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Cheap Car Hire in Glasgow from R391

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 Glasgow with a pick-up date of 2/3 and drop-off date of 4/3. 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 Glasgow?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Glasgow 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 31 tammikuu 2025.

January

R499

February

R481

March

R703

April

R777

May

R944

June

R832

July

R869

August

R832

September

R721

October

R703

November

R592

December

R851

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Glasgow is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 Glasgow

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Glasgow and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.

There are 27 hire agencies servicing Glasgow. These agencies, altogether, have 62 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Glasgow with prices from R391 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Glasgow:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Premium

Premium

R1 733+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 996+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Glasgow

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Glasgow to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.

Small cars

R340 - R1 529

All Car Types

R340 - R1 612

To hire a small car in Glasgow, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R669/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Glasgow, the United Kingdom (~R340/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 529/day). In fact, November is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Glasgow. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Glasgow, renting a small car saves you 12% 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 Glasgow small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Glasgow, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R543/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Glasgow, the United Kingdom (~R480/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 852/day). In fact, August is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Glasgow. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Glasgow, renting a medium car saves you 29% 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 Glasgow, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R620/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Glasgow, the United Kingdom (~R487/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 819/day). In fact, September is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Glasgow. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Glasgow, renting a SUV saves you 19% 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 Glasgow SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR391/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki CiazR443/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Volkswagen Polo VivoR927/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo

Top rental agencies in Glasgow

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Glasgow known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Glasgow. Reviews were last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Glasgow, including Arnold Clark, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Arnold Clark

10,0
Wonderful
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Avis

9,1
Wonderful
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,1

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

8,8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,0

Sixt

7,8
Good
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

7,4
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,0

DRIVALIA

2 locations

Easirent

5,5
Fair
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,9

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,6

GREEN MOTION

5,3
Fair
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,6

Best Glasgow car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Glasgow. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Glasgow with an average daily rate of R712. Data was last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Glasgow we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Volkswagen Polo VivoR391/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Suzuki CiazR443/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota RAV4R652/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Glasgow, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Glasgow?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (10,0 rating), Alamo (10,0 rating) and Avis (8,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Glasgow.

  • What are petrol prices like in Glasgow?

    The average price of petrol in Glasgow is R32,21/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 449 and R2 093 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Glasgow for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is one of the most popular car hire companies in Glasgow, offering car hire for around R4 338 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 46% on a hire car in Glasgow. 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 Glasgow?

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

  • How much is a car hire in Glasgow for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Glasgow 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 Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in February to be on average R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Glasgow?

    Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Glasgow according to Cheapflights users.

Van hires in Glasgow

Find people carrier hire deals in Glasgow from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Glasgow cost an average of R2 024 per day. Price data was last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Glasgow area at the moment. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota AvanzaR1 234/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR1 240/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 338/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Glasgow

Browse car hires by fuel type in Glasgow. Deals were last updated on 31 tammikuu 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Glasgow. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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