Manchester

Cheap Car Hire in Manchester from £11

Manchester, England, United Kingdom
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Manchester car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Manchester. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of gas per litre

£1.45

Average price per day

£33

Cheapest price per day

£11

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Manchester?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Manchester and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

£18

February

£21

March

£24

April

£32

May

£34

June

£36

July

£40

August

£36

September

£30

October

£26

November

£22

December

£31

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Manchester is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Manchester

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Manchester and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are, in total, 71 car hire locations in Manchester that are operated by 27 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £11/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Manchester hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Manchester

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Manchester to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

£17 - £40

All Car Types

£30 - £77

To hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £30/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£40/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a small car saves you 44% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £62/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£90/day). In fact, January is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a medium car is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £88/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£110/day). In fact, January is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a large car is 38% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £55/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£83/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a SUV is 0% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £98/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£145/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a van is 44% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £110/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£151/day). In fact, January is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a luxury car is 51% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Manchester luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £153/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~£74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£425/day). In fact, May is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, hiring a convertible is 65% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Fiat 500£11/day
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A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Aygo£12/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£13/day
4
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Hyundai i10

Top hire agencies in Manchester

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Manchester known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Manchester. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Manchester, including Firefly, Budget and keddy by Europcar in Manchester. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Firefly

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

keddy by Europcar

8 locations

Hertz

7.8
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.1

Europcar

7.5
Good
15 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.3
Fair
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.4

Avis

5.1
Fair
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.9

GREEN MOTION

4.8
Mediocre
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.5

Best Manchester car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Manchester. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Manchester with an average daily rate of £23. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Peruse the best Manchester car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Fiat 500£11/day
2
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A/C
Fiat 500
Toyota Aygo£12/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Hyundai i10£13/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i10

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Manchester, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Manchester?

    UK residents 21 years or older should provide proof of address along with a valid driver’s licence to obtain hire cars in Manchester. EU nationals must have an unexpired domestic licence and national identity card, but if you are visiting from North America or Asia, then you’ll also need an International Driving Permit for a car hire in Manchester. Enterprise, Europcar and GREEN MOTION are three providers that have car hire locations in Manchester, such as at Manchester Airport (MAN), where payment can be made via debit or credit card.

  • What are the rules for driving in Manchester?

    In the UK, drive your car hire in Manchester on the left-hand side, all front and rear occupants must engage their seatbelts and a suitable hands-free device for mobile use is needed when behind the wheel. Traffic and motion cameras are everywhere in this city; acceptable speeds are approximately 30 mph around the city, 60 mph in areas beyond city limits and 70 mph on motorways. The legal blood alcohol level is 0.08%, so choose a designated driver or get a taxi to your destination if you’re planning on drinking. It’s a good idea to check with the Manchester department of motor vehicles for any recent law changes. Keeping your car hire papers in the glove box is another great tip when driving cheap car hires in Manchester.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Manchester?

    For parties of two or less, an economy car hire like the Fiat 600 or Suzuki Vitara/Escudo are cheap car hires in Manchester recommended for discovering the downtown area. Luxury car hires in Manchester, including the Volvo S80 and Jaguar XE, offer suave comfort, style and more legroom than compacts. Passenger van hires, such as the Toyota Verso and Ford S-Max, on the other hand, provide maximum seating and storage capacity, fit for groups of friends and families.

  • Where are the best places to park in Manchester?

    Parking in the city of Manchester is zoned (1-4) and a bit expensive, so consider commuting in for a day of sightseeing or retail therapy. If you have a car hire in Manchester for attending special events, then you should expect to pay about £3/hour in Zone 1 and around £1/hour in Zone 4. There are approximately 15 city car parks where you can leave hire cars in Manchester, at locations including Chinatown and Northern Quarter. All city parking is pay and display from Monday-Sunday, 08:00-20:00, and on-street parking is free for disabled passengers.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Manchester?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £33/day when booking a car hire in Manchester. The absolute best deal a user found was for £11/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Manchester?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Manchester from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (£11/day), GREEN MOTION (£17/day), and keddy by Europcar (£19/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Manchester?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Manchester.

  • What are petrol prices like in Manchester?

    The average price of petrol in Manchester is £1.45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £65 and £94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Manchester for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    From DRIVALIA you can hire a car in Manchester from about £122 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Manchester for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 48% on your car hire. For a below average price in Manchester, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Manchester?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Manchester.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Manchester for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 78% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Manchester can cost you on average £521 a month or £17 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Manchester for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Manchester, you can expect the average price to be around £54. Usually a Mini hire in Manchester is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for April, it will cost approximately £37 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Manchester?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Manchester is Economy (Volkswagen Polo) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Manchester

Find small car hire deals in Manchester from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Manchester cost an average of £15 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Fiat 500£11/day
2
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A/C
Fiat 500
Hyundai i10£11/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Ford Ka£11/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ka

Car hires by fuel type in Manchester

Browse car hires by fuel type in Manchester. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Manchester. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Manchester. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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