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Ford Escape

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$55/day

11 Jul - 11 Aug

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Volvo XC40

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$74/day

17 Jun - 10 Jul

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Mercedes-Benz V-Class

or similar Minivan

Up to 5 passengers

5-door vehicles

$76/day

30 Jun - 5 Jul

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Jaguar F-Pace

or similar Premium SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$89/day

11 Jul - 11 Aug

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Kia Forte

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$40/day

30 Jun - 5 Jul

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Jeep Compass

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$62/day

18 Jun - 18 Jul

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Ford Focus

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$48/day

17 Jun - 30 Jul

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Hyundai Elantra

or similar Standard

Up to 5 passengers

$50/day

18 Jun - 18 Jul

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Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

$48/day

30 Jun - 5 Jul

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Downtown car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Downtown, Charleston

Budget

5.9

Fair

143 reviews•3 locations

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8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Need more cars at airport - lines were extremely long and long wait to get car and even after paperwork done - more lines !

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

It took almost an hour to locate a car. It seems I reserved the last suv which was a new car that they didn’t want to leave the state. Other then that I was very satisfied and will definitely use their service again.

8.0

Very good|May 2023

in terms of pickup and drop off in the garage, could have been better. need more signage for pick up. went to desk in garage and told to go " over there" but no one was there. asked another area and told to go somewhere else. finally someone came. was given a midsize car instead of compact that I had signed up for because no compacts available. I just prefer smaller cars for my driving habits/comfort but it worked out. On drop off, went into one of the lanes that said drop off car and was told to go in another lane.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Gary, at the office, was professional, friendly and efficient. I returned using this location. The car was comfortable enough for a one day rental. There was a fast food bag in the car.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Pick up was terrible. Took over an hour because cars were not ready or available even though I had a reservation. Inefficient process of waiting in a line inside the airport and then another line just as long in the parking deck.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

The pickup process at the airport took two hours. Budget/Avis only had one person checking people in at the counter which was not adequate for the number of people waiting to pickup a car. Also, the cars were not available at the airport for pickup so we all had to wait again to be picked up by a shuttle van to drive us to another parking lot to get a car. The entire process took over 2 hours, which is unacceptable. Budget/Avis was the only company at the airport having this issue. I will not rent from them again at the Charleston airport.

1 out of 48

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7

Good

60 reviews•6 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Nothing. We were sent over to the Hertz Rent-A-Car window for service.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

We ended up not using this car company. They called to get our license information for the pick up the day before we left, then when I mentioned I put 6 pm as the pick up but it’d likely be a little later because that’s when we were landing and is that okay, the representative informed me they close at 6 pm. I had entered the drop off and pick up times, both of which were in the evening due to our flight schedule, and apparently after closing in the search criteria and in the rental information. If I hadn’t said anything, we would have landed and been stranded with no car. I think this location should either modify the hours available for pick up and drop off in the online booking or call people immediately if they enter times at closing or outside their operating hours.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Easy process for pickup and drop off. Vehicle was great.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

The best from start to finish

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

It was a great experience - friendly and helpful staff and clean car!

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Experience was great. Cost was pricey.

1 out of 20

Hertz

6.7

Okay

65 reviews•5 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Waited an hour and a half for no service. Everyone in line also waited that long but some people just ended up leaving for renting from another company: this is not HERTZ it’s a franchise working with hertz and the service is extremely slow. Only one person on the counter. Worst service I’ve experienced in a car rental ever: unfortunate for hertz to be represented this way.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2022

I bboked the reservation that morning, because the rate was $60 dollars cheaper than Alamo for the same car. When i got to the counter, there was no one there for 10 mins and when she arrived she asked if i booked the reservation today. When i said yes, she said we have no cars and that was it. Zero help in getting me something. I will not book through Kayak again!!!!

