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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charleston, WV and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

January

£45

February

£44

March

£51

April

£50

May

£58

June

£65

July

£68

August

£63

September

£55

October

£45

November

£51

December

£49

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston is February. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Charleston, WV

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Charleston, WV to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

£29 - £69

All Car Types

£29 - £70

To hire a small car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £23/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charleston, the United States (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£69/day). In fact, May is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a small car saves you 37% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £30/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charleston, the United States (~£29/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£73/day). In fact, March is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Charleston, the United States, you would pay an average price of £23/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Charleston, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£57/day). In fact, November is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Charleston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charleston, hiring a SUV saves you 37% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire agencies in Charleston, WV

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charleston, WV known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charleston, WV. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Charleston, such as Hertz, National and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.5
Wonderful
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Budget

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.2

Dollar

8.2
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.9
Fair
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

5.4

Easirent

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charleston, WV, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charleston?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Hertz (10.0 rating) and Alamo (10.0 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 £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charleston for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Charleston from about £223 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 56% to make it a great deal in Charleston. Try to book at least 72 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Charleston for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Charleston?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Charleston according to Cheapflights users.

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