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Cheap Car Hire in Birmingham from R332

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 Birmingham with a pick-up date of 27/11 and drop-off date of 23/12. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Birmingham?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Birmingham and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

January

R438

February

R547

March

R602

April

R694

May

R785

June

R767

July

R803

August

R858

September

R712

October

R694

November

R547

December

R712

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Birmingham is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Birmingham

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Birmingham and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

There are, in total, 84 car hire locations in Birmingham that are operated by 29 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R332/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Birmingham hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

R1 037+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 566+

Compare available car types for rental in Birmingham

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Birmingham to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Small cars

R296 - R666

All Car Types

R296 - R1 620

To hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R488/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~R296/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R666/day). In fact, February is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, renting a small car saves you 38% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Birmingham small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R752/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~R454/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 347/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, renting a medium car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R463/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Birmingham, the United Kingdom (~R459/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 675/day). In fact, September is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Birmingham. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Birmingham, renting a SUV saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Birmingham SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR332/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR378/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Birmingham

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Birmingham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Birmingham. Reviews were last updated on 15 November 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Birmingham, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Easirent and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,3

Easirent

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

9,7
Wonderful
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,7

Comfort

9,7

Overall

9,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,7

Value

9,4

keddy by Europcar

7 locations

Hertz

6,6
Okay
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

DRIVALIA

2 locations

Europcar

6,0
Okay
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,2

Best Birmingham car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Birmingham. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Birmingham with an average daily rate of R461. Data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Birmingham. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR332/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR378/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Ford EcoSportR441/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Birmingham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 November 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Birmingham?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Birmingham from the following companies over the past two weeks: keddy by Europcar (R324/day), Budget (R332/day), and Avis (R441/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Birmingham?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating) and Alamo (9,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Birmingham.

  • What are petrol prices like in Birmingham?

    The average price of petrol in Birmingham is R31,78/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 430 and R2 066 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Birmingham for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Birmingham, offering car hire for around R12 075 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Birmingham for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 55% on your car hire. For a below average price in Birmingham, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Birmingham?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Birmingham.

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Van hires in Birmingham

Find people carrier hire deals in Birmingham from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Birmingham cost an average of R1 024 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for hiring a car in Birmingham we've found at this time. If you're not finding the van hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Toyota AvanzaR842/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR966/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR983/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Birmingham

Browse car hires by fuel type in Birmingham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Birmingham. Deals were last updated on 15 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Birmingham. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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