Hilton Head Island

Cheap Car Hire in Hilton Head Island from £45

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Hilton Head Island with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 3/6. 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.
Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
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Hilton Head Island car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hilton Head Island. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of gas per litre

£0.83

Average price per day

£50

Cheapest price per day

£45

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Hilton Head Island?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hilton Head Island 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 25 April 2024.

January

£37

February

£47

March

£56

April

£59

May

£52

June

£59

July

£56

August

£63

September

£49

October

£56

November

£56

December

£49

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hilton Head Island is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 Hilton Head Island

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hilton Head Island and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Hilton Head Island this past week from 12 hire locations out of 11 hire agencies. Prices for a Hilton Head Island medium car hire start from £45/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Hilton Head Island

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hilton Head Island to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

£34 - £78

All Car Types

£31 - £88

To hire a small car in Hilton Head Island, the United States, you would pay an average price of £39/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hilton Head Island, the United States (~£34/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£78/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hilton Head Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilton Head Island, hiring a small car saves you 31% 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 Hilton Head Island, the United States, you would pay an average price of £54/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hilton Head Island, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£76/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hilton Head Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilton Head Island, hiring a medium car saves you 2% 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 Hilton Head Island medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hilton Head Island, the United States, you would pay an average price of £39/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hilton Head Island, the United States (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£121/day). In fact, February is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hilton Head Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilton Head Island, hiring a large car saves you 31% 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 Hilton Head Island large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Hilton Head Island, the United States, you would pay an average price of £57/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hilton Head Island, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£99/day). In fact, February is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hilton Head Island. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hilton Head Island, hiring a SUV is 2% more expensive. 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 Hilton Head Island SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Top hire agencies in Hilton Head Island

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hilton Head Island known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hilton Head Island. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Hilton Head Island, including Budget, National and Alamo. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Hilton Head Island, including Budget, National and Alamo.

Budget

6.8
Okay
56 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.9

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.2

Thrifty

7.6
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Dollar

7.0
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Avis

6.4
Okay
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.9

Hertz

4.3
Mediocre
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

3.7

Best Hilton Head Island car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hilton Head Island. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hilton Head Island with an average daily rate of £50. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Hilton Head Island. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Peugeot 3008£45/day
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Peugeot 3008
BMW 3 Series£46/day
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BMW 3 Series
BMW X5£49/day
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BMW X5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hilton Head Island, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Hilton Head Island?

    In order to use car hires in Hilton Head Island, you will need to present a valid driving licence to the Hilton Head Island car hire company, along with an International Driver’s licence. Most companies require you to be 25 years old to use car hires in Hilton Head Island, but some will accept you if you are 21 years old and you are willing to pay an additional charge to cover insurance costs. You will need to show proof of identity to use hire cars in Hilton Head Island, such as a passport, and you may also be asked to show your visa. Whether you pay for your hire cars in Hilton Head Island with cash, debit card, or credit card depends mostly on the company, so we recommend investigating this beforehand.

  • What are the rules for driving in Hilton Head Island?

    To take control of car hires in Hilton Head Island you need to know that you will be driving on the right-hand side of the road and that cars overtake on the left. All passengers in the Hilton Head Island car hires must wear a seatbelt according to the law, and you may use a mobile device as long as it has hands-free functions. Radar detectors in South Carolina, and therefore Hilton Head Island, are legal. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.08% in Hilton Head Island, but we do not recommend that you drink alcohol and drive. Consult with the Hilton Head Island department of motor vehicles for any recent law changes.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Hilton Head Island?

    The terrain in Hilton Head Island is quite varied, with flat plains, swampy areas, rivers, and hills adding a mixture of scenery to see. If you plan on sticking to town areas, then you may be okay just using cheap car hires in Hilton Head Island that provide compact cars, but if you think that you will be exploring the local area then you may want to consider hire cars in Hilton Head Island that can offer you more safety, such as SUVs or 4x4s. They will also offer you more luggage room, and they are more spacious and comfortable. We recommend that you get hire cars in Hilton Head Island that have air conditioning as it can get quite hot during the summer months.

  • What are the best places to park in Hilton Head Island?

    Parking in Hilton Head Island is relatively straightforward as there is an abundance of public and private car parks that you can use. There are plenty of free to park areas, particularly near the coast at some of the beaches and parks. If you have to pay for on-street parking, then it will use a meter that is not too expensive. Disabled parking is free at all beach parks and you may see that some of the locals use an annual beach pass to park, which, depending on how long you plan on staying for, may interest you.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hilton Head Island?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £50/day when booking a car hire in Hilton Head Island. The absolute best deal a user found was for £41/day from Alamo, booked on Apr. 21.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Hilton Head Island?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) and Budget (6.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hilton Head Island.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hilton Head Island?

    The average price of petrol in Hilton Head Island is £0.83/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £37 and £54 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilton Head Island for a week from Alamo?

    Hiring a car in Hilton Head Island for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £313/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Hilton Head Island for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 39% on your car hire. For a below average price in Hilton Head Island, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Hilton Head Island?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Hilton Head Island for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Hilton Head Island for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Hilton Head Island can be found for about £1,340, with the average price for a rental being around £45 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 15% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Hilton Head Island.

  • How much is a car hire in Hilton Head Island for a weekend?

    It costs £0 for a weekend car hire in Hilton Head Island, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Hilton Head Island in May, prices are £0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Hilton Head Island?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) in Hilton Head Island, making it the most popular option.

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Luxury car hires in Hilton Head Island

Find luxury car hire deals in Hilton Head Island from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Hilton Head Island cost an average of £51 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car hires in Hilton Head Island. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car hire needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£46/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£46/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Jaguar XF£49/day
5
4
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A/C
Jaguar XF

People carrier hires in Hilton Head Island

Find people carrier hire deals in Hilton Head Island from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Hilton Head Island cost an average of £61 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hiring a people carrier in the Hilton Head Island area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on people carrier hires.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£61/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£61/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer

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