Charleston

Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston from $30

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Priceline user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Charleston with a pick-up date of 6/17 and drop-off date of 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Car rentals in Charleston in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Charleston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 25, 2024.

Most Popular Agency

ACE

Current Gas Price (Gallon)

$3.90

Average Rental Cost (per day)

$78

Best Rental Deal (per day)

$30

When is the best time to find cheap rental cars in Charleston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charleston 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 April 25, 2024.

January

$50

February

$64

March

$72

April

$75

May

$70

June

$74

July

$80

August

$73

September

$60

October

$69

November

$66

December

$62

January is the cheapest time of year for Charleston car rental. July typically sees higher prices and fewer deals. This table shows average rental prices in Charleston but individual deals vary based on your dates, availability and type of vehicle.

Price trends for different rental car types in Charleston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Charleston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 25, 2024.

Small cars

$47 - $125

All Car Types

$64 - $117

Booking a small car rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $81/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a small car in Charleston, the United States is January, which would cost around $47 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for small car rentals as prices can start from $125 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 42% lower to book small car rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: small car rentals can be up to 13% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best small car rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a medium car rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $78/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a medium car in Charleston, the United States is January, which would cost around $56 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in August, the most expensive month for medium car rentals as prices can start from $102 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 30% lower to book medium car rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: medium car rentals can be up to 16% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best medium car rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a large car rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $102/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a large car in Charleston, the United States is January, which would cost around $73 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for large car rentals as prices can start from $127 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 29% lower to book large car rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: large car rentals can be up to 9% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best large car rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a SUV rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $91/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a SUV in Charleston, the United States is January, which would cost around $62 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for SUV rentals as prices can start from $119 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 32% lower to book SUV rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: SUV rentals can be up to 3% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best SUV rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a van rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $135/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a van in Charleston, the United States is September, which would cost around $106 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for van rentals as prices can start from $179 a day. Historically, the month of September is roughly 22% lower to book van rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: van rentals can be up to 32% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best van rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a luxury car rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $113/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Charleston, the United States is January, which would cost around $75 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in September, the most expensive month for luxury car rentals as prices can start from $148 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 35% lower to book luxury car rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: luxury car rentals can be up to 19% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best luxury car rental deals in Charleston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a convertible rental in Charleston, the United States, is about $118/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a convertible in Charleston, the United States is February, which would cost around $76 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in June, the most expensive month for convertible rentals as prices can start from $174 a day. Historically, the month of February is roughly 36% lower to book convertible rentals in Charleston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: convertible rentals can be up to 22% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Ford Focus$42/day
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Ford Focus
Toyota Yaris$46/day
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Toyota Yaris

Charleston car rental agencies

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 April 25, 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Charleston, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
106 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Budget

6.0
Okay
216 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
91 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Hertz

7.3
Good
84 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.8

Avis

5.4
Fair
74 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.6

National

8.0
Very good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

2 locations

Our best Charleston rental car prices

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Charleston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Charleston with an average daily rate of $44. Data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
Peruse the best Charleston car rental deals we've found. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Jeep Grand Cherokee$30/day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mini Countryman$33/day
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Mini Countryman
Chevrolet Impala$36/day
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Chevrolet Impala

FAQs about renting a car in Charleston

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 25, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car deal in Charleston?

    The best price found on Priceline for a rental car in Charleston in the past 14 days was $43 per day. The deal was from Turo and was booked by the user on Apr. 21. The average price is closer to $78 per day for Charleston cars.

  • Which rental car agency in Charleston has the best deals?

    Recent searches show the best rental car deals in Charleston being with Turo (from $30/day), with Budget (from $42/day), or with Avis (from $46/day).

  • What’s the best rated rental car agency in Charleston?

    These are the rental agencies in Charleston that are rated the highest by our users:Alamo - 9.2/10National - 8.0/10Enterprise Rent-A-Car - 7.7/10

  • What is the price of gas in Charleston?

    The current price of gas in Charleston is $3.90/gallon, on average. Filling an empty tank would cost around $46 (based on a 12 gallons).

  • What’s the average cost of a week-long rental in Charleston from Ace?

    You can expect to pay around $431 to rent a car from Ace for 7 days in Charleston.

  • How soon should I book a rental car in Charleston before pick up?

    Last-minute rentals in Charleston are usually possible but cost more: at Priceline, for example, you can save up to around 30% if you are able to book at least 7 days ahead of pick up.

  • Can I get a long-term car rental in Charleston?

    Yes, it’s possible to book long-term car rentals in Charleston for a month or more with Priceline.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Charleston for a month?

    Priceline car rental search data says prices start at $1,847 for a long-term car rental in Charleston (30 days or more). Prices for short-term car rentals start at $62 (daily). Priceline search data also shows that Charleston long-term car rental prices have been 54% cheaper with Turo.

  • What is the average price of a weekend car rental in Charleston?

    You’ll find the prices to be around $89 for the weekend in Charleston. You can find a great car rental deal on Priceline for all vehicle types however, consider renting a Standard SUV to save on your trip. In general, users have found prices on our website for rentals in May to be on average $72 per day.

  • What is the most popular car in Charleston?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) is the vehicle most often selected in Charleston by users.

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Luxury cars to rent in Charleston

Find luxury car rental deals in Charleston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Charleston cost an average of $50 per day. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Charleston. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$50/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Vans to rent Charleston

Find van rental deals in Charleston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Charleston cost an average of $50 per day. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Charleston. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Nissan Quest$50/day
5
5
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A/C
Nissan Quest

Car rentals by fuel type in Charleston

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Charleston. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Charleston. Deals were last updated on April 25, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Charleston. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($43+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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