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Charleston car rentals in 2026

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 15, 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

₱70.58

Average price per day

₱4,120

Cheapest price per day

₱3,967

Cheapflights insights for Charleston car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Charleston, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Charleston?

For the best savings on car rentals in Charleston, make your reservation 89 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱3,648/day – about 5,325% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Charleston?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charleston is Budget (rated 5.7/10 with 133 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10 with 55 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning a car rental in Charleston? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₱2,991 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱4,665. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱2,991

February

₱3,828

March

₱4,247

April

₱4,426

May

₱4,127

June

₱4,127

July

₱4,665

August

₱4,306

September

₱3,948

October

₱4,127

November

₱3,888

December

₱3,589

What car do most people rent in Charleston?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Charleston are the following: Economy rentals (Class Economy Car or similar), Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Luxury rentals (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in Charleston at 4.

Top rental agencies in Charleston

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 15, 2026.

Budget

5.7
Fair
133 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
55 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Hertz

6.4
Okay
30 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.7

Avis

5.2
Fair
50 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.4

National

7.3
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

5.0

Dollar

2.0
Poor
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 15, 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Charleston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₱4,120/day when booking a rental car in Charleston. The best deal a user found was for ₱3,967/day from Budget, booked on Apr. 11.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Charleston for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Charleston. They can have you in a rental car for about ₱28,838 per week on average.

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

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

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

    We’ve recently found that Budget offers you prices that are 5% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Charleston for a month is ₱123,593. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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