Cheap Car Rentals in London from $38
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 London with a pick-up date of 16/9 and drop-off date of 13/10. 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.
London car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in London. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 July 2025.
Most popular company | GREENMOTION |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $3.05 |
Average price per day | $56 |
Cheapest price per day | $38 |
Popular car types in London
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in London and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 July 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in London this past week from 387 hire locations out of 47 hire agencies. Prices for a London small car hire start from $38/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$39+
Compact
$42+
Intermediate
$52+
Mini
$38+
Premium
$99+
Luxury
$98+
Compact SUV
$49+
Intermediate SUV
$51+
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Here are the best London small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Best car rental deals found in London
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in London. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in London with an average daily rate of $54. Data was last updated on 14 July 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in London. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Cheapflights insights for London car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in London, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in London?
Book your rental car in London 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $50/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 29% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in London?
DRIVALIA is currently the cheapest car hire company in London with deals as low as $26.29/day found in the past two weeks. GREEN MOTION is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $27.72/day.
What is the best car rental company in London?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in London is Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 51 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.6/10 with 31 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in London?
At London, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $45. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $83 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 London, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $45. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $83 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$45
February
$47
March
$52
April
$67
May
$72
June
$73
July
$82
August
$70
September
$60
October
$55
November
$53
December
$83
What car do most people hire in London?
The most popular types of cars to hire in London are the following: Economy cars (Renault Clio or similar), Compact cars (Vauxhall Astra or similar), and Intermediate cars (Skoda Octavia or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in London?
keddy by Europcar has 39 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in London at 26.
Top rental agencies in London
Explore the leading car hire agencies in London known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in London. Reviews were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving London, such as Budget, Hertz and Easirent. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in London?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $56/day when booking a car hire in London. The absolute best deal a user found was for $35/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 6.
How much does it cost to hire a car in London for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
Hiring a car in London for a week can be a great option for travel. GREEN MOTION , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $375/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in London?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For London however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in London for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in London can be found for about $1,607, with the average price for a rental being around $54 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 47% less compared to the average price of car rentals in London.
How much is a car hire in London for a weekend?
It costs $63 for a weekend car hire in London, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in London in August, prices are $63 per day on average.
Car rentals by fuel type in London
Browse car rentals by fuel type in London. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in London. Deals were last updated on 14 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in London. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($31+).
Electric
$31+
Hybrid
$45+
Petrol/Diesel
$35+