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United Kingdom car hire at a glance

Most popular provider	Drivalia
Most popular car	Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points	581, London is most popular
Cheapest price found	12 € per day, Newcastle
Cheapest month to rent	April
Best time to book	4 weeks before

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Cities in United Kingdom

Take a look at the different cities in United Kingdom you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in United Kingdom

If you’re flying to United Kingdom it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at London Gatwick Airport

From

12 €

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Car hire at London Luton Airport

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13 €

per day

Car hire at Edinburgh Airport

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13 €

per day

Car hire at Manchester Airport

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14 €

per day

Car hire at London Heathrow Airport

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14 €

per day

Car hire at Glasgow Intl Airport

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14 €

per day

Car hire at Birmingham Airport

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15 €

per day

Car hire at London Stansted Airport

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16 €

per day

Car hire at Bristol Airport

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16 €

per day

Car hire at London Gatwick Airport

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12 €

per day

Car hire at London Luton Airport

From

13 €

per day

Car hire at Edinburgh Airport

From

13 €

per day

Car hire at Manchester Airport

From

14 €

per day

Car hire at London Heathrow Airport

From

14 €

per day

Car hire at Glasgow Intl Airport

From

14 €

per day

Car hire at Birmingham Airport

From

15 €

per day

Car hire at London Stansted Airport

From

16 €

per day

Car hire at Bristol Airport

From

16 €

per day

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Find the cheapest time to hire a car in United Kingdom

The cheapest month to rent a car in United Kingdom is April, when the average cost per day is 23 €. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is May, when the average cost per day is 29 €. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in United Kingdom is August.

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All you need to know about United Kingdom

Side of the road	Left
Currency	Pound sterling
Language	English
Motorway speed limit	70mph
Built-up area speed limit	30mph
Age to rent a car	21

Car hire in United Kingdom: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in United Kingdom?

You will need insurance to rent a car in United Kingdom, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in United Kingdom?

To rent a car with most companies in United Kingdom you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in United Kingdom?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in United Kingdom is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for 119 € on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in United Kingdom?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in United Kingdom depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in United Kingdom, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How much does it cost to rent a car in United Kingdom?

It depends on where in United Kingdom you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are London, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

In London, it costs around 62 € per day or 40 € per week.

In Edinburgh, it costs around 53 € per day or 35 € per week.

In Glasgow, it costs around 46 € per day or 38 € per week.

How do I hire a car in United Kingdom?

It’s easy to hire a car in United Kingdom. First, you need to decide where in United Kingdom you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in United Kingdom long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in United Kingdom?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in United Kingdom. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in United Kingdom?

It depends where in United Kingdom you want to visit. The most popular place to go is London. On average, it costs 62 € per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is 12 € per day.