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Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham, Alabama from £23
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 1/9 and drop-off date of 8/9. 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, AL car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Birmingham, AL. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Most popular company | ENTERPRISE |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.69 |
Average price per day | £76 |
Cheapest price per day | £23 |
Popular car types in Birmingham, AL
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Birmingham, AL and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
There are currently 30 hire locations operating in Birmingham spread across 12 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Birmingham is medium car at £23 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
£25+
Compact
£25+
Intermediate
£23+
Standard
£29+
Full-size
£27+
People carrier
£45+
Full-size SUV
£38+
Pick-up truck
£68+
Compare car hire deals in Birmingham, AL by type
Here are the best Birmingham small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Birmingham medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Birmingham large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Birmingham SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Birmingham van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Peugeot 208£25/day
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Volkswagen Taigo£25/day
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Best car hire deals found in Birmingham
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Birmingham, AL. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham, AL with an average daily rate of £33. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Skoda Octavia£23/day
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Nissan Micra£25/day
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Skoda Scala£25/day
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Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Birmingham, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Birmingham?
To get the best deal on car hire in Birmingham, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £33, which is about 36% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Birmingham?
In Birmingham, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just £23.53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Avis, with rates starting at £25.80/day.
What is the best car rental company in Birmingham?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Birmingham is Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 31 reviews). Avis (rated 5.5/10 with 49 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Birmingham?
Planning to hire a car in Birmingham? January is the cheapest month, costing about £30 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £44. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£30
February
£33
March
£38
April
£43
May
£44
June
£40
July
£43
August
£37
September
£37
October
£42
November
£39
December
£34
What car do most people hire in Birmingham?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Birmingham are the following: Full-size cars (GMC Yukon or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar), and Passenger van cars (Ford Transit or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Birmingham?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Birmingham at 4.
Top hire agencies in Birmingham, AL
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham, AL known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham, AL. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Budget
31 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
6.4
Avis
49 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.7
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.5
Pick-up/drop-off
5.7
Value
5.7
Hertz
42 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.1
Comfort
5.6
Overall
4.9
Pick-up/drop-off
5.2
Value
5.3
National
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
12 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
7.7
Alamo
11 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.7
Value
7.9
Dollar
18 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.5
Payless
11 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
5.9
Comfort
5.6
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
5.9
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, AL, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £76/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for £50/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?
From Enterprise Rent-A-Car you can hire a car in Birmingham from about £587 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Birmingham?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Birmingham for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Birmingham for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in Birmingham can be found for £2,516. You can find car hire deals to be on average £84 a day.
How much is a car hire in Birmingham for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Birmingham are typically £66 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to £66. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in September to be on average £0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Birmingham, AL
Browse car hires by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham, AL. Deals were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Birmingham, AL. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£49+).
Electric
£49+
Hybrid
£53+
Petrol/Diesel
£54+