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Cheap Car Hire in Charleston, West Virginia from £30

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 Charleston with a pick-up date of 28/8 and drop-off date of 10/9. 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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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 14 June 2025.

In Charleston, there are 14 active hire locations from 10 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Charleston in the past week - currently priced from £30/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare car hire deals in Charleston, WV by type

Here are the best Charleston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Charleston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Charleston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mercedes-Benz A-Class£30/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Kia Rio£38/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Best car hire deals found in Charleston

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Charleston, WV. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Charleston, WV with an average daily rate of £45. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Peruse the best Charleston car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class£30/day
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Skoda Octavia£31/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Octavia
Volkswagen Taigo£35/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Taigo

Cheapflights insights for Charleston car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Charleston, book about 72 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £34, which is about 52% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Charleston?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charleston is Hertz (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Charleston, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £38. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £66 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Charleston, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £38. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £66 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£41

February

£38

March

£51

April

£50

May

£52

June

£62

July

£66

August

£60

September

£52

October

£43

November

£49

December

£48

What car do most people hire in Charleston?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Charleston are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), Economy cars (Kia Rio or similar), and SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 2.

Top hire 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 14 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Charleston, such as Hertz, National and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

9.4
Wonderful
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.8

Budget

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Dollar

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.9
Fair
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.3

Easirent

1 location

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 14 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charleston for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Charleston from about £412 per week on average.

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

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

Car hires by fuel type in Charleston, WV

Browse car hires by fuel type in Charleston, WV. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Charleston, WV. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

£133+

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