Cheap Car Rentals in United Kingdom 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 rental in the United Kingdom with a pick-up date of 2/5 and drop-off date of 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
United Kingdom car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in United Kingdom. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on December 17, 2025.
Most popular company | Global Rent A Car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $33 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
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Best car rental deals found in United Kingdom
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in United Kingdom. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in United Kingdom with an average daily rate of $17. Data was last updated on December 17, 2025.
Cheapflights insights for the United Kingdom car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in the United Kingdom, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in United Kingdom?
Book your rental car in United Kingdom 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $36/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 21% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest rental car company in United Kingdom?
Looking to rent a car in United Kingdom? GREEN MOTION had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $8.72/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $10.28/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in United Kingdom?
The cheapest month to rent a car in United Kingdom is January where you can expect to pay $28/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in United Kingdom is July ($59/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
$28
February
$31
March
$35
April
$45
May
$49
June
$50
July
$59
August
$58
September
$44
October
$44
November
$36
December
$50
What car do most people rent in United Kingdom?
Compact rentals (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting United Kingdom. SUV rentals (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate rentals (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car rental company has the most locations in United Kingdom?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 508 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 448.
What are the car rental prices for popular cities in United Kingdom?
Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across United Kingdom, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,390 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on December 17, 2025.
If you're looking for the best car rental deals in United Kingdom, start with Newcastle upon Tyne, where rates average $10/day. You can also find good prices in London ($11/day), Manchester ($12/day), and Liverpool ($14/day).
Top rental agencies in United Kingdom
Explore the leading car rental agencies in United Kingdom known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in United Kingdom. Reviews were last updated on December 17, 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in United Kingdom, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on December 17, 2025.
What is the most popular car rental provider in United Kingdom?
The most popular rental car company in United Kingdom is GREEN MOTION . With prices on ECONOMY starting at $9/day about 110% more people book with GREEN MOTION than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United Kingdom?
At $15/day, the cheapest car rental price in United Kingdom was found in Newcastle upon Tyne. On average, Newcastle upon Tyne has the cheapest daily rental car price ($20/day), which is 53% below average price for cities in United Kingdom.
What side of the road do you drive on in United Kingdom?
Cars in United Kingdom are to be driven on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom
Browse car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on December 17, 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($18+).
Electric
$18+
Gas/Diesel
$45+
Hybrid
$20+