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Cheap Car Hire in London Gatwick Airport from £11

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 Gatwick Airport with a pick-up date of 18/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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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London Gatwick Airport car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in London Gatwick Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

USAVE

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£35

Cheapest price per day

£11

Popular car types in London Gatwick Airport

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in London Gatwick Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

At £11/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire at London Gatwick Airport in the past week. Out of 47 car hire agencies operating at London Gatwick Airport, there are, in total, 384 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Premium estate car

Premium estate car

Compare car hire deals at London Gatwick Airport by type

Here are the best London Gatwick Airport small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London Gatwick Airport medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London Gatwick Airport large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best London Gatwick Airport SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto£11/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Polestar 2£13/day
4
M
A/C
Polestar 2
Opel Corsa£14/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa

Best car hire deals found at London Gatwick Airport

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in London Gatwick Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in London Gatwick Airport with an average daily rate of £20. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Audi Q2£18/day
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M
A/C
Audi Q2
Kia EV6£18/day
4
M
A/C
Kia EV6
Opel Corsa£14/day
2
M
A/C
Opel Corsa

Cheapflights insights for London Gatwick Airport car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car at London Gatwick Airport?

Book your car hire at London Gatwick Airport 21 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £12/day on average when booked 21 days ahead, which saves you 56% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company at London Gatwick Airport?

Looking to hire a car at London Gatwick Airport? U-Save had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £9.46/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £11.28/day.

What is the best car hire company at London Gatwick Airport?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at London Gatwick Airport is DRIVALIA (rated 8.0/10). Budget (rated 7.4/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car at London Gatwick Airport?

Planning to hire a car at London Gatwick Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about £14 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £26. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£14

February

£15

March

£17

April

£21

May

£17

June

£18

July

£22

August

£22

September

£18

October

£17

November

£15

December

£26

What car do most people hire at London Gatwick Airport?

Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting London Gatwick Airport. SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations at London Gatwick Airport?

keddy by Europcar has 6 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations at London Gatwick Airport at 4.

Top hire agencies in London Gatwick Airport

Explore the leading car hire agencies in London Gatwick Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in London Gatwick Airport. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.

DRIVALIA

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Budget

7.4
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Europcar

6.1
Okay
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

keddy by Europcar

6.0
Okay
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Avis

6.0
Okay
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

Easirent

5.4
Fair
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

4.8

Hertz

4.8
Mediocre
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

4.8

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London Gatwick Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car at Gatwick?

    Car hire in Gatwick will essentially fall into the Crawley, West Sussex region, as Gatwick (LGW) is a large airport within that area, as opposed to a city or town. In order to get cheap car hire at Gatwick, you will need some documentation. As a British citizen, you will be able to use your usual valid driver’s licence. You will also need some additional photographic identification, such as a passport. Make sure you have insurance and an international credit card with sufficient funds for the transaction and you will be on your way in no time.

  • What are the rules for driving near Gatwick?

    When driving with your hired car in Gatwick and the surrounding areas, you will be driving on the left-hand side of the road. Certain London areas have a congestion charge to enter the main city, so make sure you check with the local motor vehicle authority for updates on this and other road rules. All passengers will need to be buckled up at all times, and children under 1.5 metres in height will require an appropriate car seat. Bus lanes are marked with a blue line and need to be avoided at all times, and you must stay under the blood alcohol limit of 0.08%. With your car hire from Gatwick, you will encounter many roundabouts. Always give way to traffic entering from the right.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving near Gatwick?

    Gatwick car hires are a suitable way to see this busy British area with enough autonomy to enjoy the sights at your leisure. You will find this part of England has well-maintained roads that are easy to get around, with ample signage and familiar rules of the road. Economy car hire or passenger car hire from Gatwick are a great way to travel. Fuel saving and easy to drive, you will find that zipping around central urban areas or even the surrounding countryside is easily handled. Car hire from Gatwick offers the vehicle for any business or leisure trip.

  • Where are some of the best places to park at or near Gatwick?

    If you are planning on parking your cheap car hire in Gatwick at the airport, you can expect to pay higher than usual prices due to the high traffic volume. Roughly £12 per hour is standard, but you will have the luxury of a covered, professional car park that enables you to leave your car as long as you like. Their official long-stay prices start at around £165. If you are staying in Crawley, it is advised you find an official car park, as airport parkers do not have priority in the urban parts of the town. Crawley Parkside is probably a wise place to leave your Gatwick car hire in terms of connections to public transportation. Prices start at about £1.60 per hour, and it is open 24 hours a day.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found at London Gatwick Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire at London Gatwick Airport. The absolute best deal a user found was for £8/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

  • Which car hire providers are at London Gatwick Airport?

    There are 10 car hire providers located at London Gatwick Airport. The following companies can be found near the London Gatwick Airport car hire counter:U-Save (10.0)DRIVALIA (8.0)Budget (7.4)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3)Europcar (6.1)Avis (6.0)National (6.0)Sixt (6.0)keddy by Europcar (6.0)Easirent (5.4)

  • How much does it cost to hire a car at London Gatwick Airport for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    Hiring a car at London Gatwick Airport 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 £209/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at London Gatwick Airport?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at London Gatwick Airport.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at London Gatwick Airport for a month?

    Our recent data shows that GREEN MOTION can potentially be 86% below the average car hire price at London Gatwick Airport. Check prices and availability for GREEN MOTION and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle at London Gatwick Airport is on average £897 a month or £30 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your London Gatwick Airport car hire.

Car hires by fuel type in London Gatwick Airport

Browse car hires by fuel type in London Gatwick Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in London Gatwick Airport. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in London Gatwick Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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