$61/day
21 Aug - 23 Oct$58/day
29 Aug - 30 Sep$55/day
21 Aug - 23 Oct$62/day
1 Oct - 31 Oct$72/day
1 Oct - 31 Oct$58/day
21 Aug - 23 Oct$53/day
1 Oct - 31 Oct$54/day
30 Sep - 31 Oct$50/day
1 Oct - 31 OctIt is no surprise that Travel and Leisure Magazine listed Charleston, SC, in the top 25 cities overall, worldwide, and as one of the top U.S. cities. History surrounds you in Charleston, from its luxurious hotels and antebellum homes to its Civil War remnants. Many attractions are walkable once you make the short trip from the airport to downtown, such as art galleries and museums, myriad churches, shops, and top restaurants. Parking rental cars in Charleston’s historic district can be pricey, but more moderately priced garage and lot parking as well as metered parking are plentiful if a moderate walk to downtown fits into your plans. Hop back in the car for a quick ride to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, to catch a Morris Island Boat Tour or to enjoy an after-dinner show at Charleston Music Hall or the vintage jazz club, The Commodore.
When you fly into Charleston International Airport, you’ll find car rentals in Charleston are available from all of the major car rental agencies. While downtown is quite walkable, to make the most of all the area has to offer, you’ll want at least a cheap car rental in Charleston. Enjoy a tranquil drive in your luxury car rental or economy car rental along the Falling Waters Scenic Byway, visit beachfront areas or take a day trip to the city of Beaufort or Hilton Head Island. If you are staying in town and want to park economically, supplement any parking you do just outside the city center with public transit, taxi, and rideshare services.
If you are from the U.S. and licensed to drive in any of the 50 states, that license is perfectly acceptable for Charleston car rentals and driving throughout South Carolina. Seatbelts are mandatory and neither drinking and driving nor texting and driving are permitted. But keep in mind that no one in your vehicle may be drinking, not just the driver. Also, note for car rentals in Charleston that South Carolina is a state that requires that you turn on your headlights whenever you use your windshield wipers. Fun fact: while driving barefoot is not recommended, if you feel the urge to do so, that’s okay in this state. As regulations are subject to change, make it a point to check in with the Charleston Department of Motor Vehicles before your trip.
If you are visiting Charleston from another country, we highly recommend that you get an International Driving Permit. Obtain the permit before you travel, so you can produce it for car rentals in Charleston or, if necessary, at a traffic stop. While some rental car agencies will accept temporary licenses, not all do, so it is important to check with the agency of your choice prior to your trip if you have a temporary license.
Small Cars | $49 - $173 | |
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All Car Types | $72 - $185 |
The average price of a Small rental in Charleston, the United States is $105. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just $49 per day. A Small rental is typically 15% less expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a Medium rental in Charleston, the United States is $102. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just $50 per day. A Medium rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a Large rental in Charleston, the United States is $114. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just $71 per day. A Large rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in Charleston, the United States is $118. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just $60 per day. A SUV rental is typically 5% less expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a Van rental in Charleston, the United States is $167. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $99 per day. A Van rental is typically 27% more expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a Luxury rental in Charleston, the United States is $115. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Charleston, the United States is in September. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just $68 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Luxury rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a Convertible rental in Charleston, the United States is $150. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Charleston, the United States is in January. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just $87 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average car rental in Charleston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Charleston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Charleston Convertible rentals found on momondo in the past week.
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1 Oct - 31 Oct$51/day
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Most Popular Agency | Budget |
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Popular Car Types | SUV, Intermediate, Full-size |
Cheapest Rental Car | $37 |
Most Popular Model | Kia Rio |
Nearby attractions:
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens | 3.2 mi | |
West Ashley Park | 5.2 mi | |
Middleton Place | 5.7 mi | |
Charlestowne Landing | 6.7 mi | |
Hampton Park | 8.1 mi |
Nearby attractions:
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge | 84.1 mi | |
South Carolina Aquarium | 84.5 mi | |
Fort Sumter National Monument | 84.5 mi | |
Aiken-Rhett House | 84.9 mi | |
Charleston Museum | 84.9 mi |
Nearby attractions:
Middleton Place | 81.8 mi | |
Splash Zone Waterpark | 82.1 mi | |
West Ashley Park | 82.1 mi | |
James Island County Park | 82.6 mi | |
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens | 82.9 mi |
To rent a car for a weekend in Charleston in September, the average price was $122 with cheaper deals starting around $39. For a one-week car rental, Charleston prices in September average $92 with the best deals starting at $24.
The cheapest provider in Charleston is Avis, with an average daily rental rate of $112 from its 3 locations in Charleston. The absolute cheapest deal momondo users have found at Avis in Charleston is $22.
When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Charleston do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Charleston. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.
With temperatures averaging 66.2 °F and precipitation usually 3.8″ during September, you should consider renting a Standard car when traveling to Charleston. A Standard car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of September and is a popular choice for travelers heading to Charleston. Renting a Standard in Charleston will cost you $137/day on average.
Enterprise has 5 locations. momondo users can expect to pay $97/day on average when renting from these locations.
The speed limit in Charleston is 25 mph, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Charleston also has a suburban speed limit of 75 mph which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in Charleston, be aware that the speed limit is generally 75 mph.
The Kia Rio is the most popular car to rent in Charleston, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Kia Rio rentals for as low as $39/day in Charleston, though on average you can expect prices to be around $129/day. Another popular car to rent in Charleston is the Hyundai Accent for an average of $63/day, and deals as low as $20/day.
If you’re interested in renting the Audi A4 in Charleston, then Dollar is the most popular car rental company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar Luxury rentals). Audi A4 rentals in Charleston from Dollar are $73 per day on average.
Those looking for a rental car in Charleston during the month of August should expect temperatures to be around 80.6 °F and should expect around 7.2″ of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.
If you’re looking for a Charleston rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of August it’s important to know that the rest of South Carolina typically has a temperature of 78.8 °F and will usually expect 5.8″ of precipitation.