Cheapflights insights for Charlottesville car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Charlottesville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charlottesville?
For the best savings on car hire in Charlottesville, make your reservation 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just £42/day – about 37% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Charlottesville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charlottesville is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 16 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville?
Planning to hire a car in Charlottesville? August is the cheapest month, costing about £43 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £54. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£45
February
£45
March
£50
April
£49
May
£54
June
£52
July
£49
August
£43
September
£46
October
£48
November
£48
December
£45
What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Charlottesville are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar), Premium cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar), and SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Charlottesville?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Charlottesville at 2.
Top hire agencies in Charlottesville
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charlottesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charlottesville. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Charlottesville area such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlottesville for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in Charlottesville from about £255 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charlottesville?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Charlottesville it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.