Cheapflights insights for Bristol car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Bristol, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Bristol?
Book your car hire in Bristol 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R610/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 359% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Bristol?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Bristol is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.5/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Bristol?
Planning to hire a car in Bristol? January is the cheapest month, costing about R556 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R879. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R556
February
R628
March
R628
April
R807
May
R879
June
R789
July
R843
August
R825
September
R771
October
R753
November
R664
December
R843
What car do most people hire in Bristol?
SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Bristol. Standard cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Special Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Bristol?
Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Bristol at 7.
Top rental agencies in Bristol
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 14 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from Europcar?
Europcar is one of the top picks in Bristol. They can have you in a hire car for about R9 288 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Bristol?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Bristol for a month is certainly possible.