Car rental in Charleston, United States

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These are the cheapest Charleston car rental prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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The most popular car rental companies in Charleston

Renting a car in Charleston: Fast facts

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Most popular car rental companyAvis
Most popular carIntermediate/Standard, SUV
Average daily price146 €
Best time to book3 weeks before

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Charleston will set you back around 146 € per day or 530 € per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Charleston is a compact crossover (similar to an SUV). The most popular is Intermediate/Standard, SUV.
The cheapest car rental companies in Charleston are currently Alamo and Enterprise.
On average, around 530 €. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Charleston is 375 €.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Charleston, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Charleston that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car rental companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select "Return car to a different location" when you search with us.
Public transportation can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Charleston.
Most places – Charleston included – allow people under the age of 25 to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance deductible for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 66 € per day. The average price per day is around 160 €.
Of course. Most major car rental companies like Avis, Alamo and Enterprise offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travelers rated Avis as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the Internet for all kinds of vehicle rental deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van rental in Charleston.