What is the cheapest rental car found in North Carolina?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $42/day when booking a rental car in North Carolina. The best deal a user found was for $17/day from MEGA MC, booked on Jun. 8.

How much does it cost to rent a car in North Carolina for a week from Turo?

Turo is one of the top picks in North Carolina. They can have you in a rental car for about $490 per week on average.

Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?

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

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

Prices can be as low as $2,099 if you consider booking with MEGA MC. That price represents savings of 80% compared to the North Carolina average. The monthly cost of a car rental in North Carolina is on average $2,099 ($70/day).

Popular Car Types in North Carolina

There are, in total, 17,429 car rental locations in North Carolina that are operated by 352 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can rent (cheapest price last found: $22/day). Explore 7 car types currently offered from North Carolina rental providers:

What are the requirements to rent a car in North Carolina?

Most North Carolina car rentals companies need their renters to be at least 21 years old. However, for those below the age of 25, a daily surcharge will be applied. All drivers must present a valid driver’s license bearing their name before picking up North Carolina rental cars. Foreign renters with driver’s licenses not in the Roman alphabet must present an International Driver’s Permit before getting rental cars in North Carolina. Debit cards and credit are the most accepted form of payment when renting cars in North Carolina.

What are the rules for driving in North Carolina?

All the car occupants should buckle up, failure to which a fine will be applied. Children under eight must be in safety seats. Pedestrians should be given way in designated crosswalks and intersections. Those who use their phones for navigation or making calls must have a hands-free kit, as distracted driving is illegal in North Carolina. Whether you are driving a cheap car rental in North Carolina or a more premium model, the maximum speed limit is 70 mph on the rural interstate highways. Stick to 55 mph when driving on rural roads outside the municipality. It is illegal to drive North Carolina car rentals with a blood alcohol content above 0.08%. Additionally, we highly advise checking with North Carolina’s Department of Motor Vehicles for any recent law changes before getting into your cheap car rental in North Carolina.

What type of car is recommended for driving in North Carolina?

An SUV would be ideal for trips around the North Carolina cities like Charlotte. For those visiting the coastal regions or beaches in the Wilmington area, a convertible that lets you feel the sea breeze would be ideal. A four-wheel-drive vehicle would do well for off-road trips to national parks like the Great Smoky Mountains. A sedan would be an ideal option for visits to the various museums like Old Salem, as it would help you explore more at an affordable cost.

Cheap Car Rentals in North Carolina

Q: What are the car rental prices for popular cities in North Carolina?

Out of all the popular cities in North Carolina, Concord is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $29/day. Renting a car in Concord is 51% cheaper than renting one in Asheville where the per day rate is around $59. Other fairly inexpensive cities in North Carolina to get a rental car in are: Charlotte ($30/day), Raleigh ($45/day), and Winston-Salem ($47/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Charlotte should expect to spend around $30/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in North Carolina is Charlotte.

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North Carolina car rentals in 2025

Most popular company	MEGA MC
Most common car type	Standard
Average price per day	$53
Cheapest price per day	$22

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Here are the best North Carolina small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best North Carolina luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Veloster$22/day

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Nissan Versa$27/day

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Nissan Versa$30/day

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Best car rental deals found in North Carolina

We've found these great deals on car rentals in North Carolina, including options within the Charlotte, Raleigh and Fayetteville area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.

Hyundai Veloster$22/day

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Hyundai Avante$26/day

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Kia Forte$26/day

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Cheapflights insights for North Carolina car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in North Carolina?

Book your rental car in North Carolina 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $52/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 12% off the usual average price.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in North Carolina?

Hertz is currently the cheapest rental car company in North Carolina with deals as low as $22.81/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $23.83/day.

What is the best car rental company in North Carolina?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in North Carolina is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.0/10 with 245 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.1/10 with 125 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0

Dollar

6.1

Hertz

6.0

Budget

5.7

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in North Carolina is January where you can expect to pay $48/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in North Carolina is October ($68/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.

January

$48

February

$48

March

$56

April

$60

May

$59

June

$63

July

$64

August

$60

September

$56

October

$68

November

$64

December

$61

What car do most people rent in North Carolina?

SUV rentals (BMW X3, for example) are the most popular in North Carolina. Luxury (Audi A4) and Premium (BMW X3) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting North Carolina.

