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Cheap Car Hire in Charlotte from R870

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Charlotte with a pick-up date of 26/2 and drop-off date of 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Charlotte?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charlotte 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 20 February 2025.

January

R775

February

R812

March

R941

April

R1 015

May

R1 052

June

R1 071

July

R1 126

August

R997

September

R960

October

R1 071

November

R978

December

R978

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charlotte 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.

Popular car types in Charlotte

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Charlotte and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

At R870/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Charlotte in the past week. Out of 28 car hire agencies operating in Charlotte, there are, in total, 77 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

R1 446+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 465+

Premium

Premium

R1 099+

Compare available car types for rental in Charlotte

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Charlotte to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Small cars

R536 - R1 659

All Car Types

R641 - R2 114

To hire a small car in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R648/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charlotte, the United States (~R536/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 659/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a small car saves you 43% 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. Here are the best Charlotte small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R776/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charlotte, the United States (~R746/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 568/day). In fact, February is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a medium car saves you 32% 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. Here are the best Charlotte medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R646/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Charlotte, the United States (~R846/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 780/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a large car saves you 44% 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. Here are the best Charlotte large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R943/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Charlotte, the United States (~R824/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 568/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a SUV saves you 18% 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. Here are the best Charlotte SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR963/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Charlotte

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charlotte known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charlotte. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Charlotte, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz in Charlotte. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Dollar

6,2
Okay
106 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,1

Budget

5,9
Fair
156 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,9

Hertz

5,8
Fair
142 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Alamo

7,8
Good
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,5
Good
67 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,0

Avis

5,3
Fair
49 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,9

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,5

Ace

4,3
Mediocre
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,9

Comfort

4,4

Overall

4,3

Pick-up/drop-off

4,3

Value

4,4

Thrifty

6 locations

Best Charlotte car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Charlotte. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Charlotte with an average daily rate of R1 069. Data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
Peruse the best Charlotte car hire deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota RAV4R870/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Audi A3R901/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Ford EcoSportR955/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlotte, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Charlotte?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Charlotte from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (R870/day), Dollar (R901/day), and Alamo (R1 227/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (7,7 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,0 rating) and Sixt (6,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charlotte.

  • What are petrol prices like in Charlotte?

    The average price of petrol in Charlotte is R16,63/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R748 and R1 080 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Charlotte 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 31% to make it a great deal in Charlotte. Try to book at least 7 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 Charlotte?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Charlotte it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Charlotte?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Charlotte, making it the most popular option.

Car hires by fuel type in Charlotte

Browse car hires by fuel type in Charlotte. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Charlotte. Deals were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Charlotte. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R48+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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