Cheap Car Hire in United Kingdom from £7
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 the United Kingdom with a pick-up date of 20/11 and drop-off date of 4/12. 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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United Kingdom car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in United Kingdom. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | £29 |
Cheapest price per day | £7 |
Popular car types in United Kingdom
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in United Kingdom and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
At £7/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in United Kingdom in the past week. Out of 161 car hire agencies operating in United Kingdom, there are, in total, 4,319 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
£7+
Compact
£9+
Intermediate
£14+
Standard
£21+
Full-size
£38+
SUV
£31+
People carrier
£26+
Full-size SUV
£32+
Best car hire deals found in United Kingdom
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in United Kingdom. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in United Kingdom with an average daily rate of £13. Data was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Hyundai i10£7/day
Kia Picanto£8/day
Vauxhall Corsa£8/day
Cheapflights insights for the United Kingdom car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in the United Kingdom, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in United Kingdom?
For the best savings on car hire in United Kingdom, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just £27/day – about 39% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom?
GREEN MOTION is currently the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom with deals as low as £7.07/day found in the past two weeks. U-Save is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £9.04/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in United Kingdom?
At United Kingdom, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £25. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £43 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In United Kingdom, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £25. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £43 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£25
February
£28
March
£29
April
£35
May
£37
June
£35
July
£43
August
£42
September
£34
October
£31
November
£27
December
£38
What car do most people hire in United Kingdom?
SUV cars (Ford Explorer, for example) are the most popular in United Kingdom. Compact (Ford Focus) and Intermediate (Audi A3) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting United Kingdom.
Which car hire company has the most locations in United Kingdom?
Avis has 89 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 1.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in United Kingdom?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across United Kingdom, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 110 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in United Kingdom, start with Liverpool, where rates average £10/day. You can also find good prices in Manchester (£13/day), London (£14/day), and Newcastle upon Tyne (£14/day).
Top hire agencies in United Kingdom
Explore the leading car hire agencies in United Kingdom known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in United Kingdom. Reviews were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Avis
66 reviews•89 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.8
Recent reviews
10.0
|Oct 2024Car hire prices in UK are some of the most expensive on the world
10.0
|Sept 2023Young man at dropoff (Kasper?) was very engaging and friendly. He made that easy.
10.0
|Sept 2023Quick and easy. Staff very helpful.
10.0
|May 2023Excellent setvice at both rnds of our rental
10.0
|May 2023Friendly, helpful.
10.0
|May 2023Car was great and staff were friendly. Pick up and drop off we’re fast and painless.
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Avis Locations in United Kingdom
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NextCar
1 location
NextCar Locations in United Kingdom
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Choice Vehicle Rentals Ltd
5 locations
Choice Vehicle Rentals Ltd Locations in United Kingdom
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Navcar
1 location
Navcar Locations in United Kingdom
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Easihire
5 locations
Easihire Locations in United Kingdom
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Strafford
1 location
Strafford Locations in United Kingdom
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JP Vehicle Rentals
7 locations
JP Vehicle Rentals Locations in United Kingdom
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Southern Self Drive
1 location
Southern Self Drive Locations in United Kingdom
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in United Kingdom, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in United Kingdom?
With an average price of £21/day, GREEN MOTION is the most popular car hire provider in United Kingdom, booking 153% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United Kingdom?
At £32/day, it is 38% cheaper on average to rent a car in Coventry than any other city in United Kingdom. The cheapest price found in United Kingdom was for £12/day in Coventry.
What side of the road do you drive on in United Kingdom?
In United Kingdom, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in United Kingdom
Browse car hires by fuel type in United Kingdom. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on 12 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£15+).
Electric
£16+
Hybrid
£15+
Petrol/Diesel
£26+
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