United Kingdom

Cheap Car Rentals in United Kingdom from $26

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 10/11 and drop-off date of 12/11. 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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United Kingdom car rentals 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 26 October 2025.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$54

Cheapest price per day

$26

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 26 October 2025.

There are 85 hire agencies servicing United Kingdom. These agencies, altogether, have 3,969 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in United Kingdom with prices from $26 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in United Kingdom:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compare car rental 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 large 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:

Holden Spark$26/day
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Holden Spark
Holden Spark$27/day
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Holden Spark
Nissan Versa$27/day
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Nissan Versa

Best car rental 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 $44. Data was last updated on 26 October 2025.
Holden Spark$26/day
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Holden Spark
Holden Spark$27/day
2
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Holden Spark
Nissan Versa$27/day
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A/C
Nissan Versa

Cheapflights insights for the United Kingdom car rentals

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 rental car in United Kingdom 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $64/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom?

U-Save is currently the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom with deals as low as $20.71/day found in the past two weeks. DRIVALIA is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $22.41/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in United Kingdom?

The cheapest month to hire a car in United Kingdom is January, when you can expect to pay $51/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in United Kingdom is August ($103/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$51

February

$55

March

$66

April

$83

May

$84

June

$85

July

$99

August

$103

September

$80

October

$76

November

$67

December

$89

What car do most people hire in United Kingdom?

Economy cars (Opel Corsa 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 Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in United Kingdom?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 506 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 436.

What are the car rental 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 1,396 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 October 2025.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in United Kingdom, start with Manchester, where rates average $31/day. You can also find good prices in London ($36/day), Edinburgh ($39/day), and Birmingham ($62/day).

Top rental 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 26 October 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
184 reviews506 locations

Budget

7.4
Good
168 reviews120 locations

Sixt

7.4
Good
165 reviews117 locations

Europcar

6.8
Okay
251 reviews239 locations

Hertz

6.4
Okay
130 reviews155 locations

Easirent

5.0
Fair
129 reviews89 locations

Avis

8.0
Very Good
60 reviews96 locations

Arnold Clark

9.6
Wonderful
9 reviews74 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United Kingdom, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 October 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 $22/day about 191% more people book with DRIVALIA than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United Kingdom?

    At $29/day, the cheapest car rental price in United Kingdom was found in London. On average, Cambridge has the cheapest daily rental car price ($41/day), which is 28% below average price for cities in United Kingdom.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in United Kingdom?

    In United Kingdom, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom

Browse car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on 26 October 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($22+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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