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Cheap Car Hire in London from R356

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 London with a pick-up date of 25/6 and drop-off date of 4/7. 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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London car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in London. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

R31,54

Average price per day

R691

Cheapest price per day

R356

Cheapest time to rent a car in London

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in London and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

January

R478

February

R496

March

R549

April

R708

May

R761

June

R726

July

R832

August

R743

September

R637

October

R584

November

R566

December

R885

Popular car types in London

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in London and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

There are, in total, 384 car hire locations in London that are operated by 47 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R356/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from London hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 165+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in London

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in London to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 June 2025.

Small cars

R508 - R985

All Car Types

R727 - R1 321

To hire a small car in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R711/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in London, the United Kingdom (~R508/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R985/day). In fact, February is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a small car saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best London small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R925/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in London, the United Kingdom (~R578/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 243/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a medium car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best London medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R1 816/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 186/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 700/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a large car is 47% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best London large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R982/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in London, the United Kingdom (~R502/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 426/day). In fact, March is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a SUV is 1% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best London SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R2 296/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 720/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 135/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a van is 58% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R1 908/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 131/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 135/day). In fact, April is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for London. When comparing with other car types available for hire in London, renting a luxury car is 49% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best London luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen up!R356/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen up!
GWM Ora Good CatR402/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Honda JazzR411/day
4
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A/C
Honda Jazz

Top rental agencies in London

Explore the leading car hire agencies in London known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in London. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in London, including Budget, Hertz and GREEN MOTION in London. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

7,3
Good
51 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,9

Hertz

6,7
Okay
31 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,6

GREEN MOTION

5,4
Fair
63 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

5,6

Easirent

4,8
Mediocre
58 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,2

Overall

4,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,1

National

12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,1

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

9,1

keddy by Europcar

8,0
Very Good
3 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

8,0

Sixt

7,6
Good
23 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Best car hire deals found in London

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in London. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in London with an average daily rate of R561. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in London. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Volkswagen up!R356/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
GWM Ora Good CatR402/day
2
M
A/C
GWM Ora Good Cat
Honda JazzR411/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in London?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R691/day when booking a car hire in London. The absolute best deal a user found was for R416/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in London for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in London, offering car hire for around R3 528 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car hire in London for a month is R15 119. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    It costs R458 for a weekend car hire in London, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in London in July, prices are R543 per day on average.

Car hires by fuel type in London

Browse car hires by fuel type in London. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in London. Deals were last updated on 11 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in London. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near London?

Hire a car at London if you plan to visit one of these locations
Croydon
Eastleigh
Canterbury
Letchworth Garden City
Hounslow
Southgate
Brentwood
Brighton
Marlborough
Milton Keynes
Reading
Rochester
Dunstable
Gatwick
Horley
Borehamwood
Uxbridge
Dover
St. Albans
Slough

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