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Cheap Car Hire in Scotland from R512

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 25/6 and drop-off date of 29/6. 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 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 30 May 2026.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R756

Cheapest price per day

R512
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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 30 May 2026.
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In Scotland, there are 4 160 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 R512/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

R512+

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Compact

Compact

R548+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R698+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 807+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 545+

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Mini

Mini

R599+

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Premium

Premium

R1 231+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 044+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R531+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R590+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 035+

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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 R903. Data was last updated on 30 May 2026.
Citroen C3 AircrossR512/day
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Citroen C3 Aircross
Found 05/29/26
Mini CountrymanR531/day
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Mini Countryman
Found 05/29/26
Suzuki Swift DzireR548/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Found 05/28/26

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 R552/day – about 1 189% less than the yearly average.

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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 R19,02/day. DRIVALIA also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R26,15/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.

National
National
9.7
Arnold Clark
Arnold Clark
9.6
Avis
Avis
9.1
McNicoll Vehicle Rental
McNicoll Vehicle Rental
8.8

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 R470. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R968 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 R470. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R968 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

R495

February

R514

March

R665

April

R749

May

R968

June

R757

July

R806

August

R787

September

R773

October

R557

November

R471

December

R779

What car do most people hire in Scotland?

SUV cars (Ford Explorer or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Scotland. Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Audi A3 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Scotland?

Avis has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DRIVALIA has the second-highest number of locations in Scotland at 6.

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 84 pickup locations in Scotland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 May 2026.
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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 30 May 2026.

National

8 locations
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Arnold Clark

22 locations
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Avis

9 locations
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McNicoll Vehicle Rental

2 locations
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Europcar

23 locations
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Easirent

7 locations
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DRIVALIA

6 locations
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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

7 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Scotland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Scotland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R766/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for R363/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on May 25.

  • 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 612 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 480 (R516/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 30 May 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R41+).

Electric

Electric

R41+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R52+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R57+

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