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Cheap Car Hire in United Kingdom from $16
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 the United Kingdom with a pick-up date of 23/10 and drop-off date of 26/10. 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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United Kingdom car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in United Kingdom. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2026.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $43 |
Cheapest price per day | $16 |
Popular car types in United Kingdom
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in United Kingdom and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 October 2026.
There are currently 4,319 hire locations operating in United Kingdom spread across 161 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in United Kingdom is small car at $16 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$14+
Compact
$18+
Intermediate
$26+
Standard
$40+
Full-size
$145+
People mover
$56+
Full-size SUV
$61+
Mini
$13+
Best car hire deals found in United Kingdom
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in United Kingdom. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in United Kingdom with an average daily rate of $30. Data was last updated on 9 October 2026.
Mitsubishi Mirage$16/day
MG 3$16/day
Mazda Mazda3$18/day
Cheapflights insights for the United Kingdom car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in the United Kingdom, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in United Kingdom?
Book your car hire in United Kingdom 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $51/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 19% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom?
In United Kingdom, the most affordable car hire company right now is GREEN MOTION , offering prices from just $9.18/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is DRIVALIA , with rates starting at $16.22/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in United Kingdom?
At United Kingdom, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $80 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In United Kingdom, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $43. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $80 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$43
February
$52
March
$55
April
$63
May
$69
June
$65
July
$80
August
$77
September
$61
October
$57
November
$49
December
$70
What car do most people hire in United Kingdom?
SUV cars (Ford Explorer or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting United Kingdom. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in United Kingdom?
Avis has 89 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 1.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United Kingdom?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across United Kingdom, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 110 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2026.
Out of all the popular cities in United Kingdom, Liverpool is the cheapest city to hire a car ($22/day). Other popular cities in United Kingdom to get a cheap car hire are: London ($24/day), Manchester ($25/day), and Leeds ($32/day).
Top hire agencies in United Kingdom
Explore the leading car hire agencies in United Kingdom known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in United Kingdom. Reviews were last updated on 9 October 2026.
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Reviews
Locations
Avis
66 reviews•89 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.8
Recent reviews
10.0
|Oct 2024Car hire prices in UK are some of the most expensive on the world
10.0
|Sept 2023Young man at dropoff (Kasper?) was very engaging and friendly. He made that easy.
10.0
|Sept 2023Quick and easy. Staff very helpful.
10.0
|May 2023Excellent setvice at both rnds of our rental
10.0
|May 2023Friendly, helpful.
10.0
|May 2023Car was great and staff were friendly. Pick up and drop off we’re fast and painless.
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Avis Locations in United Kingdom
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NextCar
1 location
NextCar Locations in United Kingdom
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Choice Vehicle Rentals Ltd
5 locations
Choice Vehicle Rentals Ltd Locations in United Kingdom
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Navcar
1 location
Navcar Locations in United Kingdom
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Easihire
5 locations
Easihire Locations in United Kingdom
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Strafford
1 location
Strafford Locations in United Kingdom
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JP Vehicle Rentals
7 locations
JP Vehicle Rentals Locations in United Kingdom
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Southern Self Drive
1 location
Southern Self Drive Locations in United Kingdom
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United Kingdom, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in United Kingdom?
The most popular car hire company at United Kingdom is GREEN MOTION . With prices on ECONOMY starting at $10/day about 161% more people book with GREEN MOTION than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United Kingdom?
When visiting United Kingdom, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Newcastle upon Tyne where rental cars typically will cost around $45/day (32% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in United Kingdom was found in London for just $22/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in United Kingdom?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in United Kingdom.
Car hires by fuel type in United Kingdom
Browse car hires by fuel type in United Kingdom. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on 9 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($15+).
Electric
$17+
Hybrid
$15+
Petrol/Diesel
$36+
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