Which car rental company has the most locations in North Carolina?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 75 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in North Carolina at 37.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in North Carolina?

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in North Carolina, start with Concord, where rates average $29/day. You can also find good prices in Charlotte ($30/day), Raleigh ($45/day), and Winston-Salem ($47/day).

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Top rental agencies in North Carolina

Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in North Carolina, including pickup locations serving Charlotte, Raleigh and Fayetteville. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0

Good

245 reviews•75 locations

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8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Everything was great except for the underlying smell of cigarettes that appeared an hour into the ride. As a non-smoker, I had to wash everything I had in the car before I could put it away. The car was comfortable.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

All three of the team members I worked with gave stellar customer service. I have been blown away by the care given by this team.

1 out of 82

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Dollar

6.1

Okay

125 reviews•13 locations

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Hertz

6.0

Okay

319 reviews•37 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

I got an EV that was very close to being fully out of battery. I also didn’t want an EV and they should be more specific about the type if cars we would get.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

Poor customer service

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

great

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

It was good experience but car insurance is too expensive for us.

8.0

Very good|Jul 2023

Excelente

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

When I got there they said it was a. Electric car and to change it would be $50 more per day. It was a bait and switch. I canceled.

1 out of 107

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Budget

5.7

Fair

341 reviews•22 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

Overcharged because they did not check their return key box and charged for an extra day. I had the car back a hour and half early. Still not fixed.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I reserved a car at 4:30 p.m, for pickup at 5:00 p.m. I was called at 4:50 p.m. to let me know that there were no cars available. Why does your system allow you to book a reservation when there are no cars available? Unacceptable.

4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2023

Plane was full day late and yet no price discount for 1 less day. Also took 30 min to get my car due to agent challenges

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

We did not rent the car, it was given to someone else.

8.0

Very good|Jul 2023

It was very difficult to find the Budget location. It would be so simple to add the directions to the confirmation and pickup information. The help center was no help and calling the actual pickup sight didn't work because they didn't answer up the phone and so the "help center" answered each time. That was incredibly frustrating and added an hour to my van rental pickup.

6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

The customer service people were very nice and helpful, but I wasn't able to get the vehicle that I needed and one of the vehicles given to me needed an oil change so I had to go back inside and get a different vehicle.

1 out of 114

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Avis

5.5

Fair

164 reviews•21 locations

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6.0

Okay|Sep 2023

My experience was excellent until I needed customer service after I got home and realized I left my glasses in the car. The pickup was awesome, the agent was excellent in getting us a car - can’t say enough good about him. And drop off was a breeze. However, I forgot my prescription sunglasses in the car after I got home. I immediately tried to call AVIS to see if they could help. No one was available Sunday night, so I called Monday morning and when I selected “lost and found” I received an error saying they couldn’t connect me and try later. I tried several times Monday into Tuesday morning with the same results. So I called a different number and they gave me the local Concord, NC number and I got through. The lady was very helpful and said she would call me back but as of 9:45pm Tuesday night I haven’t heard from her. I certainly hope my glasses can be recovered for me.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

They did not have my class of car and did not offer an upgrade for free. They wanted to charge me more for a car. I declined.

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

Hard to find location in the Crabtree valley mall Avis staff on the phone could not provide knowledge about how to find the rental car location☹️

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Great. Rental car process at ILM is a breeze.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

The customer service was horrible. First and last time doing business with Avis.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

We had a booked reservation. When we arrived and the Avis rental counter to pick up our vehicle we were told to sign a log in sheet and that it would be 2+ hours. They didn't have any rental cars available even though we had a reserved vehicle. Had to cancel and Uber. Counter employees were not helpful.

1 out of 55

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Alamo

7.6

Good

93 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2023

Excellent service

8.0

Very good|Mar 2021

Vehicle is new, very comfortable, ran fantastic. Very easy to rent a car at this airport and to return it. The you g lady who took me to my van was awesome!

