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Cheap Car Hire in Glasgow from R698

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 15/7 and drop-off date of 21/7. 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 21 May 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

R35,15

Average price per day

R563

Cheapest price per day

R698
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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 21 May 2026.
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There are 28 hire agencies servicing Glasgow. These agencies, altogether, have 69 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Glasgow with prices from R698 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Glasgow:

Economy

Economy

R698+

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Compact

Compact

R857+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R773+

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People carrier

People carrier

R2 247+

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Premium

Premium

R1 472+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 343+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R755+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R767+

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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 R1 181. Data was last updated on 21 May 2026.
Renault ClioR698/day
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A/C
Renault Clio
Found 05/19/26
Citroen C3 AircrossR755/day
4
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5
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A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 05/19/26
Hyundai CretaR767/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Creta
Found 05/19/26

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 R564, which is about 1 265% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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.

Arnold Clark
Arnold Clark
10.0
National
National
10.0
Avis
Avis
9.2
Budget
Budget
7.6

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 R481 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R829. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R481

February

R531

March

R613

April

R763

May

R796

June

R696

July

R812

August

R812

September

R713

October

R630

November

R531

December

R829

What car do most people hire in Glasgow?

Economy cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Glasgow. SUV cars (Volvo XC90 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.

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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 21 May 2026.

Arnold Clark

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•6 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

9,2
Wonderful
6 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,2

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,0

Budget

7,6
Good
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

7,2

Europcar

7,0
Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,0

Easirent

5,5
Fair
13 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,6

DRIVALIA

2 locations
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Glasgow, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Glasgow?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R563/day when booking a car hire in Glasgow. The absolute best deal a user found was for R280/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on May 18.

  • 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 538 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 161, with the average price for a rental being around R505 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.

  • 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 June to be on average R683 per day.

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 21 May 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Glasgow. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R45+).

Electric

Electric

R45+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R57+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R57+

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