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 10 July 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 092/day – about 1 499% 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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.4/10 with 131 reviews). Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 224 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 068/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in South Carolina is April (R1 347/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 068
February
R1 121
March
R1 175
April
R1 347
May
R1 258
June
R1 240
July
R1 264
August
R1 204
September
R1 115
October
R1 252
November
R1 246
December
R1 287
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Carolina?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 26.
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 10 July 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 10 July 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.