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Cheap Car Hire in North Carolina from R1 512

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 25 February 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 25 February 2026.
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There are currently 17 632 hire locations operating in North Carolina spread across 370 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in North Carolina is luxury car at R1 512 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

People carrier

People carrier

R1 473+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 681+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 837+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 512+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 585+

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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 654. Data was last updated on 25 February 2026.
Mercedes-Benz C-ClassR1 512/day
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Audi Q5R1 585/day
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Volkswagen TiguanR1 681/day
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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 R751/day – about 1 298% 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
6.3

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 R698/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina is July (R999/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

R698

February

R711

March

R786

April

R898

May

R959

June

R959

July

R999

August

R951

September

R794

October

R834

November

R869

December

R810

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 35 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in North Carolina at 17.

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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 25 February 2026.

Alamo

2 locations
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National

2 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

35 locations
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Thrifty

8 locations
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Dollar

6 locations
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Hertz

17 locations
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Budget

15 locations
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Avis

12 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 25 February 2026.

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

    Hertz 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 911 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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