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Cheap Car Rentals in Charleston, WV

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Charleston, WV car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Charleston, WV. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 April 2026.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.62

Average price per day

C$ 87

Cheapest price per day

C$ 80

Cheapflights insights for Charleston car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Charleston, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Charleston?

For the best savings on car rentals in Charleston, make your reservation 89 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 72/day – about 5% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Charleston?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charleston is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Charleston?

At Charleston, the best time to rent a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just C$ 85. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 111 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Charleston, the best time to rent a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just C$ 85. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging C$ 111 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

C$ 88

February

C$ 88

March

C$ 88

April

C$ 86

May

C$ 98

June

C$ 107

July

C$ 111

August

C$ 103

September

C$ 90

October

C$ 93

November

C$ 86

December

C$ 85

What car do most people rent in Charleston?

Intermediate rentals (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Charleston. Passenger Van rentals (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size rentals (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Charleston?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Charleston at 1.

Top rental agencies in Charleston, WV

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Charleston, WV known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Charleston, WV. Reviews were last updated on 21 April 2026.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Avis

9.3
Wonderful
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.6

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Hertz

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.4
Fair
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

4.9

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

4.7

Value

5.2

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.0

VIPCars Recommendation

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charleston, WV, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Charleston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 87/day when booking a rental car in Charleston. The best deal a user found was for C$ 80/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 18.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Charleston for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Charleston. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 609 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Charleston?

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

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

    We’ve recently found that Avis offers you prices that are 8% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Charleston for a month is C$ 2,610. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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