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Cheap Car Hire in Scotland from R369

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 Scotland with a pick-up date of 21/6 and drop-off date of 28/6. 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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Scotland car hires in 2025

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

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R820

Cheapest price per day

R369

Popular car types in Scotland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Scotland 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.

In Scotland, there are 3 917 active hire locations from 81 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Scotland in the past week - currently priced from R369/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 131+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 548+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 258+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car hire deals in Scotland by type

Here are the best Scotland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Scotland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Scotland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Scotland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Scotland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault SanderoR369/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Volkswagen up!R438/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Ford FiestaR444/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Best car hire deals found in Scotland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Scotland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Scotland with an average daily rate of R1 025. Data was last updated on 11 June 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in Scotland including options serving Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Renault SanderoR369/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Volkswagen up!R438/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!
Ford FiestaR444/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Cheapflights insights for Scotland car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Scotland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Scotland?

For the best savings on car hire in Scotland, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R560/day – about 1 280% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Scotland?

Looking to hire a car in Scotland? GREEN MOTION had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R378,13/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R402,93/day.

What is the best car rental company in Scotland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Scotland is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.2/10 with 36 reviews). Europcar (rated 6.6/10 with 49 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Scotland?

At Scotland, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R428. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging R965 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 Scotland, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R428. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging R965 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

R428

February

R587

March

R564

April

R965

May

R933

June

R829

July

R767

August

R773

September

R676

October

R723

November

R573

December

R788

What car do most people hire in Scotland?

Compact cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Scotland. Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Peugeot 208 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Scotland?

keddy by Europcar has 33 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Scotland at 29.

Top rental agencies in Scotland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Scotland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Scotland. Reviews were last updated on 11 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Scotland, including those serving the greater Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen area. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Scotland, including locations around Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
36 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,1

Value

8,0

Europcar

6,6
Okay
49 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,3

Easirent

5,9
Fair
36 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,0

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,1

National

10,0
Wonderful
3 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,6

Arnold Clark

9,6
Wonderful
7 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

9,2

Avis

9,0
Wonderful
11 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

8,4

Budget

7,2
Good
14 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,3

Sixt

6,9
Okay
28 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,5

Car hire FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R820/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R625/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

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

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Scotland, offering car hire for around R3 565 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Scotland check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Scotland is R15 278 (R509/day) on average.

Car hires by fuel type in Scotland

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

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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