Cheapflights insights for Reading car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Reading, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Reading?
Book your car hire in Reading 49 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R404/day on average when booked 49 days ahead, which saves you 860% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Reading?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Reading is Sixt (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Reading?
At Reading, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R422. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 107 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Reading, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R422. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 107 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R422
February
R562
March
R562
April
R931
May
R931
June
R878
July
R1 107
August
R843
September
R633
October
R615
November
R510
December
R878
What car do most people hire in Reading?
Economy cars (Vauxhall Corsa, for example) are the most popular in Reading. Compact (Volkswagen Golf) and Standard (Volkswagen Passat) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Reading.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Reading?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Firefly has the second-highest number of locations in Reading at 2.
Top rental agencies in Reading
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reading known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reading. Reviews were last updated on 15 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Reading?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Reading check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.