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Cheap Car Rentals in Birmingham from $41

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 Birmingham with a pick-up date of 19/11 and drop-off date of 21/11. 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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Birmingham car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Birmingham. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$2.89

Average price per day

$97

Cheapest price per day

$41

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Birmingham?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

January

$39

February

$47

March

$54

April

$62

May

$70

June

$69

July

$72

August

$77

September

$64

October

$57

November

$47

December

$64

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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.

Popular car types in Birmingham

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Birmingham and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

In Birmingham, there are 84 active hire locations from 29 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Birmingham in the past week - currently priced from $41/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Birmingham to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

Small cars

$25 - $77

All Car Types

$25 - $85

To hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $48/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$25/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$77/day). In fact, January is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a small car saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Birmingham small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $35/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$101/day). In fact, October is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a medium car saves you 36% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $42/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$100/day). In fact, November is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, hiring a SUV saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Birmingham SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$41/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Yaris$43/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top rental agencies in Birmingham

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham. Reviews were last updated on 21 October 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis in Birmingham. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.3

Easirent

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

9.7
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.4

keddy by Europcar

7 locations

DRIVALIA

2 locations

Hertz

6.6
Okay
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Europcar

6.0
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Best Birmingham car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Birmingham. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham with an average daily rate of $77. Data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Birmingham we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Suzuki Swift$41/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Yaris$43/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Kia Sportage$50/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Sportage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $97/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for $97/day from Alamo, booked on Oct. 13.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Birmingham?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Alamo (9.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Birmingham.

  • What are petrol prices like in Birmingham?

    The average price of petrol in Birmingham is $2.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $130 and $187 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Birmingham. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $680 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Birmingham for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 55%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Birmingham.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Birmingham?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Birmingham however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much is a car hire in Birmingham for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Birmingham, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Mini hire in Birmingham is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for November, it will cost approximately $88 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

    The most popular car to hire while in Birmingham is the Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle.

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Van rentals in Birmingham

Find van hire deals in Birmingham from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Birmingham cost an average of $203 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Birmingham, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Volkswagen Sharan$201/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$202/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$202/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan

Car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 21 October 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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