South Carolina

Cheap Car Hire in South Carolina 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 South Carolina with a pick-up date of 12/12 and drop-off date of 15/1. 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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South Carolina car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 décembre 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£37

Cheapest price per day

£30

Popular car types in South Carolina

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 décembre 2025.

At £30/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in South Carolina in the past week. Out of 366 car hire agencies operating in South Carolina, there are, in total, 17,580 hire locations. View below for 8 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

£116+

Convertible

Convertible

£115+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

£136+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare car hire deals in South Carolina by type

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

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

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

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

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

Toyota C-HR£31/day
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Toyota C-HR
Polestar 2£50/day
4
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Polestar 2
Peugeot 208£61/day
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Peugeot 208

Best car hire deals found in South Carolina

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Carolina with an average daily rate of £64. Data was last updated on 5 décembre 2025.
Volkswagen T-ROC£30/day
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Volkswagen T-ROC
Polestar 2£31/day
4
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Polestar 2
Vauxhall Astra£32/day
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Vauxhall Astra

Cheapflights insights for South Carolina car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in South Carolina, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £45, which is about 32% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Carolina?

Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in South Carolina with deals as low as £24.22/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £34.22/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Carolina is Alamo (rated 8.8/10). National (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At South Carolina, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £42. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £57 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 South Carolina, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £42. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £57 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

£44

March

£47

April

£54

May

£52

June

£50

July

£57

August

£52

September

£44

October

£46

November

£48

December

£49

What car do most people hire in South Carolina?

Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Carolina. SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 39 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 35.

Top hire agencies in South Carolina

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 5 décembre 2025.

Alamo

5 locations

National

4 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

39 locations

Thrifty

4 locations

Dollar

4 locations

Avis

15 locations

Budget

13 locations

Hertz

35 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 décembre 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Carolina for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in South Carolina from about £540 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in South Carolina check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Car hires by fuel type in South Carolina

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Carolina. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in South Carolina. Deals were last updated on 5 décembre 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Carolina. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£55+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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