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Cheap Car Hire in United Kingdom from $31
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 22/9 and drop-off date of 6/10. 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 2025
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 24 July 2025.
Most popular company | Turo |
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Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $57 |
Cheapest price per day | $31 |
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 24 July 2025.
There are currently 3,921 hire locations operating in United Kingdom spread across 82 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in United Kingdom is small car at $31 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$33+
Compact
$35+
Intermediate
$41+
Standard
$63+
People mover
$66+
Full-size SUV
$91+
Mini
$31+
Premium
$65+
Compare car hire deals in United Kingdom by type
Here are the best United Kingdom small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best United Kingdom medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best United Kingdom SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best United Kingdom van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best United Kingdom luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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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 $42. Data was last updated on 24 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in United Kingdom, including locations near London, Manchester and Edinburgh. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
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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 $52/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 21% 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 DRIVALIA , offering prices from just $18.69/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at $19.75/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 $44. 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 $44. 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
$44
February
$50
March
$56
April
$74
May
$73
June
$74
July
$80
August
$73
September
$61
October
$60
November
$54
December
$70
Which car hire company has the most locations in United Kingdom?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 497 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 437.
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 1,398 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 July 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in United Kingdom, Glasgow is the cheapest city to hire a car ($28/day). Other popular cities in United Kingdom to get a cheap car hire are: Manchester ($33/day), Newcastle upon Tyne ($33/day), and Southampton ($34/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 24 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in United Kingdom, including those that serve London, Manchester and Edinburgh. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
181 reviews•497 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.9
Budget
167 reviews•120 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
6.9
Sixt
162 reviews•116 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
7.0
Europcar
246 reviews•241 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
6.7
Hertz
128 reviews•162 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.7
Overall
6.8
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.5
Easirent
129 reviews•89 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.4
Overall
5.2
Pick-up/drop-off
5.3
Value
5.4
Avis
60 reviews•99 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.1
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
7.7
Arnold Clark
9 reviews•74 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.3
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 24 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in United Kingdom?
The most popular car hire company at United Kingdom is DRIVALIA . With prices on ECONOMY starting at $19/day about 188% more people book with DRIVALIA 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 Nottingham where rental cars typically will cost around $38/day (43% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in United Kingdom was found in York for just $28/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, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on 24 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($26+).
Electric
$26+
Hybrid
$36+
Petrol/Diesel
$40+