South Carolina car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for South Carolina car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Carolina, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in South Carolina?
For the best savings on car hire in South Carolina, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R1 100/day – about 1 514% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in South Carolina?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Carolina is Budget (rated 5.6/10 with 147 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.5/10 with 64 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Carolina?
The cheapest month to hire a car in South Carolina is January, when you can expect to pay R1 076/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Carolina is April (R1 357/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
R1 076
February
R1 124
March
R1 189
April
R1 357
May
R1 267
June
R1 243
July
R1 267
August
R1 207
September
R1 124
October
R1 261
November
R1 255
December
R1 285
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Carolina?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 6.
Top rental agencies in South Carolina
Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the South Carolina region, including those located within the Charleston, Columbia and Spartanburg area. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in South Carolina, including locations around Charleston, Columbia and Spartanburg.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Carolina?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in South Carolina for a month is certainly possible.