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Cheap Car Hire in Margate 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 Margate with a pick-up date of 15/4 and drop-off date of 29/4. 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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Margate car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Margate. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 April 2026.

Most popular company

1FIRSTCARRENTAL

Price of gas per litre

£0.90

Average price per day

£13

Cheapest price per day

£12
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Popular car types in Margate

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Margate and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 April 2026.
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There are currently 11 hire locations operating in Margate spread across 9 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Margate is small car at £12 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

£12+

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Compact

Compact

£17+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

£15+

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Full-size

Full-size

£61+

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SUV

SUV

£35+

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People carrier

People carrier

£32+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

£55+

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Premium

Premium

£50+

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Compare car hire deals in Margate by type

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

Hyundai Ioniq£12/day
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Hyundai Ioniq
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Honda Civic£17/day
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Honda Civic
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Seat Ibiza£18/day
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Seat Ibiza
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Best car hire deals found in Margate

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Margate. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Margate with an average daily rate of £32. Data was last updated on 7 April 2026.
Hyundai Ioniq£12/day
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Hyundai Ioniq
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Kia Optima£15/day
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Kia Optima
Found 04/05/26
Audi Q2£17/day
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Audi Q2
Found 04/05/26

Cheapflights insights for Margate car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Margate?

Book your car hire in Margate 52 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £10/day on average when booked 52 days ahead, which saves you 70% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Margate?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Margate is Bluu (rated 10.0/10). keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Bluu
Bluu
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Avis
Avis
8.0
Budget
Budget
8.0

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Margate?

Planning to hire a car in Margate? January is the cheapest month, costing about £14 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £59. 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

£14

March

£17

April

£24

May

£25

June

£26

July

£59

August

£22

September

£17

October

£20

November

£17

December

£20

What car do most people hire in Margate?

Compact cars (Toyota Corolla Quest or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Margate. Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Margate?

Both Bidvest and Bluu have 2 locations in Margate, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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Top hire agencies in Margate

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Margate known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Margate. Reviews were last updated on 7 April 2026.

Bluu

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Avis

1 location
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Budget

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

1 location
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FlexWays

1 location
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Bidvest

2 locations
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Europcar

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Margate, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Margate?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £13/day when booking a car hire in Margate. The absolute best deal a user found was for £10/day from 1First Car Rental, booked on Apr. 4.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Margate for a week from 1First Car Rental?

    1First Car Rental offers hire cars in Margate for about £89 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Margate for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Margate can be found for about £380, with the average price for a rental being around £13 a day. Book with 1First Car Rental, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 18% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Margate.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Margate is £0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Margate. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Margate for as low as £0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Margate

Browse car hires by fuel type in Margate. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Margate. Deals were last updated on 7 April 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Margate. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£41+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

£41+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

£62+

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