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Glasgow car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Glasgow. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 June 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

R35,02

Average price per day

R591

Cheapest price per day

R257

Cheapflights insights for Glasgow car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Glasgow, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R562, which is about 1 266% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Glasgow?

In Glasgow, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just R41,17/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at R49,99/day.

What is the best car rental company in Glasgow?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Glasgow is Arnold Clark (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). National (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Glasgow? January is the cheapest month, costing about R479 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R826. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R479

February

R529

March

R611

April

R760

May

R809

June

R661

July

R809

August

R809

September

R710

October

R628

November

R512

December

R826

What car do most people hire in Glasgow?

Economy cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Glasgow. Luxury cars (Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Glasgow?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DRIVALIA has the second-highest number of locations in Glasgow at 2.

Top rental agencies in Glasgow

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Glasgow known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Glasgow. Reviews were last updated on 8 June 2026.

Arnold Clark

10,0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

9,2
Wonderful
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,0

Budget

7,6
Good
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,2

Europcar

7,0
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,0

Easirent

5,5
Fair
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,6

DRIVALIA

2 locations

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Glasgow, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Glasgow?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R591/day when booking a car hire in Glasgow. The absolute best deal a user found was for R257/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Glasgow for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in Glasgow, offering car hire for around R3 524 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Glasgow for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Glasgow can be found for about R15 104, with the average price for a rental being around R503 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 74% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Glasgow.

Car hires by fuel type in Glasgow

Browse car hires by fuel type in Glasgow. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Glasgow. Deals were last updated on 8 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Glasgow. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R43+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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