Cheapflights insights for Charlottesville car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Charlottesville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Charlottesville?
To get the best deal on car hire in Charlottesville, book about 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 239, which is about 266% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Charlottesville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Charlottesville is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10 with 17 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Charlottesville?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Charlottesville is August, when you can expect to pay RM 247/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Charlottesville is May (RM 310/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
RM 256
February
RM 260
March
RM 285
April
RM 281
May
RM 310
June
RM 298
July
RM 281
August
RM 247
September
RM 264
October
RM 273
November
RM 273
December
RM 260
What car do most people hire in Charlottesville?
SUV cars (Jeep Compass, for example) are the most popular in Charlottesville. Intermediate (Nissan Sentra) and Full-size (Class Full-size Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Charlottesville.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Charlottesville?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Charlottesville at 2.
Top rental agencies in Charlottesville
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Charlottesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Charlottesville. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Charlottesville, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Charlottesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Charlottesville?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Charlottesville for a month is certainly possible.