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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Charlotte?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Charlotte 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 13 September 2024.

January

R715

February

R786

March

R929

April

R965

May

R1 019

June

R1 036

July

R1 090

August

R947

September

R858

October

R1 001

November

R911

December

R822

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Charlotte 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Charlotte

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Charlotte to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 September 2024.

Small cars

R519 - R1 344

All Car Types

R600 - R1 801

To hire a small car in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R650/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Charlotte, the United States (~R519/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 344/day). In fact, February is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a small car saves you 32% 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 medium car in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R945/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Charlotte, the United States (~R732/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 486/day). In fact, September is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a medium car saves you 1% 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 SUV in Charlotte, the United States, you would pay an average price of R849/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Charlotte, the United States (~R854/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R2 486/day). In fact, July is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Charlotte. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Charlotte, renting a SUV 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.

Top rental agencies in Charlotte

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charlotte known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charlotte. Reviews were last updated on 13 September 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Charlotte, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz in Charlotte. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Dollar

6,5
Okay
114 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,4

Budget

6,0
Okay
154 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,9

Hertz

5,8
Fair
145 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

5,9

Alamo

8,1
Very Good
60 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
68 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,3

Avis

5,4
Fair
51 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,8

Comfort

5,9

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,5

Ace

4,3
Mediocre
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,0

Comfort

4,5

Overall

4,3

Pick-up/drop-off

4,3

Value

4,5

Thrifty

5 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlotte, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Charlotte?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Advantage (10,0 rating), Alamo (8,1 rating) and Payless (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Charlotte.

  • What are petrol prices like in Charlotte?

    The average price of petrol in Charlotte is R17,17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R772 and R1 116 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlotte for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in Charlotte for about R6 205 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 33% to make it a great deal in Charlotte. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Charlotte?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Charlotte it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Charlotte?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Kia Rio) in Charlotte, making it the most popular option.

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