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Cardiff car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cardiff. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 July 2026.

Most popular company

USAVE

Price of petrol per litre

$3.43

Average price per day

$36

Cheapest price per day

$32
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Cheapflights insights for Cardiff car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cardiff, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Cardiff?

Book your rental car in Cardiff 67 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $63/day on average when booked 67 days ahead, which saves you 35% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Cardiff?

Looking to hire a car in Cardiff? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $25.66/day. Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $25.96/day.

What is the best car rental company in Cardiff?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cardiff is Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 3 reviews). Hertz (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
9.7
Hertz
Hertz
9.0
Sixt
Sixt
7.3
Dollar
Dollar
5.9

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cardiff?

At Cardiff, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $58. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $98 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Cardiff, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $58. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $98 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$58

February

$72

March

$74

April

$89

May

$87

June

$92

July

$98

August

$92

September

$84

October

$74

November

$62

December

$80

What car do most people hire in Cardiff?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cardiff. SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Class Luxury Van or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cardiff?

In Cardiff, Avis, YourRent, and Budget have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Cardiff

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cardiff known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cardiff. Reviews were last updated on 17 July 2026.

Budget

9.7
Wonderful
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Sixt

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Dollar

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.6
Mediocre
3 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.6

keddy by Europcar

5 locations
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Avis

2 locations
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YourRent

2 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cardiff, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cardiff?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $36/day when booking a car hire in Cardiff. The absolute best deal a user found was for $32/day from U-Save, booked on Jul. 11.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cardiff for a week from U-Save?

    U-Save offers hire cars in Cardiff for about $253 per week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Cardiff for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cardiff for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Cardiff is $1,085 ($36/day) on average.

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