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Cheap Car Hire in Glasgow from R565

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 Glasgow with a pick-up date of 1/8 and drop-off date of 15/8. 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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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 30 June 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

R33,20

Average price per day

R635

Cheapest price per day

R565

Popular car types in Glasgow

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Glasgow and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 June 2026.

There are 29 hire agencies servicing Glasgow. These agencies, altogether, have 70 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Glasgow with prices from R565 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Glasgow:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 538+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 930+

Premium

Premium

R1 116+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 563+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Best car hire deals found in Glasgow

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Glasgow. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Glasgow with an average daily rate of R972. Data was last updated on 30 June 2026.
Renault ClioR565/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Clio
Citroen C3 AircrossR598/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Nissan MicraR604/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

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 R559, which is about 1 258% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 R477 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R822. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R477

February

R526

March

R608

April

R756

May

R805

June

R657

July

R805

August

R805

September

R707

October

R624

November

R509

December

R822

What car do most people hire in Glasgow?

Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Glasgow. SUV cars (Ford Explorer or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage 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 30 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

7,7
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,3

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 30 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Glasgow?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R635/day when booking a car hire in Glasgow. The absolute best deal a user found was for R336/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 27.

  • 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 R4 250 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 R18 215, with the average price for a rental being around R607 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 79% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Glasgow.

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

    Car hire prices in Glasgow are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in July to be on average R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Glasgow

Browse car hires by fuel type in Glasgow. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Glasgow. Deals were last updated on 30 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Glasgow. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R41+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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