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Cheap Car Hire in London from R293
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 13/11 and drop-off date of 20/11. 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 2 October 2025.
Most popular company | DRIVALIA |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R31,17 |
Average price per day | R489 |
Cheapest price per day | R293 |
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 2 October 2025.
There are, in total, 385 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: R293/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from London hire providers:
Economy
R302+
Compact
R336+
Intermediate
R420+
Mini
R293+
Premium
R693+
Luxury
R914+
Compact SUV
R377+
Intermediate SUV
R404+
Compare car hire deals in London by type
Here are the best London small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best London medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best London SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best London luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen up!R293/day
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GWM Ora Good CatR302/day
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Toyota YarisR321/day
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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 R441. Data was last updated on 2 October 2025.
Volkswagen up!R293/day
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GWM Ora Good CatR302/day
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Toyota YarisR321/day
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Cheapflights insights for London car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in London, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in London?
To get the best deal on car hire in London, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R551, which is about 1 319% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in London?
In London, the most affordable car hire company right now is DRIVALIA , offering prices from just R230,54/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , with rates starting at R238,46/day.
What is the best car rental company in London?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in London is Budget (rated 7.3/10 with 51 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.6/10 with 33 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
7.3
Hertz
6.6
Easirent
4.8
National
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in London?
Planning to hire a car in London? January is the cheapest month, costing about R465 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R912. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R465
February
R482
March
R534
April
R689
May
R740
June
R758
July
R912
August
R809
September
R637
October
R568
November
R551
December
R861
What car do most people hire in London?
Economy cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting London. Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in London?
keddy by Europcar has 38 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in London at 26.
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 2 October 2025.
Budget
51 reviews•15 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,6
Comfort
7,6
Overall
7,3
Pick-up/drop-off
7,4
Value
6,9
Hertz
33 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,1
Comfort
7,7
Overall
6,6
Pick-up/drop-off
6,7
Value
6,5
Easirent
58 reviews•17 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
2 reviews•26 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,0
Comfort
9,0
Overall
8,6
Pick-up/drop-off
8,6
Value
9,0
keddy by Europcar
3 reviews•38 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,6
Comfort
8,6
Overall
8,3
Pick-up/drop-off
8,0
Value
8,3
Avis
14 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,2
Comfort
7,9
Overall
7,5
Pick-up/drop-off
7,8
Value
6,9
Alamo
8 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,3
Comfort
8,5
Overall
7,5
Pick-up/drop-off
7,5
Value
7,2
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in London, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in London?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R489/day when booking a car hire in London. The absolute best deal a user found was for R326/day from U-Save, booked on Sep. 28.
How much does it cost to hire a car in London for a week from DRIVALIA ?
DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in London, offering car hire for around R2 596 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 R11 125. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in London for a weekend?
It costs R465 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 November, prices are R593 per day on average.
Car hires by fuel type in London
Browse car hires by fuel type in London. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in London. Deals were last updated on 2 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in London. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R20+).
Electric
R21+
Hybrid
R31+
Petrol/Diesel
R20+
Travelling to a place near London?
Hire a car at London if you plan to visit one of these locationsEastleigh
Brighton
Letchworth Garden City
Hounslow
Milton Keynes
Reading
Dunstable
Borehamwood
Gatwick
Horley
Wembley
Dover
St. Albans
Guildford
Ascot
Ashford
Burgess Hill
Chichester
Luton
Canterbury