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How far in advance should I hire a car in Charlottesville?

Book your car hire in Charlottesville 12 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R935/day on average when booked 12 days ahead, which saves you 1 263% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Charlottesville?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Charlottesville is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 7.6/10 with 15 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
10.0
Budget
Budget
7.6
Avis
Avis
7.5
Hertz
Hertz
7.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville is January, when you can expect to pay R886/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Charlottesville is June (R1 296/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R886

February

R886

March

R1 214

April

R1 066

May

R1 230

June

R1 296

July

R1 296

August

R1 198

September

R1 034

October

R1 198

November

R1 083

December

R1 116

What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?

Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Charlottesville. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Charlottesville?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Charlottesville at 2.

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Top rental agencies in Charlottesville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Charlottesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Charlottesville. Reviews were last updated on 9 April 2026.

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Budget

7,6
Good
15 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,9

Avis

7,5
Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,3

Hertz

7,0
Good
11 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,9
Okay
10 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

6,5

National

6,4
Okay
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

4,9

Thrifty

1 location
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Easirent

1 location
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Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 April 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Charlottesville for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Charlottesville. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R7 084 per week.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Charlottesville for a month is certainly possible.

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