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Cheap Car Hire in Scotland from R380

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Scotland with a pick-up date of 12/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. 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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Scotland car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Scotland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 May 2024.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R1 243

Cheapest price per day

R380

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Scotland 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 14 May 2024.

January

R569

February

R532

March

R808

April

R936

May

R1 175

June

R1 065

July

R1 267

August

R1 193

September

R881

October

R734

November

R587

December

R844

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland is February. 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 Scotland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Scotland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 May 2024.

In Scotland, there are 3 645 active hire locations from 62 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Scotland in the past week - currently priced from R380/day. View deals for one car type available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 106+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 236+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

R1 185+

Luxury

Luxury

R2 125+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Scotland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Scotland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 May 2024.

Small cars

R369 - R1 444

All Car Types

R425 - R2 197

To hire a small car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of R995/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Scotland (~R369/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 444/day). In fact, November is about 63% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 Scotland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of R1 016/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Scotland (~R1 300/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 845/day). In fact, September is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a medium car saves you 23% 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.

To hire a large car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of R1 872/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Scotland (~R1 028/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R4 420/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a large car is 30% 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 SUV in Scotland, you would pay an average price of R1 273/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Scotland (~R1 342/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 277/day). In fact, July is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a SUV saves you 3% 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.

To hire a van in Scotland, you would pay an average price of R1 566/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Scotland (~R1 563/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 508/day). In fact, December is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a van is 17% 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 Scotland, you would pay an average price of R1 231/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Scotland (~R1 131/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R5 586/day). In fact, January is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, renting a luxury car saves you 7% 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.

Ford FiestaR380/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR428/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in Scotland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Scotland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Scotland. Reviews were last updated on 14 May 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Scotland, including those serving the greater Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness area. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Scotland, including locations around Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness.

Easirent

5,9
Fair
128 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,6
Very Good
47 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,1

Budget

7,9
Good
45 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,3

Sixt

7,0
Good
38 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,7

Europcar

6,6
Okay
45 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,2

Hertz

6,5
Okay
75 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,9

National

10,0
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,5

Arnold Clark

9,6
Wonderful
8 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

9,2

Best Scotland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Scotland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Scotland with an average daily rate of R949. Data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in Scotland including options serving Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Ford FiestaR380/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR428/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR527/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Scotland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Scotland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 243/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R815/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on May 12.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Scotland from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (R492/day), keddy by Europcar (R785/day), and Alamo (R1 028/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (9,6 rating), Alamo (8,9 rating) and National (8,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Scotland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Scotland?

    The average price of petrol in Scotland is R34,17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 537 and R2 221 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Scotland for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Scotland, offering car hire for around R9 756 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Scotland 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 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Scotland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Scotland check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Scotland is R41 813 (R1 394/day) on average.

See more FAQs

Van hires in Scotland

Find people carrier hire deals in Scotland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Scotland cost an average of R5 000 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 May 2024.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on van hires in Scotland, including pickup near Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota AvanzaR3 153/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR3 238/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR3 419/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Scotland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Scotland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Scotland. Deals were last updated on 14 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R50+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Airport car hires in Scotland
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