North Carolina car hire

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Cheap car hire in North Carolina

These are the best prices for 8-15 Jun.
Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
£20/day
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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
£21/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
£23/day
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Honda Accord car
Honda Accord
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£24/day
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Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
£24/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
£34/day
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Nissan Pathfinder car
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
£40/day
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Toyota Crown car
Toyota Crown
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£52/day
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Class Full-size Van car
Class Full-size Van
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
£87/day
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Class Luxury Car car
Class Luxury Car
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£37/day
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Nissan Frontier car
Nissan Frontier
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
£36/day
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Audi Q3 car
Audi Q3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
£44/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£27/day
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Volkswagen Taos car
Volkswagen Taos
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
£28/day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee car
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£28/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
£29/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for North Carolina car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in North Carolina with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in North Carolina?

You should book your car hire in North Carolina around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in North Carolina?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Avis (£26.45/day), Dollar (£31.98/day), and Budget (£42.76/day).

What is the most popular car to hire in North Carolina?

Hires in the Medium category (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option in North Carolina, costing £36/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £25/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in North Carolina is January at an average cost of £36/day. April is the most expensive month to hire a car in North Carolina when prices are £51/day on average, which tends to be 13% above the yearly average hire price for North Carolina.

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

Avis operates 19 locations in North Carolina, more than any other car hire company.

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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Avis
Medium
£35/day
£30/day

Top tips for hiring a car in North Carolina

  • As with the rest of the country, drink-driving is taken very seriously. If you are found to be over the alcohol blood limit level of 0.08%, you will be prosecuted accordingly. This normally includes being fined, banned, and on some occasions imprisoned. Police have the right to pull you over and ask you to breathe into a breathalyser if they think you have been drinking. It’s always wise to avoid drinking any alcohol prior to driving, even if you’re not getting behind the wheel until the next morning.
  • If you’re travelling with children, then you must adhere to the child seat laws in North Carolina. You can request a child seat from your car hire company prior to arriving at the branch. If your kid is under eight years of age and weighs less than 18 kg, then they will need to be put in a child restraint. With cars that have an active passenger side airbag, children under five and less than 18 kg need to be in a child seat in the rear seats, not the front seat.
  • Most car hire companies in the U.S. will allow you to drive your car across state and country borders. To do this, you must seek permission from them first and obtain written permission. Without this, your insurance will be void, and you might not be able to cross into countries such as Mexico. It’s also worth checking to see if your car has a mileage cap in the booking. If it does, then this will likely reduce the distance you can travel anyway.
  • All car hire agencies in the North Carolina accept payment in the form of credit cards. Some will even accept debit card payment, but you should contact your branch to ensure you know which forms of payment are accepted. It’s even possible to pay by cash at some agencies, such as Budget. However, this is only accepted at the end of the hire period, and you will still need a credit card to pay the deposit at the beginning.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in North Carolina for £30 or less
  • Small hire cars in North Carolina are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in North Carolina

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in North Carolina?

    On average a car hire in North Carolina costs £35 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in North Carolina?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in North Carolina?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in North Carolina are Charlotte (53% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in North Carolina), Raleigh (28%) and Asheville (9%).

  • How much does a car hire in North Carolina cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in North Carolina costs £244 per week (£35 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in North Carolina cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in North Carolina costs £1,048 per month (£35 per day).

  • Should I hire a car in North Carolina?

    It’s a great idea to get car hire in North Carolina, as it provides you with enhanced flexibility to travel as and when you please. In addition, you’re also able to travel to remote locations, which isn’t always possible with public transport. North Carolina has a varied landscape, from the massive mountains to the beautiful coastline. Having a car hire makes it far easier to reach all the destinations on your bucket list. For example, you’ll be able to go to locations such as Nantahala National Forest, Jacksonville, and Lake Norman.

  • What is driving like in North Carolina?

    Driving in North Carolina is great fun, with there being so much to see and do. With well-maintained roads, it’s easy to travel to one location to the next. The countryside roads are peaceful to drive on, with the majority of drivers adhering to the rules. However, in the cities, you will find that driving becomes more aggressive and chaotic. A good way to deal with this is to remain calm and drive with confidence. There is also lots of room to manoeuvre your car on the roads, with them being wide and spacious. The signposting is also comprehensive, so you should find it easy to navigate to your destination. Remember to drive on the right-hand side of the road, too.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in North Carolina?

    To hire a car in North Carolina, you will need to be at least 21 years of age, with some agencies requiring you to be a minimum of 25. Drivers that are younger than 25 will also need to pay a young person’s surcharge. There is normally an age restriction on certain car categories too. To hire your car, you will need to provide a valid ID, and complete the required paperwork.

Car hire directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in North Carolina

    116 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in North Carolina

    49 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in North Carolina

    31 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in North Carolina

    29 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in North Carolina

    24 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in North Carolina

    23 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car hire locations in North Carolina

    11 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in North Carolina

    8 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in North Carolina

    7 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car hire locations in North Carolina

    6 Locations

  • ace

    Ace car hire locations in North Carolina

    3 Locations

  • acerentalcars

    Ace Rental Cars car hire locations in North Carolina

    3 Locations

Car hire locations in North Carolina

Everything you need to know for your car hire in North Carolina