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Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from R1 123

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 North Carolina with a pick-up date of 22/4 and drop-off date of 2/5. 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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North Carolina car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in North Carolina?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in North Carolina 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 12 April 2025.

January

R808

February

R827

March

R942

April

R1 058

May

R1 077

June

R1 115

July

R1 154

August

R1 038

September

R1 000

October

R1 115

November

R1 019

December

R1 019

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in North Carolina 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 North Carolina

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 April 2025.

There are currently 17 312 hire locations operating in North Carolina spread across 347 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina is SUV at R1 123 a day. Below is the current available car type for hire, along with estimated starting prices:

People carrier

People carrier

R1 547+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 538+

Convertible

Convertible

R1 361+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 675+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 123+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 141+

Compare available car types for rental in North Carolina

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

Small cars

R837 - R1 729

All Car Types

R858 - R2 202

To hire a small car in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of R548/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in North Carolina (~R837/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 729/day). In fact, September is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, renting a small car saves you 55% 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 North Carolina, you would pay an average price of R813/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in North Carolina (~R858/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 675/day). In fact, January is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, 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.

To hire a large car in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of R673/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in North Carolina (~R881/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 854/day). In fact, August is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, 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.

To hire a SUV in North Carolina, you would pay an average price of R1 055/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in North Carolina (~R851/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 675/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for North Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in North Carolina, renting a SUV saves you 12% 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 North Carolina SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Top rental agencies in North Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in North Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in North Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 12 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in North Carolina, including those serving the greater Charlotte, Raleigh and Greensboro area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,0
Good
234 reviews64 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,7

Dollar

6,1
Okay
126 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

5,9

Hertz

6,0
Okay
310 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,1

Budget

5,7
Fair
338 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Avis

5,4
Fair
158 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,9

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,6

Alamo

7,6
Good
94 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,4

Thrifty

6,9
Okay
42 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,9

Ace

4,3
Mediocre
36 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,9

Comfort

4,5

Overall

4,3

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

4,6

Best North Carolina car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of R1 369. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the North Carolina region, including options close to Charlotte, Raleigh and Greensboro. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Toyota RAV4R1 123/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4R1 141/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Nissan X-TrailR1 538/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in North Carolina?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,0 rating) and Alamo (8,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in North Carolina.

  • What are petrol prices like in North Carolina?

    The average price of petrol in North Carolina is R17,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R779 and R1 126 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in North Carolina. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 960 per week.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 29%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in North Carolina.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in North Carolina.

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