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Cheap Car Hire in South Carolina from £31

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 11/10 and drop-off date of 19/10. 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 2024

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 3 October 2024.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

£44

Cheapest price per day

£31

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

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 108 pickup locations in South Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 October 2024.

Price

£29 - £62

Out of all the popular cities in South Carolina, Myrtle Beach is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £29/day. Renting a car in Myrtle Beach is 53% cheaper than renting one in Hilton Head Island where the per day rate is around £62. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South Carolina to get a rental car in are: Columbia (£30/day), Greenville (£30/day), and Charleston (£37/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Charleston should expect to spend around £37/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South Carolina is Charleston.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Carolina?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Carolina 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 3 October 2024.

January

£38

February

£48

March

£54

April

£57

May

£54

June

£56

July

£61

August

£58

September

£51

October

£52

November

£50

December

£47

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Carolina is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 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 3 October 2024.

At £31/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in South Carolina in the past week. Out of 327 car hire agencies operating in South Carolina, there are, in total, 16,557 hire locations. View below for 7 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

£56+

Compact

Compact

£35+

Intermediate

Intermediate

£31+

Standard

Standard

£44+

Full-size

Full-size

£55+

People carrier

People carrier

£67+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

£55+

Premium

Premium

£74+

Luxury

Luxury

£48+

Convertible

Convertible

£58+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

£79+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

£37+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

£38+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

£55+

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

£56+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

£90+

Compare available car types for hire in South Carolina

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South Carolina to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 October 2024.

Small cars

£31 - £91

All Car Types

£35 - £82

To hire a small car in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £49/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Carolina (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£91/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a small car saves you 11% 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 South Carolina small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £53/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Carolina (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£80/day). In fact, February is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 South Carolina medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £59/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in South Carolina (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£78/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a large car is 6% 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 South Carolina large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £56/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Carolina (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£82/day). In fact, February is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, 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 South Carolina SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £61/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in South Carolina (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£160/day). In fact, February is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a van is 10% 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 South Carolina van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £34/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in South Carolina (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£70/day). In fact, February is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a pickup truck saves you 40% 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 convertible in South Carolina, you would pay an average price of £54/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in South Carolina (~£45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£98/day). In fact, December is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for South Carolina. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Carolina, hiring a convertible saves you 4% 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 South Carolina convertible hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i10£35/day
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Hyundai i10
Audi A1£41/day
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Audi A1
Toyota Aygo£56/day
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Toyota Aygo

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 3 October 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in South Carolina, including locations near Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Greenville. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
135 reviews•36 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Avis

6.4
Okay
106 reviews•13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.2
Okay
239 reviews•12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Hertz

6.1
Okay
213 reviews•34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.9

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
84 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.2

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
36 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.9
Fair
30 reviews•4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Ace

4.6
Mediocre
52 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

5.1

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

4.9

Best South Carolina car hire deals found

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 £53. Data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the South Carolina region, including options close to Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Greenville. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Audi A3£31/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A3
Vauxhall Astra£32/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Astra
Ford Focus£35/day
4
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A/C
Ford Focus

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 3 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £42/day when booking a car hire in South Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for £27/day from Avis, booked on Sep. 29.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Carolina?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in South Carolina from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (£31/day), Avis (£32/day), and National (£58/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Carolina?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Silvercar (8.3 rating) and Yesaway (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Carolina.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Carolina?

    The average price of petrol in South Carolina is £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Budget you can hire a car in South Carolina from about £256 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Carolina for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 24% in South Carolina - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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.

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

    You can potentially save up to 33% on a month-long rental by booking with Avis. Avis is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in South Carolina can cost you on average £1,096 a month or £37 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Small car hires in South Carolina

Find small car hire deals in South Carolina from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in South Carolina cost an average of £50 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
Toyota Aygo£31/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Kia Picanto£42/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai i10£58/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car hires in South Carolina

Find luxury car hire deals in South Carolina from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in South Carolina cost an average of £68 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found when it comes to luxury car hires in South Carolina, including pickup locations near Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Greenville. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£45/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class£48/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Jaguar XF£49/day
5
4
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A/C
Jaguar XF

People carrier hires in South Carolina

Find people carrier hire deals in South Carolina from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in South Carolina cost an average of £74 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2024.
Check out some of the deals we've found for people carrier hires in the South Carolina region, including pickup options close to Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Greenville. To find more great people carrier hires deals, make sure to check back soon.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£59/day
5
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A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Ford Galaxy£60/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Galaxy
Seat Tarraco£61/day
5
M
A/C
Seat Tarraco

Car hires by fuel type in South Carolina

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Carolina. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in South Carolina. Deals were last updated on 3 October 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Carolina. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£46+).

Electric

Electric

£46+

Hybrid

Hybrid

£58+

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