Cheap Car Hire in Southampton from R549
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 Southampton with a pick-up date of 15/8 and drop-off date of 24/8. 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.
Southampton car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Southampton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 July 2025.
Most popular company | ENTERPRISE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R32,56 |
Average price per day | R1 273 |
Cheapest price per day | R549 |
Popular car types in Southampton
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 July 2025.
In Southampton, there are 43 active hire locations from 23 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Southampton in the past week - currently priced from R549/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
R576+
Compact
R613+
Intermediate
R768+
Full-size SUV
R1 240+
Mini
R549+
Premium
R986+
Compact SUV
R621+
Intermediate SUV
R723+
Compare car hire deals in Southampton by type
Here are the best Southampton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Southampton
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of R846. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Southampton area. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Cheapflights insights for Southampton car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Southampton, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Southampton?
For the best savings on car hire in Southampton, make your reservation 63 days before pickup. The average price then is just R712/day – about 1 349% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Southampton?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Southampton is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10 with 3 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton?
Planning to hire a car in Southampton? January is the cheapest month, costing about R658 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 121. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R658
February
R729
March
R712
April
R907
May
R1 121
June
R1 050
July
R1 067
August
R961
September
R872
October
R818
November
R676
December
R907
What car do most people hire in Southampton?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Southampton are the following: Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar), SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar), and Intermediate cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 4 locations in Southampton, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Southampton
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 9 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 273/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 264/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Jul. 6.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Southampton, offering car hire for around R8 913 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Southampton?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Southampton.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Southampton for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Southampton is R38 198 (R1 273/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Southampton for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Southampton are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in August to be on average R0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Southampton
Browse car hires by fuel type in Southampton. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Southampton. Deals were last updated on 9 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Southampton. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R40+).
Electric
R40+
Hybrid
R59+
Petrol/Diesel
R102+