North Carolina

Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from £22

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 North Carolina with a pick-up date of 27/10 and drop-off date of 16/11. 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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North Carolina car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 August 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£39

Cheapest price per day

£22

Popular car types in North Carolina

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 August 2025.

At £22/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in North Carolina in the past week. Out of 357 car hire agencies operating in North Carolina, there are, in total, 17,602 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

Compare car hire deals in North Carolina by type

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

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

Here are the best North Carolina large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Here are the best North Carolina van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

BMW 1 Series£22/day
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BMW 1 Series
Volkswagen Golf£24/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Fiat Panda£25/day
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Fiat Panda

Best car hire deals found in North Carolina

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of £54. Data was last updated on 25 August 2025.
BMW 1 Series£22/day
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BMW 1 Series
Skoda Octavia£24/day
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Skoda Octavia
Nissan Juke£24/day
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Nissan Juke

Cheapflights insights for North Carolina car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in North Carolina?

To get the best deal on car hire in North Carolina, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £39, which is about 37% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina with deals as low as £22.60/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £25.84/day.

What is the best car rental company in North Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in North Carolina is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.2/10 with 195 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.1/10 with 112 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina?

At North Carolina, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £36. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £49 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 North Carolina, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £36. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £49 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

£42

February

£36

March

£42

April

£47

May

£47

June

£47

July

£49

August

£46

September

£41

October

£49

November

£45

December

£44

What car do most people hire in North Carolina?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting North Carolina. Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in North Carolina?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 56 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 25.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in North Carolina?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across North Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 151 pickup locations in North Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 August 2025.

Among the most popular cities in North Carolina, Wilmington offers the lowest average car hire price at just £28/day. Other affordable options include New Bern (£30/day), Raleigh (£31/day), and Charlotte (£31/day).

Top hire agencies in North Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in North Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in North Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 25 August 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
195 reviews56 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Dollar

6.1
Okay
112 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.9

Hertz

5.9
Fair
289 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Budget

5.5
Fair
320 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Avis

5.5
Fair
143 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.6

Alamo

7.5
Good
78 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
35 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Easirent

3.5
Poor
32 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.5

Comfort

5.0

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

3.2

Value

4.6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in North Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in North Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £43/day when booking a car hire in North Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for £28/day from Provider's pick, booked on Aug. 24.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North Carolina for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in North Carolina for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £338/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For North Carolina however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    You can potentially save up to 59% on a month-long rental by booking with Provider's pick. Provider's pick is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in North Carolina can cost you on average £1,450 a month or £48 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car hires by fuel type in North Carolina

Browse car hires by fuel type in North Carolina. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in North Carolina. Deals were last updated on 25 August 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in North Carolina. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£32+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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