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  • from $62 per day
  • 8.8 top rated · National

A rental car here costs $130 a day on average, about $913 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $132 a day. Alamo is the cheapest for a small car, about $63 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

  • In the terminal: 5
  • Free cancellation: 7 of 7
  • Debit card accepted: 2 of 7
  • National
  • Alamo
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • +1

Where to pick up in Charlottesville

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Charlottesville Airport · 13 km Airport 7 $63 19 min

Car rental prices in Charlottesville by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage, Chevrolet Spark, Ford Fiesta 7 $62
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Soul 7 $64
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Tesla Model X 7 $66
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima 7 $70
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 6 $70
Small SUV Jeep Renegade 3 $70
Medium SUV Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4, Chevrolet Equinox 7 $76 $115
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Explorer 5 $135 $156
SUV Ford Flex 1 $130
Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango 5 $96
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 2 $250
Premium Nissan Maxima 1 $83
Small or medium truck Ford F-150, Nissan Frontier 2 $100

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Charlottesville Alamo

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $62/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Charlottesville Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $63/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Charlottesville Alamo

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $64/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car in Charlottesville Hertz

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $172/day
Kia Rio rental car in Charlottesville Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $173/day
Hyundai Venue rental car in Charlottesville Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $173/day
Kia Soul rental car in Charlottesville Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $173/day

Convertible car rental Charlottesville

Car rental companies in Charlottesville

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

National

In the terminal Daily 08:00–23:59 24 min wait Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $89/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.1

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop, Charlottesville, 22911 9008, VA
8449341095

Alamo

23 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $64/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop, Charlottesville, 22911, VA
8449341095

Enterprise

Daily 08:00–23:59 21 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $80/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop, Charlottesville, 22911 9008, VA
8449341096

Hertz

In the terminal Daily 08:00–23:00 14 min wait Credit and debit cards
7.3
Very good 2000+ reviews
from $94/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.9 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 7.2 Pick-up process 6.7 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop #200, Charlottesville, Va, 22911, VA
4342081295

Avis

In the terminal Mon–Fri 08:00–23:59 · Sat–Sun 09:00–23:59 18 min wait Credit card only
7.1
Very good 5000+ reviews
from $154/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 7.2 Pick-up process 6.8 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop - Ste 102, Charlottesville, 22911, VA
434-973-6000

Budget

In the terminal Mon–Fri 08:00–23:59 · Sat–Sun 09:00–23:59 15 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $154/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.5 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 6.8 Pick-up process 6.1 Drop-off process 8.0

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop - Ste 102, 100 Bowen Loop Suite 102, Charlottesville, 22911, VA
434-973-3079

Dollar

In the terminal Daily 10:00–22:59 15 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $63/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.3 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar at Charlottesville Airport
100 Bowen Loop, Suite 100, Charlottesville, VA, United States, 22911
(866) 434-2226

Rental conditions in Charlottesville

Based on 7 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $25–$35 a day extra (Hertz, Alamo and Budget).
Debit card Accepted by 2 of 7 suppliers: Hertz and Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 5 of 7 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 7 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (3 suppliers)
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Tesla Model X, from $549 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (4 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (4 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (2 suppliers).
Included in the price Taxes, Airport fee
Extras GPS (7 suppliers), Infant seat (7 suppliers), Child seat (7 suppliers), Booster seat (7 suppliers), Ski rack (3 suppliers), Winter tires (1 supplier)
Special offers Pre-registration available (3 suppliers)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Charlottesville: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Hertz to 24 min at National.

For a small car, Alamo is the cheapest at about $63 a day and is rated 8.7 out of 10. National is rated 8.8 and costs about $86.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 7 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $25 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Charlottesville: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Charlottesville?
Car rental in Charlottesville starts from $62 per day, and the average price is $130 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $391 for a 3-day weekend and $913 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Charlottesville?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Charlottesville over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $132 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Charlottesville?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Charlottesville over the last 12 months:
  • Dollar
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Charlottesville?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Charlottesville are:
  • National: rated 8.8/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $116 per day
  • Alamo: rated 8.7/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $132 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 8.4/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $105 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Charlottesville?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Charlottesville are:
  • Alamo: about $63 per day
  • Dollar: about $65 per day
  • Enterprise: about $78 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Charlottesville?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: National, Hertz and Avis
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Charlottesville and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Charlottesville?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Charlottesville is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Charlottesville:
  • Alamo: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Hertz: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Budget: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Charlottesville with a debit card?
Rental companies in Charlottesville typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Charlottesville: Hertz and Dollar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Charlottesville offer unlimited mileage?
7 rental companies in Charlottesville include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them National, Alamo and Enterprise. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Charlottesville?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Charlottesville are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Alamo, Hertz and Avis.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Charlottesville?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Charlottesville include Alamo. The cheapest is Alamo, from $549 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

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