Cheap Car Hire in Manchester from R336
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 Manchester with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 20/5. 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.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Manchester?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Manchester 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 30 April 2025.
January
R500
February
R519
March
R574
April
R741
May
R797
June
R815
July
R852
August
R852
September
R704
October
R667
November
R611
December
R852
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Manchester is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Popular car types in Manchester
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Manchester and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
There are currently 76 hire locations operating in Manchester spread across 28 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Manchester is small car at R336 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R336+
Compact
R371+
Full-size SUV
R1 123+
Mini
R437+
Premium
R814+
Luxury
R1 135+
Premium SUV
R1 244+
Intermediate SUV
R486+
Compare available car types for rental in Manchester
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Manchester to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Small cars | R372 - R1 002 | |
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All Car Types | R372 - R1 614 |
To hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R623/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R372/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 002/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a small car saves you 15% 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 Manchester small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R721/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R974/day). In fact, February is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a medium car saves you 1% 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.
To hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R462/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Manchester, the United Kingdom (~R382/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 052/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Manchester. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Manchester, renting a SUV saves you 37% 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 Manchester SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Manchester
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Manchester known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Manchester. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Manchester, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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Best Manchester car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Manchester. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Manchester with an average daily rate of R633. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Manchester. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Manchester, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Manchester?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Manchester from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA (R336/day), Europcar (R437/day), and keddy by Europcar (R501/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Manchester?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Budget (9,3 rating) and Sixt (7,1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Manchester.
What are petrol prices like in Manchester?
The average price of petrol in Manchester is R32,26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 451 and R2 096 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Manchester for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL offers hire cars in Manchester for about R4 349 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Manchester for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 35% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Manchester.
Can I rent a car for a month in Manchester?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Manchester however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much is a car hire in Manchester for a weekend?
The average price for a weekend car hire in Manchester is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Manchester. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Manchester for as low as R1 167/day.
What car do most people hire in Manchester?
The most popular car to hire while in Manchester is the Class Compact SUV, which is a Compact vehicle.
Small car hires in Manchester
Find small car hire deals in Manchester from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Manchester cost an average of R958 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Van hires in Manchester
Find people carrier hire deals in Manchester from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Manchester cost an average of R1 187 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Manchester we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Car hires by fuel type in Manchester
Browse car hires by fuel type in Manchester. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Manchester. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Manchester. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R23+).
Electric
R23+
Hybrid
R35+
Petrol/Diesel
R37+