Cheapflights insights for Cornwall car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Cornwall, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Cornwall?
Book your car hire in Cornwall 75 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R592/day on average when booked 75 days ahead, which saves you 1 078% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Cornwall?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Cornwall is National (rated 8.3/10). Thrifty (rated 7.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cornwall?
At Cornwall, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R663. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 201 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Cornwall, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R663. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 201 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R699
February
R663
March
R789
April
R771
May
R914
June
R986
July
R1 201
August
R1 183
September
R914
October
R968
November
R843
December
R861
What car do most people hire in Cornwall?
Compact cars (Toyota C-HR or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cornwall. SUV cars (Toyota C-HR or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Kia Forte or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Cornwall?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Discount Car & Truck Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Cornwall at 1.
Top rental agencies in Cornwall
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cornwall known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Cornwall. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Cornwall, including National, Thrifty and Dollar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cornwall, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Cornwall?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cornwall it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.