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Cheap Car Hire in Southampton from $43
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Southampton with a pick-up date of 25/10 and drop-off date of 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Southampton car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Southampton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 August 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.79 |
Average price per day | $64 |
Cheapest price per day | $43 |
Popular car types in Southampton
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 August 2025.
At $43/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Southampton in the past week. Out of 23 car hire agencies operating in Southampton, there are, in total, 43 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:
Economy
$46+
Compact
$52+
Full-size SUV
$101+
Mini
$43+
Premium
$91+
Compact SUV
$48+
Intermediate SUV
$55+
Compare car hire deals in Southampton by type
Here are the best Southampton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Southampton SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Southampton luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Fiat 500$43/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$46/day
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Toyota Corolla$46/day
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Best car hire deals found in Southampton
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of $57. Data was last updated on 27 August 2025.
Fiat 500$43/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$46/day
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Toyota Corolla$46/day
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A/C
Cheapflights insights for Southampton car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Southampton, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Southampton?
To get the best deal on car hire in Southampton, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $60, which is about 20% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Southampton?
In Southampton, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $32.34/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at $37.44/day.
What is the best car rental company in Southampton?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Southampton is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10 with 3 reviews). Alamo (rated 7.9/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton is January, when you can expect to pay $57/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Southampton is July ($99/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.
January
$57
February
$62
March
$62
April
$79
May
$96
June
$94
July
$99
August
$91
September
$77
October
$69
November
$59
December
$79
What car do most people hire in Southampton?
Economy cars (Vauxhall Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Southampton. Full-size (Seat Alhambra) and Passenger van (Seat Alhambra) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Southampton.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 4 locations in Southampton, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire agencies in Southampton
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 27 August 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.0
Alamo
3 locations
National
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
8.6
Sixt
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
6.8
Budget
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Overall
7.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
7.5
keddy by Europcar
3 locations
Avis
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.0
Hertz
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
7.0
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $64/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Budget?
From Budget you can hire a car in Southampton from about $431 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Southampton?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Southampton for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Southampton for a month?
The average cost of a car hire in Southampton for a month is $1,845. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in Southampton for a weekend?
$0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Southampton. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in September, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $63 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Southampton
Browse car hires by fuel type in Southampton. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Southampton. Deals were last updated on 27 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Southampton. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($32+).
Electric
$33+
Hybrid
$33+
Petrol/Diesel
$32+
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