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Charleston

Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Charleston, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Charleston, including Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz.

Budget

6.0

Okay

142 reviews•3 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2024

Waiting time to get a car!

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I highly recommend to not use this company. They tried to charge me $80 more because I was an hour early for my pick up. Then they gave me a filthy car with an oil change needed light on. And then you need a QR code to get out of the garage when your cell phone has no service under the garage and you can’t get the QR code earlier because it only last for 10 minutes. I took a good 15 minutes to leave before someone came and helped us Upon returning the car we filled it up and left it in the garage with the keys. There was no one there to help us and then received a bill for $164 for fuel on a car that has a 20 gallon tank and we had already put the fuel in. Worst experience I’ve ever had.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Agent was very helpful when he saw the bags we had and helped us to get another vehicle on the fly. He was so helpful.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Pick up and drop off was easy

2.0

Poor|May 2023

After waiting for two hours, I was told that there were no cars available at this location and the persons working there were no help. I had to switch my reservation to the Charleston Airport myself. The budget employee stated that they were unable to do so themselves.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Everything was great…. Exterior of car was dirty, but car inside was clean. Brand new- 8 miles on odometer… we used car for a southern states road trip, ending in Dallas. Great trip.

1 out of 48

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6

Good

60 reviews•6 locations

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Hertz

6.8

Okay

67 reviews•5 locations

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Avis

5.4

Fair

49 reviews•3 locations

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2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

No attendant present when dropping off my car 05:45am. Lot was full and other cars that had been returned were blocking entrance. Had to park outside of lot. Took my key inside where there was no attendant, no drop box, so left it on counter hoping it was safe. Then ran to my flight. Never had that type unnerving experience in all my many years of car rentals.

1 out of 17

Alamo

9.2

Wonderful

27 reviews•2 locations

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National

8.0

Very Good

3 reviews•1 location

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Dollar

6.4

Okay

22 reviews•1 location

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Easirent

1 location

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Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charleston?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), National (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charleston.
What are petrol prices like in Charleston?
The average price of petrol in Charleston is ฿30.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,363 and ฿1,969 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston for the best price?
Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 26% on your car hire. For a below average price in Charleston, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Charleston. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
What car do most people hire in Charleston?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) in Charleston, making it the most popular option.

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