The guy working at the desk is unfriendly and didn’t seem to enjoy his job working with people. Second time I’ve had the same experience with someone working at this counter at this airport. When I pulled a van around to pick up my family at baggage claim we realized someone had not put the flooring back correctly and it was difficult for them to quickly get in because they were two huge holes when you open the side van doors. We had to find a good spot once we left the airport where we could get out and put the flooring back the way it was supposed to be. I cannot imagine how difficult this would have been if I were picking up children instead of Teenagers. The seats fold down into the floor and someone had apparently pulled the seats back up where they belong but never bothered to put the flooring back right when they were cleaning it.

8.0

Very good|Oct 2020

Staff very friendly and helpful.

1 out of 31

Thrifty

6.6

Okay

43 reviews•14 locations

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Easirent

3.4

Poor

30 reviews•8 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2024

Off airport premises. Closed at 5:45 .our plane landed at 5:19. ON A FRIDAY!! Never connect. Had to find a different rental.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Had to call twice to get them to answer the phone when I arrived. They said they'd send the shuttle and I'd see it in 10-15 minutes. Waited over 20 minutes, and no one arrived. I tried to call again, and no one answered. Gave them until I downloaded and checked Uber & Lyft to come. They never showed up and I ended up using Lyft to take me to the office and using ride share during my trip.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

good on gas. sticker on windshield blocked some of the driver's view, empty cans in backseat, they demanded proof of my own personal car insurance or buy insurance from them and also demanded to see proof of my flight out BEFORE i could take the car. Nothing about this was on their website. upon return, we called as per instructions but no one picked up for 45 minutes. finally called corporate office and they told me to wait until the shuttle swings by, which it did. I called the rental office once more and FINALLY someone picked up but shuttle took 30 minutes for a 10 minute ride to the airport. At the drop off site, 12 other people were waiting for a ride to their flights. Five of them were in danger of missing their flights and took an uber. Badly run business, intrusive rental criteria, sloppy maintenance to the point of being dangerous (windshield obstruction). We can't recommend using this car rental company to anyone else for any reason, as their service is sub-par across the board.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Willie helped me so much! I booked a car for the wrong day. Totally my fault but he was able to accommodate me anyway. So grateful! They are my new go to when visiting Charlotte.

1 out of 10

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Car rental FAQs

What are the requirements to rent a car in North Carolina?
Most North Carolina car rentals companies need their renters to be at least 21 years old. However, for those below the age of 25, a daily surcharge will be applied. All drivers must present a valid driver’s license bearing their name before picking up North Carolina rental cars. Foreign renters with driver’s licenses not in the Roman alphabet must present an International Driver’s Permit before getting rental cars in North Carolina. Debit cards and credit are the most accepted form of payment when renting cars in North Carolina.
What are the rules for driving in North Carolina?
All the car occupants should buckle up, failure to which a fine will be applied. Children under eight must be in safety seats. Pedestrians should be given way in designated crosswalks and intersections. Those who use their phones for navigation or making calls must have a hands-free kit, as distracted driving is illegal in North Carolina. Whether you are driving a cheap car rental in North Carolina or a more premium model, the maximum speed limit is 70 mph on the rural interstate highways. Stick to 55 mph when driving on rural roads outside the municipality. It is illegal to drive North Carolina car rentals with a blood alcohol content above 0.08%. Additionally, we highly advise checking with North Carolina’s Department of Motor Vehicles for any recent law changes before getting into your cheap car rental in North Carolina.
What type of car is recommended for driving in North Carolina?
An SUV would be ideal for trips around the North Carolina cities like Charlotte. For those visiting the coastal regions or beaches in the Wilmington area, a convertible that lets you feel the sea breeze would be ideal. A four-wheel-drive vehicle would do well for off-road trips to national parks like the Great Smoky Mountains. A sedan would be an ideal option for visits to the various museums like Old Salem, as it would help you explore more at an affordable cost.
What is the cheapest rental car found in North Carolina?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $42/day when booking a rental car in North Carolina. The best deal a user found was for $17/day from MEGA MC, booked on Jun. 8.
How much does it cost to rent a car in North Carolina for a week from Turo?
Turo is one of the top picks in North Carolina. They can have you in a rental car for about $490 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in North Carolina?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in North Carolina. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in North Carolina for a month?
Prices can be as low as $2,099 if you consider booking with MEGA MC. That price represents savings of 80% compared to the North Carolina average. The monthly cost of a car rental in North Carolina is on average $2,099 ($70/day).