Scotland

Cheap Car Hire in Scotland from R319

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 27/4 and drop-off date of 7/5. 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.
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Scotland car hires in 2026

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 21 avril 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R868

Cheapest price per day

R319

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 21 avril 2026.

In Scotland, there are 4 105 active hire locations from 93 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Scotland in the past week - currently priced from R319/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 036+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

R1 257+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 616+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 986+

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:

Citroen C3 AircrossR319/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Hyundai AccentR348/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Volkswagen GolfR372/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

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 R750. Data was last updated on 21 avril 2026.
Citroen C3 AircrossR319/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Hyundai AccentR348/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent
Volkswagen GolfR372/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf

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 R556/day – about 1 133% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Scotland?

Looking to hire a car in Scotland? DRIVALIA had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R445,79/day. keddy by Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R515,18/day.

What is the best car rental company in Scotland?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Scotland is National (rated 9.7/10). Arnold Clark (rated 9.6/10) 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 November, with an average daily rate of just R477. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging R1 088 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 November, with an average daily rate of just R477. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging R1 088 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

R499

February

R521

March

R674

April

R1 088

May

R974

June

R799

July

R826

August

R862

September

R780

October

R565

November

R477

December

R791

Which car hire company has the most locations in Scotland?

Sunnycars has 40 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Scotland at 25.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Scotland?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Scotland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 108 pickup locations in Scotland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 avril 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Scotland, Glasgow is the cheapest city to hire a car (R455/day). Other popular cities in Scotland to get a cheap car hire are: Inverness (R641/day), Edinburgh (R903/day), and Aberdeen (R961/day).

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 21 avril 2026.

National

7 locations

Arnold Clark

19 locations

Avis

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

25 locations

Budget

9 locations

Sixt

11 locations

Dollar

7 locations

Europcar

21 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Scotland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 avril 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Scotland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 226/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R605/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Apr. 18.

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

    DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in Scotland, offering car hire for around R5 325 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 R22 823 (R761/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 21 avril 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R19+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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