Birmingham

Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham from R451

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Apr 5 — Apr 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Birmingham car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Birmingham. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

R34,88

Average price per day

R846

Cheapest price per day

R451

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham 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 29 March 2024.

January

R454

February

R549

March

R644

April

R796

May

R815

June

R890

July

R966

August

R928

September

R777

October

R682

November

R549

December

R739

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham is January. 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 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 29 March 2024.

There are, in total, 83 car hire locations in Birmingham that are operated by 28 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R451/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Birmingham hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 806+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

R1 769+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Birmingham to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Small cars

R307 - R902

All Car Types

R307 - R2 541

To hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R587/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~R307/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R902/day). In fact, February is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, renting a small car saves you 32% 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 Birmingham small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R552/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~R640/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R2 240/day). In fact, January is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, renting a SUV saves you 36% 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.

Volkswagen Polo VivoR451/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR473/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 29 March 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Alamo. 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

Alamo

10,0
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,6

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

keddy by Europcar

7 locations

Europcar

6,6
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

7,0

Hertz

6,0
Okay
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Budget

5,6
Fair
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,6

Comfort

5,6

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,6

Best Birmingham car hire deals found

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 R910. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR451/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR473/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Ford FiestaR572/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Birmingham?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R846/day when booking a car hire in Birmingham. The absolute best deal a user found was for R754/day from Hertz, booked on Aug. 14.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Birmingham from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (R390/day), DRIVALIA (R451/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R1 666/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Alamo (10,0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Birmingham.

  • What are petrol prices like in Birmingham?

    The average price of petrol in Birmingham is R34,88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 569 and R2 267 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Birmingham, offering car hire for around R5 925 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Birmingham 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 45% on your car hire. For a below average price in Birmingham, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Birmingham for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Hertz can potentially be 12% below the average car hire price in Birmingham. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Birmingham is on average R25 395 a month or R846 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Birmingham car hire.

  • 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 Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of April, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Birmingham?

    The most popular car to hire while in Birmingham is the Nissan Juke, which is a Compact vehicle.

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Small car hires in Birmingham

Find small car hire deals in Birmingham from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Birmingham cost an average of R1 555 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Renault KwidR1 555/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid

Van hires in Birmingham

Find people carrier hire deals in Birmingham from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Birmingham cost an average of R2 488 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Birmingham we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Suzuki ErtigaR1 687/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR2 191/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR2 283/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car hires by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R71+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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