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 January 2025.
January
R1 166
February
R1 072
March
R1 260
April
R1 203
May
R1 391
June
R1 561
July
R1 636
August
R1 523
September
R1 335
October
R1 090
November
R1 241
December
R1 222
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.
Popular car types in Charleston, WV
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Charleston, WV and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
There are 10 hire agencies servicing Charleston. These agencies, altogether, have 14 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Charleston with prices from R1 249 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Charleston:
Economy
R1 448+
Compact
R1 260+
Intermediate
R1 477+
Standard
R1 444+
Full-size
R1 898+
People carrier
R1 571+
Full-size SUV
R1 581+
Luxury
R1 898+
Top rental 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 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Charleston, including Hertz, National and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Charleston, including Hertz, National and Avis.
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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 January 2025.
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 R16,93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R762 and R1 100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Charleston for a week from Avis?
Hiring a car in Charleston for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R8 109/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charleston for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Charleston it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 57%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 72 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Charleston it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
What car do most people hire in Charleston?
Class Special Car, which is a Special vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Charleston according to Cheapflights users.