4.0

Mediocre|Jul 2022

I ordered a car prior to my trip and received a conformation. When I arrived to pick it up, I was told that that car was not available, and would be upgraded to a minivan for the same price. I was very adamant with the rep that it was for the same price. She confirmed it was. However, when I paid for it the billing as $100.00 more. I did question it, and was told to take it up with billing. .. I feel this was the old switch and bait game.. When I returned the car, there was only one person checking cars in and out and had no time to help with this. Totally understand. She gave me the info as to where I can sent her this same info and she will look it over.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2022

Took an hour to pick up rental car. Only 2 people in front of me in line and they did not have complex situations which would merit lengthy customer service time. Also was downgraded from a premium car without any further discount.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2022

Our customer service woman was great, very friendly & personable!! The ONLY issue we have is that she said she was upgrading us & we didn’t feel as though the car she put us in was an upgrade. Other than that everything was perfect!! Would definitely rent from Hertz again!

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

Given us the plug in cord so we could have recharged. Staff was excellent at pick up and when we added a driver.

1 out of 22

Avis

5.4

Fair

49 reviews•3 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

They did not have the vehicle size I needed

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Received a call 30 minutes prior to reservation informing me they "didn't have any cars".

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Faster pick up

8.0

Very good|May 2023

Weird pickup spot Pleasant employees Car stunk a bit Car had some body parts missing and scratches

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

The service upon pick up was terrible, the clerk was extremely rude and not helpful at all.

4.0

Mediocre|Nov 2022

Long lines at Avis in Charleston for cars that were not completely serviced. Caution lights not attended to for low air in tires. Will use them again in the next go especially for the price paid.

1 out of 17

Alamo

9.2

Wonderful

20 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

We got a brand new Audi SUV that had only 9 miles on it. Of course it was fabulous. Only one slight issue, it didn’t have a USB port for my phone. The 2 ports it did have I’ve never seen and I didn’t have an adapter for. If I was on a road trip I would have had to buy one.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The car was great and the personal were very helpful.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Courteous staff, willingness to adjust price due to some inconvenience with navigation system, and for renting a downgraded vehicle. Quentin was very accommodating

8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Good experience overall

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

all great, price a little steep.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

The experience was great. Someone had smoked in our vehicle though which was very unpleasant because we don’t smoke. We didn’t notice as we picked it up because they had just detailed the car and it smelled like cleaning products. We told the person who did the intake on the cars on the return and he was very nice and apologized and reduced the price of the rental for us.

1 out of 7

National

7.3

Good

2 reviews•1 location

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Dollar

1 location

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Easirent

1 location

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Driving with a rental car in Downtown - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Downtown so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much does it cost to rent a car in Downtown?

Renting a car in Downtown will cost, on average, $61 per day. Keep in mind that daily rental prices fluctuate based on a variety of factors. For example, momondo users recently found Downtown car rental prices for as much as $96 per day and as little as $39 per day.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Downtown?

Budget is the cheapest rental car company in Downtown according to our data from the past 72 hours. You can find prices for as low as $39 per day from Budget. Avis is another affordable rental company, with prices recently found for as low as $46 per day. You should also consider Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which recently had rental prices for $50 per day.

What is the best rental car company in Downtown?

Consider renting a car from Budget, which is currently the best rental agency in Downtown, according to our users, with 129 reviews and an average rating of 5.4/10.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in Downtown?

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Downtown, with 27% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Downtown costs, on average, $131/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighborhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

How long do people rent a car when staying in Downtown?

Consider renting a car in Downtown for 16 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighborhood. The average daily rental cost for 16 days is $90. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of $632 and $216, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long Downtown car rental will cost $3,258 in total on average.

When is the best time to rent a car in Downtown?

The best time to rent a car in Downtown is during the month of January when prices average $69 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car is in July, during which you will frequently find prices averaging $110 per day. Be sure to book your rental car around 67 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Downtown?

Prices for cars in Downtown were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Downtown?

As of June 2025, there are 24 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Downtown?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Downtown. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Downtown?

To rent a car in Downtown, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Downtown?

momondo finds and compares thousands of car rental websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car rentals in Downtown. Finding a rental car is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Downtown?

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Downtown by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Downtown with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car rental deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car rental searches on momondo including those for cars in Downtown.