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Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from R705

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 16/4 and drop-off date of 30/4. 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 27 March 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 27 March 2026.
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There are currently 17 558 hire locations operating in North Carolina spread across 372 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina is small car at R705 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R705+

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Compact

Compact

R737+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R746+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 341+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 662+

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Premium

Premium

R1 309+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R3 265+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 645+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 567+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R819+

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Supplier choice saloon

Supplier choice saloon

R843+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R854+

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Here are the best North Carolina medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford FocusR746/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Found 03/25/26

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 372. Data was last updated on 27 March 2026.
Kia PicantoR705/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Found 03/25/26
Citroen C3 AircrossR737/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 03/25/26
Ford FocusR746/day
5
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Found 03/25/26

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 R808/day – about 1 387% 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 8.1/10). National (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.1
National
National
7.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.4

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina is January, when you can expect to pay R744/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina is July (R1 065/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

R744

February

R815

March

R900

April

R954

May

R1 020

June

R1 022

July

R1 065

August

R1 011

September

R844

October

R889

November

R926

December

R866

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 59 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 25.

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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 27 March 2026.

Alamo

3 locations
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National

4 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

59 locations
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Thrifty

13 locations
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Dollar

12 locations
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Hertz

25 locations
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Avis

16 locations
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Budget

18 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 27 March 2026.

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

    Budget 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 R4 016 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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