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Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham from R459

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 Birmingham with a pick-up date of 25/7 and drop-off date of 16/8. 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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Popular car types in Birmingham

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Birmingham and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

There are, in total, 87 car hire locations in Birmingham that are operated by 31 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R459/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Birmingham hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

R1 004+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 411+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 727+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Birmingham by type

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

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

Here are the best Birmingham SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Citroen C3R459/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Chevrolet SparkR471/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai AtosR547/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos

Best car hire deals found in Birmingham

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Birmingham. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham with an average daily rate of R941. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Birmingham. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Citroen C3R459/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Chevrolet SparkR471/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai AtosR547/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos

Cheapflights insights for Birmingham car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Birmingham, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R585, which is about 1 375% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Birmingham?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Birmingham is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Easirent (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Birmingham? January is the cheapest month, costing about R496 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R850. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R496

February

R585

March

R620

April

R797

May

R762

June

R762

July

R779

August

R850

September

R691

October

R673

November

R602

December

R797

What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

Compact cars (Peugeot 2008, for example) are the most popular in Birmingham. Mini (Fiat 500) and Economy (Vauxhall Corsa) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Birmingham.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Birmingham?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sunnycars have 9 locations in Birmingham, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Birmingham

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Easirent

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

9,7
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,7

Value

9,4

keddy by Europcar

7 locations

Hertz

6,6
Okay
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Dollar

2 locations

Europcar

6,0
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Birmingham, offering car hire for around R4 729 per week on average.

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

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

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

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Birmingham, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Birmingham, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car hires by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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