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Cheap Car Hire in London from R393

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 15/6 and drop-off date of 23/6. 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 7 June 2025.

Most popular company

SURPRICECARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

R31,79

Average price per day

R619

Cheapest price per day

R393

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 7 June 2025.

January

R479

February

R497

March

R550

April

R710

May

R745

June

R728

July

R834

August

R745

September

R639

October

R586

November

R568

December

R905

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 7 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: R393/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from London hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 016+

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 7 June 2025.

Small cars

R509 - R956

All Car Types

R729 - R1 349

To hire a small car in London, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R689/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in London, the United Kingdom (~R509/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R956/day). In fact, February is about 27% 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 30% 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 R930/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in London, the United Kingdom (~R579/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 257/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 5% 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 853/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 189/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 728/day). In fact, February is about 36% 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 48% 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 R990/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in London, the United Kingdom (~R503/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 437/day). In fact, March is about 50% 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 2% 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 325/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 724/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 145/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 59% 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 913/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in London, the United Kingdom (~R1 134/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 145/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 50% 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:

Renault SanderoR393/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Volkswagen up!R415/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota YarisR417/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 7 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
2 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 R546. Data was last updated on 7 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.
Renault SanderoR393/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Volkswagen up!R415/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Toyota YarisR417/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in London?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R619/day when booking a car hire in London. The absolute best deal a user found was for R382/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 1.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in London for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is one of the most popular car hire companies in London, offering car hire for around R3 385 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 R14 507. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    It costs R459 for a weekend car hire in London, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy 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 R744 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 7 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 (R35+).

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
Gatwick
Horley
Dunstable
Borehamwood
Uxbridge
Guildford
Dover
St. Albans

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