Wales car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Wales. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 August 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Wales car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Wales, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Wales?
For the best savings on car hire in Wales, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R652/day – about 1 296% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Wales?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Wales is Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 9.6/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Wales?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Wales is January, when you can expect to pay R546/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Wales is July (R1 065/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R546
February
R616
March
R704
April
R854
May
R925
June
R925
July
R1 065
August
R969
September
R819
October
R801
November
R775
December
R854
What car do most people hire in Wales?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Wales are the following: Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar), Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Premium cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Wales?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Wales at 6.
Top rental agencies in Wales
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Wales known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Wales. Reviews were last updated on 19 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Wales, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wales for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the top picks in Wales. They can have you in a hire car for about R7 076 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Wales?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Wales check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.