
Cheap Car Hire in London Heathrow Airport from £12
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 Heathrow Airport with a pick-up date of 19/6 and drop-off date of 16/7. 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 Heathrow Airport car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in London Heathrow Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | GREENMOTION |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | £41 |
Cheapest price per day | £12 |
Popular car types in London Heathrow Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in London Heathrow 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.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire at London Heathrow Airport this past week from 384 hire locations out of 47 hire agencies. Prices for a London Heathrow Airport small car hire start from £12/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
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Best car hire deals found at London Heathrow Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in London Heathrow Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in London Heathrow Airport with an average daily rate of £19. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Cheapflights insights for London Heathrow Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in London Heathrow Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at London Heathrow Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at London Heathrow Airport, book about 16 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £13, which is about 58% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company at London Heathrow Airport?
GREEN MOTION is currently the cheapest car hire company at London Heathrow Airport with deals as low as £11.33/day found in the past two weeks. SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £11.41/day.
What is the best car hire company at London Heathrow Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at London Heathrow Airport is GREEN MOTION (rated 5.4/10 with 46 reviews). Europcar (rated 8.3/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at London Heathrow Airport?
Planning to hire a car at London Heathrow Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about £15 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £31. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£15
February
£18
March
£19
April
£22
May
£18
June
£21
July
£23
August
£24
September
£21
October
£19
November
£18
December
£31
What car do most people hire at London Heathrow Airport?
SUV cars (Ford Kuga or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting London Heathrow Airport. Intermediate cars (Skoda Octavia or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Ford Focus Sedan or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at London Heathrow Airport?
GREEN MOTION has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations at London Heathrow Airport at 3.
Top hire agencies in London Heathrow Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in London Heathrow Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in London Heathrow Airport. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London Heathrow Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
What are the requirements to hire a car in Heathrow?
For travellers searching for car hire in Heathrow, you’ll have a plethora of options to choose from. Like car hire in much of the UK, you’ll usually need to be 23 or over, and there may be a surcharge for anyone under 25, with age restrictions for certain vehicles. For car hire in Heathrow, a full valid driving licence is a must, as well as your passport and a debit or credit card. Occasionally, non-EU residents are asked to show their proof of return travel. For anyone thinking of using their hire car to leave the UK via the Channel, it’s best to check with the car hire supplier, as you may need an international driving permit.
What are the rules for driving in Heathrow?
If you’re hiring a car from Heathrow, you’ll follow the same driving rules as the rest of the UK, driving on the left side of the road. Drivers and all passengers using car hire in Heathrow must wear a seatbelt at all times. For car hire where children are also in the car: legally, anyone under the age of 12 or shorter than 135 cm must be in a car seat. It’s best to ask for one when reserving your hire vehicle. Speed limits are displayed in miles per hour; in urban areas, these vary between 20-30 mph (32-48 km/h), whereas on roads with a single lane in each direction, limits are 60 mph (96 km/h). On motorways, the limit is 70 mph (113 km/h). For anyone heading to London, be aware that all cars must pay a daily congestion zone charge between 07:00 and 22:00 of around £15.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Heathrow?
The type of car you’ll choose to hire will depend entirely on your needs. The roads in and around Heathrow and further afield in the UK are excellent, and drivers are respectful. Many travellers using car hire in Heathrow opt for an economy car if they’re heading to cities close by, but you may be using Heathrow as a base to explore the rest of the UK. Almost every type of vehicle is available to hire at Heathrow, so whether you’re seeking an SUV, an electric car or a passenger van, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with all the major car hire companies present.
What are the best places to park in Heathrow?
If you need to park your hire car at Heathrow, there are plenty of car parks and multi-storey car parks to choose from, whether you want a long or short stay parking spot. Where you pick up and drop off your hire car in Heathrow will depend on the car hire company, so it’s best to check their requirements. The closest off-site parking to Heathrow Airport (LHR) is Purple Parking’s multi-storey car park and NCP Flightpath (for Terminal 2 and 3), around a mile away. There is a long-stay car park at Heathrow, which you can use for free for up to two hours.
What is the cheapest hire car found at London Heathrow Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire at London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at London Heathrow Airport. The following companies can be found near the London Heathrow Airport car hire counter:keddy by Europcar (10.0)Europcar (8.3)Alamo (8.3)Sixt (7.8)Avis (7.7)National (7.5)Hertz (7.4)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2)Budget (6.9)GREEN MOTION (5.4)
How much does it cost to hire a car at London Heathrow Airport for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
Hiring a car at London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from London Heathrow Airport it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car at London Heathrow Airport for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire at London Heathrow Airport is £897 (£30/day) on average.
Car hires by fuel type in London Heathrow Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in London Heathrow Airport. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in London Heathrow Airport. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in London Heathrow Airport. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£13+).