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South Carolina car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Carolina. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.

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Cheapflights insights for South Carolina car rentals

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?

Book your car hire in South Carolina 77 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 5,180/day on average when booked 77 days ahead, which saves you 8,153% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in South Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Carolina is Alamo (rated 8.7/10). National (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
8.7
National
National
8.5
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.5
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.9

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Carolina?

Planning to hire a car in South Carolina? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 4,615 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 6,969. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 4,615

February

₹ 5,180

March

₹ 6,310

April

₹ 6,216

May

₹ 6,027

June

₹ 6,404

July

₹ 6,969

August

₹ 6,498

September

₹ 5,839

October

₹ 6,121

November

₹ 5,556

December

₹ 5,180

What car do most people rent in South Carolina?

Economy cars (Kia Rio, for example) are the most popular in South Carolina. Intermediate (Nissan Rogue) and SUV (Hyundai Kona) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Carolina.

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 39 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 35.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Carolina, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 119 pickup locations in South Carolina to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2026.
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Top rental agencies in South Carolina

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Carolina known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Carolina. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2026.

Alamo

5 locations
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National

4 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

39 locations
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Thrifty

4 locations
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Dollar

4 locations
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Avis

15 locations
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Budget

13 locations
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Hertz

35 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Carolina, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in South Carolina?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 5,249/day when booking a car hire in South Carolina. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 4,423/day from Alamo, booked on Apr. 25.

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

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Carolina, offering car hire for around ₹ 68,110 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For South Carolina however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Carolina for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in South Carolina can be found for about ₹ 291,898, with the average price for a rental being around ₹ 9,730 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 55% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Carolina.

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