Cheapflights insights for Charleston car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Charleston, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston?
To get the best deal on car hire in Charleston, book about 28 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ฿2,135, which is about 2,910% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Charleston?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charleston is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 140 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 60 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Charleston is January, when you can expect to pay ฿1,779/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Charleston is July (฿2,556/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
฿1,779
February
฿2,200
March
฿2,297
April
฿2,524
May
฿2,329
June
฿2,329
July
฿2,556
August
฿2,459
September
฿2,200
October
฿2,265
November
฿2,265
December
฿2,329
What car do most people hire in Charleston?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Charleston are the following: Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar), SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar), and Standard cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 4.
Top rental agencies in Charleston
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Charleston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Charleston. Reviews were last updated on 5 July 2025.
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.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 July 2025.
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.