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Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from R1 559

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in North Carolina with a pick-up date of 31/3 and drop-off date of 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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North Carolina car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in North Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 January 2026.

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Popular car types in North Carolina

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in North Carolina and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 January 2026.
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There are currently 17 606 hire locations operating in North Carolina spread across 368 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina is luxury car at R1 559 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

R2 546+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 791+

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Premium

Premium

R1 619+

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Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 559+

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Best car hire deals found in North Carolina

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in North Carolina. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in North Carolina with an average daily rate of R1 965. Data was last updated on 9 January 2026.
Land Rover DefenderR1 559/day
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BMW X3R1 791/day
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BMW X3
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Kia SonetR2 546/day
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Kia Sonet
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Cheapflights insights for North Carolina car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in North Carolina, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in North Carolina?

For the best savings on car hire in North Carolina, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R778/day – about 1 319% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in North Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in North Carolina is Alamo (rated 8.0/10). National (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.0
National
National
7.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.3

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina?

The cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina is February, when you can expect to pay R761/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina is July (R1 034/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

R869

February

R761

March

R863

April

R932

May

R1 003

June

R1 001

July

R1 034

August

R981

September

R819

October

R860

November

R899

December

R830

Which car hire company has the most locations in North Carolina?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 61 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 30.

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Top rental agencies in North Carolina

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

Alamo

4 locations
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National

4 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

61 locations
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Thrifty

13 locations
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Dollar

12 locations
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Hertz

30 locations
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Budget

21 locations
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Avis

19 locations
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Car hire FAQs

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

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North Carolina for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in North Carolina. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R8 422 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in North Carolina.

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