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Cheap Car Hire in Glasgow from R490

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 9/7 and drop-off date of 29/7. 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 2025

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 2 July 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

R31,74

Average price per day

R402

Cheapest price per day

R490

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 2 July 2025.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Glasgow. These agencies, altogether, have 64 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Glasgow with prices from R490 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Glasgow:

Economy

Economy

People carrier

People carrier

R2 574+

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

R2 291+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Glasgow by type

Here are the best Glasgow small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Glasgow SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault KwidR742/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Ford FiestaR782/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 137. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Glasgow we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Volkswagen T-CrossR490/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen T-Cross
Audi Q2R676/day
5
M
A/C
Audi Q2
Hyundai i10R742/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

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 R547, which is about 1 268% 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 DRIVALIA , offering prices from just R259,33/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at R460,84/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). Avis (rated 9.1/10 with 5 reviews) 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? February is the cheapest month, costing about R458 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R899. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R494

February

R458

March

R599

April

R899

May

R881

June

R776

July

R829

August

R793

September

R670

October

R670

November

R564

December

R811

What car do most people hire in Glasgow?

Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Glasgow. Economy cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Glasgow?

Both Arnold Clark and Free2Move have 6 locations in Glasgow, more than any other car hire company in the area.

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 2 July 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Glasgow, including Arnold Clark, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Avis

9,1
Wonderful
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,1

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

8,8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,0

Sixt

7,8
Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

7,4
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,0

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

GREEN MOTION

5,6
Fair
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

DRIVALIA

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Glasgow, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Glasgow?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R402/day when booking a car hire in Glasgow. The absolute best deal a user found was for R259/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Jun. 22.

  • 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 R2 807 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 R12 032, with the average price for a rental being around R401 a day. Book with DRIVALIA , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 35% 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 Compact SUV to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Compact SUV car hire in August to be on average R0 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 2 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Glasgow. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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