Cheap Car Rentals at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

Charlottesville, VA, United States - Albemarle (CHO)

13 Feb — 20 Feb

Same drop-off

Mon 13/2

Noon

Mon 20/2

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

What is the cheapest time to rent a car at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?

January

1,780,693 ₫

February

1,757,263 ₫

March

1,850,984 ₫

April

1,804,123 ₫

May

1,663,542 ₫

June

1,874,414 ₫

July

2,155,576 ₫

August

1,944,704 ₫

September

1,663,542 ₫

October

1,874,414 ₫

November

1,944,704 ₫

December

1,991,565 ₫

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

All major car rental suppliers in Charlottesville Albemarle Airport

Enterprise

8.5

Very good

16 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2022

I booked a car through Kayak at 8:00am for a 7:00pm pick up. I received a call 30 minutes before pick up that they had no cars available and they couldn’t remember if they called me earlier to tell me that. So, no car and no time to arrange a car with a different agency.

4.0

Mediocre|May 2022

I did not get the car I expected. The only car available was a KIA Soul, a vehicle that I would not rent if any other vehicles were available.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2021

Our counter person was a delight to work with!

4.0

Mediocre|May 2021

The staff was friendly and helpful. It was very easy to get to the car and then return it.

This was my first time ever renting a car I didn’t really know what to expect, but I was definitely disappointed. Once I got the keys I went to get the car and got in, I immediately noticed it smelled like smoke. It wasn’t unbearable but I wanted to report it because I didn’t want the company to think I had anything to do with it. I went back to inform the guys at the desk but they were all gone. I waited for about 10 minutes or so but no one came back. Fortunately there was a woman at another rental car company desk right there who took my information and said she would give it to the guys in the morning and to not worry about it. While driving the car around over the weekend I had the AC on and it had a mold smell at different times. I’m assuming the air filter needed changed. I’m kind of surprised This happened. I assumed rental car companies would make sure the car was clean and was maintained with new air filters. But perhaps not and this is just how it is. Also, I was incorrectly charged on my credit card and customer service is going to fix it but could not tell me why that happened.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2020

Friendly staff, quick pickup and drop off. Also, a great car.

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2020

Fastest check in and check out ever!

1 out of 6

National

8.3

Very good

7 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Dec 2022

Had to cancel the rental and change travel plans because National does not accept debit for one-way rentals. Extremely inconvenient. Could have been avoided if the website would have made this policy clear when booking. Had no trouble booking a one-way with Avis instead. Thank goodness for them.

6.0

Okay|Mar 2022

Strong smell of smoke in a partially cleaned car. No mechanism to report existing damage. Thankfully none major. Despite airport mask mandate, clerk did not wear one. Important to me traveling with family with lung disease. Will not use same company again if reasonable option exists.

9.6

Wonderful|Dec 2019

Friendly staff, super easy pickup, even super easier drop off.

provide a chauffeur?

9.6

Wonderful|Aug 2019

Very quick and easy process

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2017

The agent was especially helpful!

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2016

First time using this as opposed to going directly through rental car companies. Very easy very affordable and will use again.

1 out of 3

Budget

8.2

Very good

28 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Good price for last minute booking. Got upgrade to SUV for the same price.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Nothing I can think of.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

Most convenient part of the whole trip. Smooth as butter.

8.0

Very good|Mar 2022

Easy pickup and quick drop off

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2022

The staff was excellent, and the pick up/drop off was as easy as 123. I’ll definitely be back!

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

Friendly and quick. Thank you!

1 out of 10

Hertz

7.6

Good

29 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2020

Easy pick up and return

Return location needed more parking.

7.6

Good|Oct 2019

Nice staff. Nice car.

Pick up and drop off needs to be updated

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2019

Customer service for Pick up and drop off great! Professional and friendly

Notice of grace period would be helpful

7.6

Good|May 2019

They didn’t have any cars in the category I requested so they “upgraded” me to a midsize suv that was less efficient for my trip.

5.6

Fair|Feb 2019

The pick up representative was terrible and messed up my reservation

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2018

I rented a Minivan from Hertz through Kayak. The minivan had all the bells and whistles, to include touch screens for the kids and a full length sun roof. My wife and I enjoyed the heated and cooled seats, perfect for our lower backs on a long drive. The comfort of the van made traveling easy with kids.

1 out of 10

Dollar

7.5

Good

8 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2020

Nothing

Information given at time of booking was incorrect and was not able to rent car.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2019

Quick service at counter on both ends of the trip. Car was a short walk from terminal. Very clean. Nice man took care of us. Not one issue. Great experience.

5.6

Fair|Jun 2019

Reserved large SUV, got open bed smaller pickup. Open bed resulted in problems due to three days of rain and I was transporting supplies for wedding and four passengers

10.0

Wonderful|May 2019

Everything was smooth sailing.

6.0

Okay|Jul 2018

Easy pick up and drop off

Car was dirty, maintenance light was on for oil change and filter when we picked it up. Tires were bare causing us to hydroplane during rain storms. Rear view mirror kept falling off.

6.8

Okay|Jun 2018

Dropping off in Charlottesville was not good. Their drop off area was completely full and cars were half-hazardly parked and a few people weren’t sure where to leave the cars. We all ended up just parking in the middle of a row.

1 out of 3

Avis

7.2

Good

9 reviews•2 locations

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8.0

Very good|Oct 2021

First car at pickup reeked with cigarette smoke so bad I couldn’t use it. They did replace with same type vehicle. Was very displeased that the same car rental fee around $25 less per day at their 8 min away location. I couldn’t use them because my flight got in at 3:30 and they closed at 4:00 on Saturdays and they would not leave car for me like Enterprise rental does

7.9

Good|Sep 2021

Cars need to have some sort of navigational system

8.0

Very good|Mar 2021

Staff was friendly

Car was in terrible condition, but it was replaced with a normal car

4.0

Mediocre|Jan 2021

Car was great. Drop off was convenient.

When I got to the desk to pickup they had already closed. I had to ask a police officer to call the manager to come in.

2.8

Poor|Nov 2020

Horrible experience in Virginia. Pick up service was late and gave us a damaged car.

They need to pay more attention to your other branches.

7.2

Good|Sep 2017

There are no signs telling you where to turn on the keys. Turns out you have to go to baggage claim to find the desk. We certainly weren't the only ones walking around in the rain trying to figure that out.

1 out of 3

Easirent

1 location

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Sunnycars

1 location

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Car Rental FAQs

Which car rental providers are at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?

There are 6 car rental providers located at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport. The following companies can be found near the Charlottesville Albemarle Airport car rental counter:
Enterprise (8.5)
National (8.3)
Budget (8.2)
Avis (8.1)
Hertz (7.6)
Dollar (7.5)

Which car rental company is considered to be the best at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise (8.5 rating), National (8.3 rating) and Dollar (7.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport.

How far in advance should I rent a car at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport for the best price?

Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 20% on your car rental. For a below average price at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 90 days in advance.