Hilton Head Island

Cheap Car Hire in Hilton Head Island from £37

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 Hilton Head Island with a pick-up date of 7/12 and drop-off date of 14/12. 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.
Driver's age: 25-65
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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 18 November 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Hilton Head Island this past week from 13 hire locations out of 11 hire agencies. Prices for a Hilton Head Island small car hire start from £37/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Hilton Head Island by type

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

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

Mitsubishi Lancer£38/day
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M
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Mitsubishi Lancer
Audi A5£43/day
5
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A/C
Audi A5

Best car hire deals found in Hilton Head Island

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 £54. Data was last updated on 18 November 2025.
Kia Niro£37/day
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Kia Niro
Mitsubishi Lancer£38/day
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi Lancer
Audi A6£43/day
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4
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A/C
Audi A6

Cheapflights insights for Hilton Head Island car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Hilton Head Island?

To get the best deal on car hire in Hilton Head Island, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £43, which is about 35% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Hilton Head Island?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Hilton Head Island is Alamo (rated 8.1/10 with 3 reviews). National (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hilton Head Island?

At Hilton Head Island, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £40. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £58 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 Hilton Head Island, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £40. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £58 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

£40

February

£43

March

£49

April

£55

May

£54

June

£56

July

£58

August

£50

September

£48

October

£57

November

£46

December

£46

What car do most people hire in Hilton Head Island?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in Hilton Head Island. SUV (Class Full-size SUV) and Full-size (Ford Expedition) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Hilton Head Island.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Hilton Head Island?

Both Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 2 locations in Hilton Head Island, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 18 November 2025.

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.1

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.6

Thrifty

6.9
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.8
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.5

Budget

6.4
Okay
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Avis

6.0
Okay
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Dollar

5.2
Fair
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

4.6

Hertz

2.0
Poor
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

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 18 November 2025.
  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hilton Head Island for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Hiring a car in Hilton Head Island for a week can be a great option for travel. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £235/week on average.

  • 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 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 Compact 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 December, prices are £0 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Hilton Head Island

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hilton Head Island. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Hilton Head Island. Deals were last updated on 18 November 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hilton Head Island. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£49+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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