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Cheap Car Hire in Bristol from R886

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 Bristol with a pick-up date of 23/3 and drop-off date of 25/3. 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 Bristol?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Bristol 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 20 February 2025.

January

R572

February

R609

March

R664

April

R646

May

R831

June

R812

July

R868

August

R831

September

R794

October

R775

November

R683

December

R868

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bristol is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Bristol

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Bristol and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

At R886/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Bristol in the past week. Out of 25 car hire agencies operating in Bristol, there are, in total, 73 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

R1 354+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 835+

Premium

Premium

R1 920+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 440+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 108+

Compare available car types for rental in Bristol

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Bristol to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Small cars

R269 - R2 176

All Car Types

R269 - R1 940

To hire a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R752/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom (~R269/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 176/day). In fact, February is about 65% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Bristol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Bristol, renting a small car saves you 9% 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 Bristol small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford FiestaR886/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR972/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford FiestaR997/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in Bristol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 20 February 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9,5
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,5

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,0

Hertz

8,6
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

8,0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Budget

7,4
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,4

keddy by Europcar

6,0
Okay
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Sixt

5,9
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,9

Europcar

5,6
Fair
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

6,0

Best Bristol car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Bristol. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Bristol with an average daily rate of R1 220. Data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Bristol we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Ford FiestaR886/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Ford EcoSportR924/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Corolla QuestR972/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 February 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Bristol?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Bristol from the following companies over the past two weeks: keddy by Europcar (R886/day), Alamo (R924/day), and Avis (R1 440/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9,6 rating), Avis (8,0 rating) and Hertz (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Bristol.

  • What are petrol prices like in Bristol?

    The average price of petrol in Bristol is R32,14/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 446 and R2 089 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Bristol. They can have you in a hire car for about R1 885 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 48% on a hire car in Bristol. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Bristol for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Bristol?

    Kia Sportage, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Bristol according to Cheapflights users.

Van hires in Bristol

Find people carrier hire deals in Bristol from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Bristol cost an average of R2 006 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2025.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Bristol. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Suzuki ErtigaR1 354/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 518/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 756/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Bristol

Browse car hires by fuel type in Bristol. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Bristol. Deals were last updated on 20 February 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Bristol. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R61+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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