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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 28 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 226/day – about 235% less than the yearly average.

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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 National (rated 8.7/10). Alamo (rated 8.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
8.7
Alamo
Alamo
8.7
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.7
Thrifty
Thrifty
7.0

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

At South Carolina, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just RM 217. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging RM 309 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 South Carolina, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just RM 217. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging RM 309 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

RM 217

February

RM 257

March

RM 297

April

RM 309

May

RM 280

June

RM 281

July

RM 305

August

RM 278

September

RM 263

October

RM 272

November

RM 266

December

RM 273

What car do most people hire in South Carolina?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South Carolina are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Premium cars (BMW X5 or similar).

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

Avis has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in South Carolina at 4.

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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 24 July 2026.

National

4 locations
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Alamo

5 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

39 locations
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Thrifty

7 locations
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Avis

15 locations
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Budget

13 locations
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Hertz

33 locations
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Ace

2 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 24 July 2026.

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

    Hiring a car in South Carolina for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 3,048/week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in South Carolina check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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